VegKC - Kansas City Vegan & Vegetarian Community

VegKC Holiday Potluck 2025 🎄
Located at Dragon’s Cozy Cave!

Arrive around 5:00 PM with a tasty vegan dish to share and optionally a white elephant gift.

Please read all event details before attending—thanks!

📍 The venue address is not listed publicly, please message a host 2-3 days before the event for directions.

👫 WHAT WILL WE DO?
🎨 For December, we will be enjoying a Yule or Holiday themed potluck, so bring your favorite holiday dish! We will share a Field Roast and likely a pumpkin pie.

Our periodic potlucks are relaxed, casual gatherings focused around sharing a delicious meal and conversation.

• Usually held on the fourth Saturday of a given month.
• We usually dig in after about 30-60 minutes
• Or sooner if there are appetizers!
• Expect to settle in, enjoy some good conversation and visit leisurely.

We may follow dinner up with a board game, a jigsaw puzzle, a movie, or something like Mario Kart, depending on the crowd and conversation...

🎁 We will have a "white elephant" gift exchange.
If you would like to participate:

• Please bring one wrapped gift valued at ~$15 to $25 per participant.
• Consider re-gifting something nice and useful that others would appreciate and you no longer need. Helps keep it sustainable.
• Or pick up something fun you think others will enjoy.

🍲 WHAT DO I BRING?

1. Yourself! Friends and family are welcome. This is a family-friendly, alcohol-free event (as are most VegKC gatherings).
2. A vegan dish (appetizer, main, side, or dessert) that serves about 8 people. One dish per 1–2 guests, including yourself.
   💬 Comment here with the dish you plan to bring.
   🌱 All dishes must be strictly vegan (no dairy, eggs, honey, or animal products of any kind).
   💡 A few helpful vegan recipe sites - Gaz Oakley, The Minimalist Baker, or Nora Cooks.
   🍴 Serving utensils (if needed).
   📖 List of ingredients or a recipe link (great for allergies and curious cooks)
3. Optional, helpful, fun, or nice to haves:
   ☕ Beverage for yourself or to share.
   🎲 A favorite board game (we have a few fun games).
   🎁 A White Elephant Gift!

✓ We have an electric hot water kettle with teas available.
✓ We have enough dishes and utensils for about 25 people.
✓ There may be an induction burner available for heating, there usually isn't fridge space.
🧽 Cleanup: please rinse your dish and put it in the dishwasher, help keep things neat if you can.

🍲 Holiday Dish ideas

• Roasted garlic mashed potatoes
• Corn pudding
• Cranberry sauce
• Baked lentil loaf
• Scottish shortbread
• Focaccia
• Corn bread
• Dinner rolls with jam and apple butter
• Sweet potato casserole
• Apple pie or pecan pie
• Ginger cookies
• ...or another dish you would like to share.
  See what others are planning in the RSVPs.

🏠 VENUE
The potluck is at Dragon’s Cozy Cave, a private residence with plenty of space to sprawl about and relax.
Capacity: Space for 25+ guests.

Please be respectful of the space so we can continue hosting future events here.

🐱 Venue Note: A clowder of kitties live here. Please close doors carefully to keep them safe. Hardwood floors help with allergies, but be aware if you're sensitive.

🚗 DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
The house is near I-29 and Barry Road, close to Zona Rosa, and about 20 minutes north of downtown KC and the River Market.

• Direct Message a host via Meetup a few days before the event for directions (click on a hosts name, then "Chat with [name]").
• Street parking is available in the neighborhood. Please keep driveways and fire hydrants clear and accessible.

🔑 ACCESSIBILITY

• A split-level house with stairs; not wheelchair accessible.
• No front railing

✅ RSVP AND HEALTH GUIDELINES

• RSVP “Yes” only if you plan to attend, so everyone can plan accordingly. Include the dish you plan on bringing too!
• Update your RSVP if plans change. (Please!)
• 🤧 Feeling sick or recently exposed? Please stay home to keep everyone healthy.

COST

• Free! VegKC events are intentionally free to keep them accessible.
• Optional: If you are able, a small contribution toward annual costs is appreciated.

VegKC The Littlest Bake Shop Restaurant Meetup!
📍 Located in south Kansas City.

🍴ABOUT THE VENUE
They offer a flavorful variety of scratch-made brunch items, as well as gluten free baked goods.

"SCRATCH MADE SMALL BATCH BAKED GOODS.
LOCAL AND SEASONAL INSPIRED MENU.
FAIR TRADE ORGANIC COFFEE AND TEA DRINKS
WITH HOUSE-MADE SYRUPS.
SPECIALTY DRINKS: PHOSPHATE SODAS, (NO) EGG CREAMS.
BRUNCH AND SPECIAL EVENT MEALS."

🍲 MENU EXAMPLES

• The Midwest: Biscuits and Mushroom gravy - 2 biscuits topped with mushroom gravy. Served with a side of herbed potatoes.
• Tofu Scrambles - Comes with herb roasted potatoes and greens on the side.
• Assorted Sandwiches - Like their tofu burnt ends. Comes with herb roasted potatoes and greens on the side.
• ... and more.

Their website includes a menu: https://the-littlest-bake-shop.square.site/saturday-pick-up-menu

👫 WHAT WE WILL DO
Our monthly restaurant events are relaxed, casual gatherings focused around sharing a delicious meal and conversation.

• Usually held on the second Saturday of each month.
• We enjoy a late lunch and typically visit for a couple of hours.

✅ RSVP AND HEALTH GUIDELINES

• RSVP “Yes” only if you plan to attend, so the restaurant can plan accordingly.
• Update your RSVP if plans change. (Please!)
• 🤧 Feeling sick or recently exposed? Please stay home to keep everyone healthy.

COST

• Free! VegKC events are intentionally free to keep them accessible.
• Optional: If you are able, a small contribution toward annual costs is appreciated.

VegKC Boardgames & Nibbles January! 🎲🍴
Located at The Last Resort.

Please arrive around 1:00 PM, with a tasty vegan dish to share.
📌 Please read all event details before attending—thanks!
📍 The venue address is not listed publicly; message a host 2–3 days before the event for directions.

👫 WHAT WILL WE DO?
🎨 Join us for a cozy afternoon of board games and potluck-style vegan finger foods. Expect good conversation, leisurely visiting, and plenty of game time. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or here for the snacks and laughs, there’s something for everyone.

Our periodic board game potlucks are relaxed, casual gatherings.

• Usually held on the fourth Saturday of a given month.
• Play runs through at least the afternoon, join for as long as you like.
• If you arrive mid‑game, you may need to wait for the next round.
• We'll split out to multiple games as needed.

Games we love: Concordia, Ticket to Ride, Dominion, Wingspan, Dixit, Avalon, 7 Wonders, Quarriors, Journeys to Middle Earth, Chess, Backgammon—and more!

Please be mindful of keeping the games clean!

🍲 WHAT DO I BRING?

1. Yourself! Friends and family are welcome. This is a family-friendly, alcohol-free event (as are most VegKC gatherings).
2. A vegan dish (appetizer, snack, side, dessert, or main) that serves about 8 people - one dish per 1–2 guests.
   💬 Comment with the dish you plan to bring.
   🌱 All dishes must be strictly vegan (no dairy, eggs, honey, or animal products of any kind).
   💡 Helpful resources: Gaz Oakley, The Minimalist Baker, Nora Cooks.
   🍴 Serving utensils (if needed).
   📖 List of ingredients or a recipe link (great for allergies and curious cooks)
   🍟 Toothpick-friendly or neat finger foods preferred; avoid greasy/messy items.
3. 🥪 Feel free to also bring something hearty for yourself (still vegan, of course. e.g. a sandwich).
4. Optional, helpful, fun, or nice to haves:
   ☕ Beverage for yourself or to share.
   🎲 A favorite board game (we have a few fun games).

✓ Cook-top kettle with teas available.
✓ Dishes and utensils for about 25 people.
✓ There may be a burner available for heating; there usually isn't fridge space.
🧽 Cleanup: please wash your dish and help keep things neat if you can.

🍲 Dish ideas

• Vegan charcuterie: crackers and vegan cheese, olives, roasted peppers, roasted seitan bites, ...
• Samosas, spanakopita, kolaches, empanadas, hand pies, or other stuffed bread/pastry
• Pita & hummus, baba ghanoush.
• Pretzels, popcorn, rice crackers, vegan snack mix.
• Cookies, peanut butter balls.
• Savory bites: falafel balls, marinated tofu skewers, polenta rounds.
• Nachos, chips & guacamole, or chips & salsa
• Fruit slices, fruit salad, pudding
• Croissants, muffins, bruschetta, crostini.
• Pies / tarts (vegan French Silk, apple, strawberry rhubarb, ...)
• Vegan chocolates, truffles.
• ...or another snack/dish you would like to share.
  See what others are planning in the RSVPs.

🏠 VENUE
The board game potluck is at The Last Resort, a private residence with plenty of space to sprawl about and relax. With a beautiful woodsy view.
Capacity: Space for 25 guests.

Please be respectful of the space so we can continue hosting future events here.

🐱 Venue Note: A kitty lives here. Please close doors carefully to keep them safe. Hard floors help with allergies, but be aware if you're sensitive.

🚗 DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
The house is located in Kansas City on the South-East side (before Lee's Summit), ~22 minutes SE of downtown KC and the River Market.

• Direct Message a host via Meetup a few days before the event for directions (click on a host's name, then "Chat with Marie").
• Street parking is available in the neighborhood. Please keep driveways and fire hydrants clear and accessible.

🔑 ACCESSIBILITY

• Stairs connect the kitchen/dining area to the game/social room
• Gaming/social room can be accessed directly via the garage.
• The driveway is steep (may require assistance)
• Otherwise somewhat wheelchair friendly

✅ RSVP AND HEALTH GUIDELINES

• RSVP “Yes” only if you plan to attend, so everyone can plan accordingly. Include the dish you plan on bringing too!
• Update your RSVP if plans change. (Please!)
• 🤧 Feeling sick or recently exposed? Please stay home to keep everyone healthy.

COST

• Free! VegKC events are intentionally free to keep them accessible.
• Optional: If you are able, a small contribution toward annual costs is appreciated.

VegKC True Food Kitchen Restaurant Meetup!
📍 Located on the Plaza.

🍴ABOUT THE VENUE
They offer a small but flavorful variety of assorted vegan friendly dishes.

"Ingredients Obsessed. Chef Crafted."

True Food is a slightly upper scale restaurant chain that started in California focused more on seasonal whole foods and crafting delicious dishes from good ingredients.

They are not a strictly vegetarian AKA vegan restaurant, but they do typically have a variety of veg dishes available. They have a particularly nice artisanal sourdough pizza crust.

🍲 MENU EXAMPLES

• Roasted Butternut Squash Pizza
  organic butternut squash, lemon almond ricotta, caramelized onion, organic kale, dried cranberry
• Plant-Based Double Cheeseburger
  house-made portobello, beet and walnut vegan burger, served with lettuce, pickled onions, organic tomatoes, vegan cheese, jalapeño remoulade
• Mediterranean Wrap
  hummus, spicy herb sauce, red pepper pistachio spread, cucumber, olives, artichoke, organic spring mix, lemon oregano vinaigrette
• Korean Noodle Bowl
  glass noodles, pickled shiitake, organic spinach, carrot, bean sprouts
• Teriyaki Quinoa Bowl
  quinoa brown rice blend, broccoli, rainbow carrots, bok choy, snap peas, pickled shiitake, sesame seeds
• They even have some dessert options like a sweet potato pie, or a root beer float with coconut ice cream!
• ... and more.

Their website includes a menu: www.truefoodkitchen.com/menu/

👫 WHAT WE WILL DO
Our monthly restaurant events are relaxed, casual gatherings focused around sharing a delicious meal and conversation.

• Usually held on the second Saturday of each month.
• We enjoy a late lunch and typically visit for a couple of hours.

✅ RSVP AND HEALTH GUIDELINES

• RSVP “Yes” only if you plan to attend, so the restaurant can plan accordingly.
• Update your RSVP if plans change. (Please!)
• 🤧 Feeling sick or recently exposed? Please stay home to keep everyone healthy.

COST

• Free! VegKC events are intentionally free to keep them accessible.
• Optional: If you are able, a small contribution toward annual costs is appreciated.