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T.O.F.U. to hit the road in August (with your help?)

Ryan enters America during the T.O.F.U. tour

We've started working on the second T.O.F.U. tour. However, due to a lack of money and time, we're only going across Canada this time. Of course, just because it's a smaller tour doesn't mean we don't need help! So, please drop us a line if you're interested in working with us. Read More »

Article Tease: Calgary Review

Calgary review Cafe Koi

Another vegan-friendly restaurant with yummy appetizers is Cafe Koi. The menu has a special section for “karma appetizers” that includes vegetable dumplings, crispy ginger tofu chunks and yam wedges. For entrees, there are karma bowls, most of which are vegan and loaded with fresh vegetables. A good option is the Lotus Bowl, which includes maple chili greens topped with seared tofu sticks. Read More »

2009 T.O.F.U. Tour photos finally up!

Tofu Tour Group Shot

Despite the numerous setbacks from Facebook, and possibly a finicky Internet connection, I finally managed to post the photos from the 2009 T.O.F.U. Tour on the fan page. So, if you have not had a chance to browse them through Amanda's fan page, give them a look now. Read More »

Behind the Lines: David J. Parker

David J. Parker

Starting a veg association in any city is likely to be hard work, but starting one in the middle of cattle and oil country seems a little lentil, right? All bad jokes aside, David J. Parker and the folks at the Vegans & Vegetarians of Alberta Association have put some serious work into spreading the word about being veg, and the results have been great. Read More »

Best NA veg cities: Winnipeg represent?

PETA’s North American city rankings So, I’m not surprised at all to see Portland in the number one spot for the States, and I guess seeing Vancouver as the best in Canada shouldn’t drop any jaws. However, I have to say I’m surprised at how the prairies make their way on the list. Calgary beats […]

Head for the border

We're just waking-up in Calgary and planning a lunch date with some friends of mine. After that the border is in front of us and we're hoping to go camping once we cross. Read More »