Events

Rescatando Recetas: Hamburguesa Residuo Cero

Virtual

¡Ayuda! Algunos de los ingredientes de nuestras recetas familiares favoritas, tradicionales e inolvidables, distan mucho de ser saludables… ¿Se pueden salvar estos platos?

¡Por supuesto! ¡Los chefs de Plant Powered Metro New York vienen al rescate! No te pierdas Recipe Rescue, una serie de cocina en vivo que celebra nuestros platos culturales favoritos, reinventados de una manera deliciosa y a base de plantas. Aprenderás a darle un nuevo giro a las queridas recetas originales de la abuela o el abuelo.

Este mes, Vanessa Sossa Sanchez rescata la tradicional “hamburguesa” transformando unas simples sobras en una deliciosa hamburguesa de aprovechamiento total (*zero-waste*), acompañada de ingredientes sabrosos y una salsa llena de sabor. Las recetas se publicarán en nuestro sitio web después de la emisión de cada episodio.

Envía tus recetas para que sean rescatadas en futuros episodios a Corey Simoneau: corey.simoneau@ppmny.org.

¡Suscríbete a nuestro canal de YouTube para ver los programas y recibir notificaciones sobre futuras emisiones!

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Help! Some of the ingredients in our favorite, traditional, and memorable family recipes are so far from healthy… Can these dishes be rescued?

You bet — Plant Powered Metro New York’s chefs are coming to the rescue! Check out Recipe Rescue, a live cooking series that celebrates our favorite cultural dishes reimagined in a delicious, plant-powered way. You’ll learn how to put a new spin on grandma or papa’s beloved originals.

This month, Vanessa Sossa Sanchez rescues the traditional “burger” by transforming simple leftovers into a delicious, zero-waste patty, with satisfying toppings and a flavorful sauce. Recipes will be posted on our website after each episode airs.

Submit your recipes for rescue in future episodes to Corey Simoneau, corey.simoneau@ppmny.org.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel to tune in and get notified about future programs!

Kitchen Reset: Get Organized to Beat Diabetes

Presented in partnership with EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care

A healthy lifestyle starts at home. In this engaging session, you’ll discover how to stock and arrange your pantry, fridge, freezer, and countertops to make healthy eating the easy choice. Learn which foods to keep on hand to treat and reverse diabetes, and enjoy a brief cooking demo and tasting of a simple, budget-friendly meal using affordable pantry staples.

This event is free and open to the public.

Please plan to arrive 10 minutes prior to the beginning of class.

Kitchen Reset: Get Organized to Beat Diabetes

Presented in partnership with EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care

A healthy lifestyle starts at home. In this engaging session, you’ll discover how to stock and arrange your pantry, fridge, freezer, and countertops to make healthy eating the easy choice. Learn which foods to keep on hand to treat and reverse diabetes, and enjoy a brief cooking demo and tasting of a simple, budget-friendly meal using affordable pantry staples.

This event is free and open to the public.

Please plan to arrive 10 minutes prior to the beginning of class.

Summer Soirée in the East Village

Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a summer evening of mocktails, music, and wholesome appetizers at Caravan of Dreams in the East Village, a Plant Powered Plates participating restaurant.

Enjoy a handcrafted cucumber citrus or apple ginger mocktail, and a tasting menu of seasonal favorites, including raw avocado and coconut soup, a dips and tapas sampler, homemade lasagna bites, key lime custard, and more.

Between bites, enjoy live music, celebrate summer, and connect with others who share an interest in healthy, plant-powered living.

The fixed price of $42 includes the tasting menu, mocktail, and gratuity. We’ll aim to offer gluten-free versions of all featured dishes, and guests are welcome to purchase additional food and beverages from the restaurant’s menu.

Hosted by Vanessa Sossa Sánchez, PPMNY Culinary Educator

Dinner Social in Montclair

Come together in community with Plant Powered Metro New York for a wholesome meal at Mesob, a popular restaurant in Montclair, NJ, offering traditional Ethiopian cuisine.

Our whole food, plant-based meal features their hearty vegetarian sample platter with your choice of six stews, served with injera. Beverages are available for purchase if desired.

The fixed price of $50 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 Sunday, August 2. After this time, limited space may be available, and we may not be able to honor refund requests.

Hosted by Steve Barbag, PPMNY Ambassador

Coastal Mindfulness Walk & Picnic on the North Shore

Postponed from Saturday, July 18 to Saturday, August 15th.

Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a restorative summer afternoon on the North Shore, featuring mindfulness practices, gentle movement, a bring-your-own picnic lunch, and community connection in a coastal setting.

Led by Natalie Zolotareva, PPMNY Nutrition Educator, the morning will begin at the Hempstead Harbor Shoreline Park trailhead with a brief guided meditation focused on sensory awareness.

Next, we’ll take a mindful walk along a 4-mile out-and-back coastal path at an easy pace. The walk will include guided mindfulness prompts and opportunities for conversation.

After the walk, we’ll gather for a second mindfulness practice for sensory awareness through sight, smell, touch, and taste prior to enjoying lunch together.

Please bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and a picnic lunch in a backpack to enjoy following the program.

The event will start at the trailhead off of West Shore Road and end at Bar Beach in North Hempstead, about a 10-minute drive from the Port Washington LIRR station. Carpool rides from the station are available if requested. If you would like a ride, please contact corey.simoneau@ppmny.org in advance to arrange pickup.

Hosted by PPMNY’s Natalie Zolotareva and Corey Simoneau

Get Started: Embrace the Power of Plants

Virtual

A welcoming introduction to plant-powered living

If you’re curious about eating more plant foods but not sure where to begin, this one’s for you! Whether you’re exploring more natural ways to support your health, hoping to feel more energized, or just want to eat more nourishing meals, this live virtual meeting will help you get started with clarity and confidence.

Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a dynamic, interactive hour that explores the POWER of whole food, plant-based eating:
• Learn the basics of whole food, plant-based nutrition.
• Discover practical tips for stocking your kitchen and building simple meals you’ll enjoy.
• Hear a story of health transformation from a PPMNY community member.
• Bring your questions for our live Q&A and community conversation.

Walk away with fresh inspiration and practical tools to support your journey to lasting health, plus a free starter packet with meal ideas and simple recipes.

Cooking with Chef Carole

Virtual

Explore the delicious world of plant-based baking and cooking without added oils, salt, or sugar. This month, Chef Carole Levy, PPMNY Culinary Educator, will be using what’s available in her kitchen to create dishes without recipes! Tune in live to find out what she’s cooking up off-the-cuff.

Event access is by donation or free to anyone unable to contribute. Please choose the option that fits you best and join us!

Registrants will receive recipes and a Facebook Live and YouTube link on the day of the event. Please note that Facebook Live and YouTube streams are available to viewers with or without Facebook or YouTube accounts.

$5 minimum suggested donation.

Get Started: Embrace the Power of Plants

Virtual

A welcoming introduction to plant-powered living

If you’re curious about eating more plant foods but not sure where to begin, this one’s for you! Whether you’re exploring more natural ways to support your health, hoping to feel more energized, or just want to eat more nourishing meals, this live virtual meeting will help you get started with clarity and confidence.

Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a dynamic, interactive hour that explores the POWER of whole food, plant-based eating:
• Learn the basics of whole food, plant-based nutrition.
• Discover practical tips for stocking your kitchen and building simple meals you’ll enjoy.
• Hear a story of health transformation from a PPMNY community member.
• Bring your questions for our live Q&A and community conversation.

Walk away with fresh inspiration and practical tools to support your journey to lasting health, plus a free starter packet with meal ideas and simple recipes.

Cooking with Chef Carole

Virtual

Explore the delicious world of plant-based baking and cooking without added oils, salt, or sugar. This month, Chef Carole Levy, PPMNY Culinary Educator, will be using what’s available in her kitchen to create dishes without recipes! Tune in live to find out what she’s cooking up off-the-cuff.

Event access is by donation or free to anyone unable to contribute. Please choose the option that fits you best and join us!

Registrants will receive recipes and a Facebook Live and YouTube link on the day of the event. Please note that Facebook Live and YouTube streams are available to viewers with or without Facebook or YouTube accounts.

$5 minimum suggested donation.