The Vegan Roadie

The Vegan Roadie

Dustin Harder is the host and creator of the original vegan travel culinary series The Vegan Roadie. and podcast Keep On Cookin'. Dustin currently works in culinary development with restaurants and non-profit organizations to implement plant-based recipes. He also works as a private chef and cooking instructor. Previously an actor in song and dance, Dustin gave up his tap shoes to study culinary arts at the Natural Gourmet Institute in NYC in 2014. He has since been featured in such publications as Eating Well, VegNews, Vegan Lifestyle Magazine, Chowhound, Vegetarian Times and Paste Magazine. Dustin appeared on Food Networks Girl Scout Baking Championship showcasing vegan baking paired with girl scout cookies in February 2020.

Dustin is the author of three cookbooks; Epic Vegan Quick and Easy, Epic Vegan and The Simply Vegan Cookbook. The Simply Vegan Cookbook has been added to Forbes list of "Best Vegan Cookbooks." For more, visit: veganroadie.com.

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The Vegan Roadie
  • A Roman Culinary Adventure!

    Italian food, like many cuisines that stem from the Mediterranean, is naturally plant-based. From pasta to gelato, many of Italy's most famous dishes are either entirely plant-based or can be made so with a dash of ingenuity! Now, let's visit some of Italy's top plant-based restaurants, where mus...

  • Munching a Mile High in Denver!

    Starting off at Native Foods which has a plethora of made from scratch, chef crafted cuisine, get a Rueben, or a chick'n avo club, and Dustin's favorite the soul bowl with sauced up fried chick'n! They also have plenty of sweet treats to satisfy your dessert desires! Beet Box Bakery blows Dustin...

  • Just a Taste of the Bay Area

    Potatoes, potatoes, potatoes at 3 Potato 4! They specialize in organic sustainable fries of all kinds from russet, sweet potato, rosemary redskin seasons to perfection with their signature salts! Sauce it up with some garlic pepper aioli like Dustin! Finish the meal with sweet vegan soft serve! D...

  • Local Treats in Ft. Lauderdale

    Hop off the beach for some refreshments at the Greenbar, including beer and a smokehouse burgers that is better than any animal burger Dustin has ever tried! Next, Dustin sweetens up his day at Pac Bakery that is so good you can find their pastries at several businesses in the area. Dustin digs i...

  • So Much to Eat in Indianapolis!

    Cruise by Three Carrots in offering toasty vegan options like their seitan gyro and chili in the busy City Market. Then fly into the Flying cupcake where they have a plethora of vegan and gluten-free options they carefully make sure not to cross contaminate! Even omnivores can't tell the treats ...

  • Kinder Cuisine in Kansas City

    Kansas City, MO is the land of BBQ, so it's no surprise that there are plenty of vegan barbecue options that will leave you in awe. Visits to the Foundry and Mccoy's offer something for everyone! FuD is serving up food that takes you right back to your childhood, especially that mac and cheese. ...

  • St. Louis is Delicious

    St. Louis isn't only the "Gateway of the West." It is the gateway to fun environmentally conscious green vegan eats! Cruise into Lulu's in to see how they make cauliflower into their signature buffalo bites! Finish it off with an exotically euphoric pad thai vegan cupcake for dessert!

  • All You Can Eat in Atlanta!

    Atlanta has it all from soul food to baked desserts and juices and raw wraps for some healthier fare! The perfect combination of southern and city, Dustin digs into some of Atlanta most treasured plant-based bites. Check out tasty delights from Caf Sunflower, Herban Fix, Soul Vegetarian, Dulce Ba...

  • Mouthwatering Eats in Minneapolis

    Minneapolis is known for star performers from Prince to Nirvana but the Vegan Roadie is on a mission to show that this city should be on everyone's travel plans with loads of tantalizing vegan options! The Reverie has something for everybody with a coffee bar, cocktail bar and an all-day cafe hou...

  • New Sensations in New Orleans

    Soft, crunchy, sweet, tangy are all flavors you can find in the Rico sandwich at Carmo, see why! Watch Dustin get hands on making crepes at The Crepe Cart located in NOLA’s historical French Market. Making delicious crepes with seasonal ingredients and tasty indulgences both sweet and savory, als...

  • Say Open Sesame in Washington, D.C.

    D.C. may not be known for its vegan food offerings, but these businesses can certainly put it on the map! Check out Bus Boys and Poets not only for the art, books, culture and politics. The food is the highlight with something for everyone with breakfast, lunch, dinner and even a weekend brunch! ...

  • Super Savory Snacks in Seattle

    Let the Space Needle point the way to Seattle, where there are plenty of insanely good vegan options. Try their vegan hot spots in the with a stop at Wayward Vegan Cafe and Cafe Flora. With offerings like fried mozzarella wedges, fettuccine alfredo, omlettes, the french dip and cinnamons rolls it...

  • More Fun in Philadelphia!

    The Vegan Roadie, host Dustin Harder finds some of the most delicious vegan finds in Philadelphia! Get ready to once again to uncover some fresher than the Fresh Prince vegan offerings and chat with some New Kids on the Block as well. Prepare to have your mouth water seeing the delicious dishes a...

  • Get Your Fill in Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, also known as the city of Brotherly Love, should also be called the city of vegan love because you are going to fall in love with the plethora of vegan options in the city. Join host, Dustin Harder, as he uncovers some of the delicious vegan dishes traveling throughout this special ...

  • Let's Eat in Salt Lake City

    Salt Lake City is famous for... Mormons! That's right. This Utah city was founded by Mormon pioneers. The Vegan Roadie, Dustin Harder, is pioneering into Salt Lake City's food scene. He stops into several places to uncover plant-based treats including Vertical Diner, Sages for Pizza night, Big O ...

  • Portland Rocks!

    Portland, Oregon is known as one of the world's hippest cities where progressive meets... eccentric. Or, as Portland people like to say, "Keep Portland Weird." In keeping with its inventive spirit, Portland is putting a new spin on comfort food, coming up with plant-based variations of a variety ...

  • Asheville's Good Vibes!

    Asheville is one of the most happening cities in the American South. Located in the Blue Ridge mountains, Asheville is famous for beer with more breweries per capita than anywhere in the U.S. And, there's also plenty of delicious, plant-based options all around the town. Manicotti, pizza, vegan B...

  • Howdy San Antonio

    The Vegan Roadie hits San Antonio, which has a storied history. Can you say... The Alamo? Yes, that's the famous 18th-century Spanish mission - now a museum - where the 1836 battle for Texan independence from Mexico took place. But, when it comes to food, you might say Mexico won, as the cuisine ...

  • Oh Canada... Yum!

    Did you know that Vancouver is the largest island on the west coast of North America? And, even though it's massive, it keeps that island feel, especially in the summer. Located in the Canadian province of British Columbia, Vancouver is a gem for travelers who want a unique, yet sophisticated, ex...

  • The Vegan Roadie Does Sicily!

    Did you know that Sicily is the largest and most populous island in the Mediterranean Sea? Well, it is. The vistas are stunning. History is everywhere you turn. And, the food? makes you want to... mangiare.
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  • The Vegan Roadie Does Naples

    Naples is Italy's third largest city, after Rome and Milan. Famous as the birthplace of pizza, what an ideal place to look for some fabulous vegan dishes and, of course, gelato. Want to learn more about vegan travel? There's a club. Check it out: https://www.tiernotours.com/vegan-travel-club.html...

  • The Vegan Roadie Does the Amalfi Coast

    Follow the intrepid Dustin Harder as he explores the Amalfi coast of Italy. This coastline is... well, there's no words to fully describe intricate. colorful, historic buildings hanging onto the cliffs over the sparkling water. And, then, there's the magnificent food. Let the Vegan Roadie take yo...

  • The Vegan Roadie Does Matera!

    And, while you are enjoying Matera's famous Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario and the famous rock church St. Lucia alle Malve, which contains prized medieval frescoes, you must eat!!! Nothing like sightseeing to work up an appetite! So, Dustin Harder has invited you to share a delicious meal, or two,...

  • The Vegan Roadie Does Florence, Italy

    Let Dustin Harder, the Vegan Roadie, take you a tour of one of the world's most glorious and historic cities... Florence. Of course, you want to see the museums and the churches. But, there has to time for a fabulous Tuscan meal. This video brought to you by Vegan Roadie in conjunction with Vegan...