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April 10, 2022 by Joy Waters Leave a Comment

Recipe: Sushi Burgers

Sushi Burger plated with lettuce and sauce

Chef Edgar created this vegan Tofu Sushi Burger to meet the many requests for new options at The Bistro at Adventist Health Castle. This delightfully light and nutritious sushi burger will be a wonderful addition to your menu. Making this burger can be a fun family time and is best prepared fresh to order and served warm. This dish was presented by Edgar Edge, Food Service Director for our Sponsor Adventist Health Castle, in our Learning Kitchen 2019. Read Edgar’s bio HERE.
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February 14, 2022 by Joy Waters Leave a Comment

Blessing Tree at VegFest Oahu Inspires Attendees to Vision A Better Future

The Blessing Tree at VegFest Oahu grew leaves throughout the festival as attendees wrote their wishes and prayers on paper and attached them to the tree. This piece of the festival was organized by Donna Lay, who transcribed the messages on every leaf so they could be shared here. [Read more…]

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December 9, 2021 by Joy Waters Leave a Comment

Recipe: Vegan Pho

dish of pho with garnish

This is a popular dish enjoyed by visitors and employees at The Bistro, the cafeteria at our Sponsor Adventist Health Castle Hospital. It can be prepared in advance for family dining and also makes for a crowd-pleasing potluck dish. This dish was presented by Gordon Au in our Learning Kitchen 2019. Gordon is a Chef and Dietary Aide at Adventist Health Castle. Read his bio HERE.
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June 1, 2021 by Joy Waters Leave a Comment

Recipe: Chickpea Taco Salad

Want some new ideas about how to get more plant protein into your diet? This vegan Taco Salad uses chickpea (also known as garbanzo beans) in place of beef to give you a full flavored dish with no cholesterol and more fiber and nutrients. Paired with a creamy cucumber lime cilantro dressing, you will want to try this at home. This dish was presented by Chef Mama T Gonsalves from Umeke Market in our Learning Kitchen 2019. Read her bio HERE.

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May 17, 2021 by Joy Waters Leave a Comment

Keegan Kuhn: The Diet Conspiracy – Burying Truth for Profit (Live at VegFest Oahu)

If a plant-based diet really reverses heart disease and helps avoid cancer why aren’t we hearing more about it in the public conversation? Keegan’s talk will present the hidden links between government, big food companies, pharmaceutical companies, and non-profit organizations focused on community health advice. An investigative look into how they are connected through legislation, budget, and the spread of disinformation. This is what happens when health care becomes a business where the players are influenced by making a profit or expanding their budget rather than robust community health.   [Read more…]

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