Plant Powered Metro New York

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New York, NY, US

938 members · Public group

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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Thu, Dec 11 · 7:00 PM EST
Dinner Social in Montclair
Mesob Ethiopian Restaurant, 515 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, US
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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 Ambassador
2 attendees
Sat, Dec 13 · 3:00 PM EST
Plant Powered Cooking Class in Parkchester
Location not specified yet
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Join us for a fun, hands-on afternoon of plant-based cooking where you’ll team up with others to prepare, cook and enjoy a wholesome meal together—building community, learning new skills, and celebrating good food.

$25 is requested for grocery money + $2.50 processing fee, due by 12:00 PM on Wednesday, December 10.

Hosted by Rogier van Vlissingen, PPMNY Ambassador
1 attendee
Mon, Dec 15 · 12:00 PM EST
Flavorful Meals to Fight Diabetes: Live Cooking Demo & Tasting
EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 254 E. Fordham Road, Bronx County, NY, US
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In Partnership with EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care

Discover how delicious and simple plant-powered cooking can be! In this interactive session with Plant Powered Metro New York, you’ll learn how to prepare nourishing, affordable recipes inspired by holiday favorites. Our community chef will guide you step by step, sharing practical kitchen tips and cooking techniques, and insights into how each dish supports better blood sugar and overall health. Enjoy a tasting of every dish and leave with recipes to bring these flavors home.
1 attendee
Mon, Dec 15 · 6:00 PM EST
Plant Powered Potluck in Astoria
Astoria, Queens, Long Island City, NY, US
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Share in great company and enjoy a wholesome, home-hosted potluck meal with Plant Powered Metro New York, 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.
2 attendees