Plant Powered Metro New York

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New York, NY, US

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What we’re about

Plant Powered Metro New York is catalyzing the local movement for vibrant health through whole-food, plant based (WFPB) nutrition. We empower and support people who have chosen this diet and lifestyle, raise awareness locally about the tremendous health benefits, and seek to bring about communal change.

Everyone is welcome to participate in our network at any place along the journey to health. Whether you are coming to this way of life via The China Study or Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Forks Over Knives or Dr. Greger, Engine2 or Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, you will find a community of like-minded friends who are learning from each other and eager to bring the benefits of WFPB nutrition to the wider community.

Our meetings are held online and at various locations throughout New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey.

To learn more, visit us at www.ppmny.org and join our mailing list.

Upcoming events

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Fri, Nov 21 · 12:00 PM EST
Meal Prep Made Easy: Simple Kitchen Skills to Overcome Diabetes
EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 254 E. Fordham Road, Bronx County, NY, US
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In Partnership with EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care

Cooking at home is easier than you think — and it’s one of the best ways to support your health. In this beginner-friendly session with Plant Powered Metro New York, we’ll break down the basics of preparing simple, affordable meals that nourish your body and help treat and even reverse diabetes. You’ll learn essential skills like cooking whole grains, knife safety, and boosting flavor without extra salt or oil. Plus, you’ll enjoy a live food demo and tasting, so you can see firsthand how simple and delicious plant-powered meal prep can be.
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Fri, Nov 21 · 5:00 PM EST
Dinner Social in Parkchester
Neerob Restaurant & Halal Chinese, 2096 Starling Ave, Bronx, NY, US
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Join your neighbors in the Bronx for a healthy Bangla-style dinner! Following on the heels of our Bronx Diabetes Breakthrough, community members are invited to dine together at Parkchester's Neerob Restaurant. We'll enjoy a healthy meal made of whole plant foods to support diabetes recovery and overall well-being. All are welcome!

$18 pre-payment online, or $20 at the door (limited walk-ins available).

Hosted by Rogier van Vlissingen, PPMNY Ambassador
1 attendee
Fri, Nov 21 · 6:00 PM EST
Plant Powered Potluck in Astoria
The Lifestyle Building, Astoria, Queens County, NY, US
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Share in great company and enjoy a wholesome potluck meal with Plant Powered Metro New York when we gather at The Lifestyle Building in Astoria, hosted by Enrica Sacca, PPMNY co-founder and lead organizer.

For the potluck, please choose a plant-based recipe with whole plant foods — whole grains, beans, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Please, no animal-based foods, vegan processed foods, white flours, or added oils, and we ask you to minimize added sweeteners and salt.

(If this sounds intimidating, don’t worry! Contact Enrica at enrica.sacca@ppmny.org to discuss simple dish ideas or check out our recipes at: ppmny.org/recipes/)

It’s a good rule of thumb to double a recipe you would make at home! Please bring a serving utensil for your dish.
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Mon, Nov 24 · 6:30 PM EST
Farm-to-Table Dinner Social in Hell’s Kitchen
Location not specified yet
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Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a pre-fixe meal of elevated flavors of the fall harvest at The Marshal, a farm-to-table restaurant in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen, known for its authentic wood fired cooking. The Marshal is a new participant in our Plant Powered Plates initiative which brings more whole food, plant-based meals to you through partnership with local eateries.

A three-course, whole food, plant-based menu will be specially curated for our party:

Appetizer (Choose 1)
- Autumn Squash Soup
- Farmer's Market Salad
Entree (Choose 1):
- Wood Fired Local Mushroom Gnocchi
- Market Plate
- Vegan Pizza
Dessert
- Apple Cobbler
$67 fixed price per person includes meal and gratuity.

Please note that The Marshal will provide dishes free of animal products and added sugar, but they may contain some salt and oil. Gluten-free options will be available.

All reservations are requested by 12:00 PM on Friday, November 21. After this time, limited space may be available, and we will no longer honor refund requests.

Hosted by Rebecca Johnson, PPMNY Culinary Partnerships Manager
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