Vegan snacking: Maya’s Cookies

We have long been fans of Maya’s Cookies, and until recently we have been ordering them online. Finally we were able to visit the little storefront in San Diego where all the magic happens. Also, it happens to be the location (there’s a second location in San Marcos) where you can get Oatly soft serve …

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Vegan dining at Ben & Esther’s

For those living on or visiting the West Coast, Ben & Esther’s Vegan Jewish Deli is an absolute must for delicious vegan food. This treasure has two locations in Portland, Oregon; two in San Diego County; and a brand-new location in Seattle. We visited the San Diego shop on a Friday afternoon; it’s tucked away …

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Vegan dining in San Diego: Donna Jean, Part 2

Donna Jean was such an incredibly wonderful dining experience we had to return. And it was just as magical the second time, from the atmosphere to the amazing service to the delicious vegan food. We brought friends along, which was great fun, in no small part because we got to taste one another’s meals. This …

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Vegan dining in San Diego: Donna Jean

While visiting Southern California, we were delighted to discover one of the San Diego’s amazing vegan treasures: the Italian restaurant Donna Jean. We visited after landing at the airport; it’s just a few minutes away, near Balboa Park. The restaurant is small and so inviting, with a roomy interior and a large, leafy patio, perfect …

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