As part of UnchainedTV’s The Golden Age of Plant-Based series, this episode uncovers how Philadelphia launched America’s vegetarian and vegan history and continues to define its gourmet future. You’ll find out why Philly is ground zero of plant-based living!
Today, the City of Brotherly Love stands as a premier destination for fine vegan dining, led by icons like Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby’s award-winning Vedge restaurant, Rachel Klein’s cozy five-course hotspot Miss Rachel’s Pantry, and Ian Graye’s Pietramala—a culinary gem honored with a Michelin Green Star. There’s also everyday favorites like 20th Street Pizza and Triangle Tavern, home to the iconic plant-based Philly cheesesteak. In fact, there are dozens of places to pick up a vegan Philly Cheesesteak. All in all, the local food scene proves that compassionate dining offers world-class flavor.
And, the American Vegan Society, based in nearby New Jersey, runs a vibrant storefront center right in Philly's historic Old City.
This revolution is built to last. Philadelphia’s Walnut Hill College trains the culinary superstars of tomorrow by making a plant-based cooking course—led by PBS’s Christina Pirello—a mandatory requirement for graduation.
Gathered in Philadelphia for a history-making vegan Thanksgiving gala were industry trailblazers like Tofurky’s Seth Tibbott, Chicago Vegan Foods' Ryan Howard, Rebel Cheese co-founder Kirsten Maitland and Veganuary CEO Wendy Matthews. All in all, this fascinating episode proves the future of food is undeniably plant-based.
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