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.
Featured event
Plantathon 2025 Virtual Showcase
Register here!
Many Voices. One Mission. Health For All.
For nearly seven years, Plant Powered Metro New York has led a regional movement for health — empowering our diverse residents and neighbors to achieve the health we deserve through plant-based nutrition.
We’re hosting our fourth annual Plantathon celebration, raising essential funds to achieve our mission of community health transformation.
Overlapping with Giving Tuesday, Plantathon 2025 will feature a virtual showcase over 8 consecutive nights with learning, stories of healing, lifestyle guidance, and on-air food demos. You'll hear from leading physicians, educators, chefs, and community members on the wide ranging benefits of eating whole plant foods — and the joy of healthful living.
Here’s our exciting line-up, all starting at 7:30 PM ET except where noted:
- Monday, December 1: Chef AJ (demo) and Heart to Healthy Heart with Suzannah Bozzone, MD, and Csilla Veress, ND
- Tuesday, December 2: Tim Kaufman and Rudrani Banik, MD
- Wednesday, December 3 / Miércoles 3 diciembre: en español con Dra. Marcela Sandoval, PPMNY's Stephanie Cornejal (demo), y Dr. Diego Ponieman
- Thursday, December 4: Chef Ramses Bravo and Matthew Lederman, MD
- Friday, December 5: Plantathon throwback night with Ayesha Sherzai, MD
- Saturday, December 6: Plantathon throwback night with Yami Cazorla-Lancaster, MD
- Sunday, December 7, 5:00 PM ET: Cooking with Chef Carole Levy: Plantathon edition
- Monday, December 8: David Bowman, MD, & Keisha Bowman, MPH, and Will Bulsiewicz, MD
When you register or make a general donation by December 7, you’ll be entered to win great prizes to support your healthy lifestyle! Prize sponsors include Vitamix. Winners will be chosen and announced the week of Plantathon.
While all Plantathon virtual events are accessible at no cost, we encourage you to make a donation. And every donation made through the end of the year will be matched thanks to a generous anonymous donor!
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Plantathon 2025 Virtual Showcase
OnlineRegister here!
Many Voices. One Mission. Health For All.
For nearly seven years, Plant Powered Metro New York has led a regional movement for health — empowering our diverse residents and neighbors to achieve the health we deserve through plant-based nutrition.
We’re hosting our fourth annual Plantathon celebration, raising essential funds to achieve our mission of community health transformation.
Overlapping with Giving Tuesday, Plantathon 2025 will feature a virtual showcase over 8 consecutive nights with learning, stories of healing, lifestyle guidance, and on-air food demos. You'll hear from leading physicians, educators, chefs, and community members on the wide ranging benefits of eating whole plant foods — and the joy of healthful living.
Here’s our exciting line-up, all starting at 7:30 PM ET except where noted:
- Monday, December 1: Chef AJ (demo) and Heart to Healthy Heart with Suzannah Bozzone, MD, and Csilla Veress, ND
- Tuesday, December 2: Tim Kaufman and Rudrani Banik, MD
- Wednesday, December 3 / Miércoles 3 diciembre: en español con Dra. Marcela Sandoval, PPMNY's Stephanie Cornejal (demo), y Dr. Diego Ponieman
- Thursday, December 4: Chef Ramses Bravo and Matthew Lederman, MD
- Friday, December 5: Plantathon throwback night with Ayesha Sherzai, MD
- Saturday, December 6: Plantathon throwback night with Yami Cazorla-Lancaster, MD
- Sunday, December 7, 5:00 PM ET: Cooking with Chef Carole Levy: Plantathon edition
- Monday, December 8: David Bowman, MD, & Keisha Bowman, MPH, and Will Bulsiewicz, MD
When you register or make a general donation by December 7, you’ll be entered to win great prizes to support your healthy lifestyle! Prize sponsors include Vitamix. Winners will be chosen and announced the week of Plantathon.
While all Plantathon virtual events are accessible at no cost, we encourage you to make a donation. And every donation made through the end of the year will be matched thanks to a generous anonymous donor!1 attendee 
Dinner Social in Port Jefferson
Curry Club, 10 Woods Corner Rd, East Setauket, NY, USRegister here!
Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a communal meal at Curry Club at Sāghar’s, a vibrant Indian restaurant in Port Jefferson, NY, known for its authentic and colorful dishes.
Our whole food, plant-based dishes will be served family-style including: lentil soup, quinoa salad, papadam, roti, brown rice, and 2-3 main dishes (TBA).
Meal includes a beverage (seltzer, tea, or coffee) and fruit for dessert.
$48 fixed price includes meal and gratuity. Please note that Curry Club at Sāghar’s will provide dishes free of animal products and added sugar, but may contain some salt and oil. All dishes will be gluten-free except for the roti.
All reservations are requested by 12:00 PM on Monday, December 1. After this time, limited space may be available, and we will no longer honor refund requests.
Hosted by Denise and Rich Bassin, PPMNY Volunteers1 attendee
Take Charge of Diabetes with Plant-Powered Nutrition
EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 54 E. Fordham Road, Bronx County, NY, USRegister here!
In Partnership with EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care
Food is a powerful tool to control and even reverse type 2 diabetes. In this interactive class, join Plant Powered Metro New York to clear up common myths about diabetes and reveal how eating a plant-rich diet can improve blood sugar, reduce the need for medications, and boost overall well-being. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, managing diabetes for years, or supporting a loved one, you’ll walk away with practical tips to put the power of plants to work for you.2 attendees
Dinner Social in Montclair
Mesob Ethiopian Restaurant, 515 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, USRegister here!
Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a wholesome meal at Mesob, a popular restaurant in Montclair, NJ, known for traditional Ethiopian cuisine.
Our whole food, plant-based meal features a Vegetarian sample platter with six sides served with injera. Beverages are available for purchase if desired.
The fixed price of $43 includes your meal, tax, and gratuity. The sample platter is plant-based and gluten-free. Dishes may contain some salt and oil. No added sugar is used.
All reservations are requested by 12:00 PM on Monday, December 8. After this time, limited space may be available, and we will no longer honor refund requests.
Hosted by Steve Barbag, PPMNY Ambassador3 attendees
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