Princeton Vegan Chef Challenge – 2024

NJveg and Vegan in NJ collaborated with Vegan Outreach to create the second Princeton Vegan Chef Challenge (VCC)!  The VCC is a month-long event showcasing new vegan menu items created by chefs at local restaurants.  10 restaurants in Princeton and vicinity took part in October 2024.  Here are the award winners:

Award Restaurant Item/Comment
Best Dinner Mediterra Artichoke Canneloni
Best Appetizer “Krab” Stuffed Mushroom
Most Popular Lady and the Shallot Jerk Tofu Tacos
Best Soup/Chili Suped Up Chili
Super Voter Favorite Pastiamo
Potato Gnocchi with Pioppino Mushroom
Best Dessert (tie) Chocolate Kiss
Best Dessert (tie) The Mint Co-Co Mia
Best Sandwich Tipple + Rose Tea Parlor Portobello Philly
Best Veggie Dish Ficus Fall Vegetable Medley
Best Comfort Food Savory Leaf Café Tempeh Wings
Best Wrap Arlee’s Raw Blends Red Pepper Pesto Wrap
Most Creative Flavors Amazing Thai Yellow Curry Duck
Best Value Whole Earth Center Deli multiple items, including Kale Salad