Dallasites can't live on barbeque and Tex-Mex alone. We must have our sweets, From old- fashioned American layer cake to South ‘American caramel delights to smooth and flavorful italian gelato, Daas is home to world-class desserts that satisfy the sweet tooth in a big way. i : i i I i I TALEND. MERIUUD BAR oe Loa naa Bichiepese won ane tems, ZAGUAN WORLD Bee ameimctnedMeatless Dining in Los Angeles A Guide to Some Top Veg-Friendly Eateries A eee Eleeia pe McCartney is one. Ellen is one. Even reformed McDonald’s disciple Bill Clinton is one... they’re all vegetarian or vegan. It’s a lot easier today than it used to be... and with cuisines that span the globe... vegetarians and vegans can have it all. Since many readers of The Pet Press are non-meat eaters and quite a few, strictly vegan...in honor of World Vegan Month (which commences on Nov. 1, www. VeganDay. info)... I’ve compiled this section for a sampling of the wide vegetarian/vegan options the City of Angels has to offer. And, yes... speak from first-hand knowledge... as I’ve visited and experienced all of the places I’ve written about. I’ve been a vegetarian for the past 18 years... and due to all of the great choices... my path to veganism has become a lot easier. If you’re in a similar boat, contemplating the switch from vegetarianism to veganism, or if you want to go from eating animal products to going completely vegan for health and/or ethical purposes, this guide may help you get started. Hope you enjoy this little meat-free culinary journey from = aN S most charming nidee™ * Classic and Signature Italian Entrees * Pizza, Pasta, Soups, Salads, Seafood & Chicken Dishes * Vegetarian/Vegan Menu * New Smaller Portions Available (818) 762-4225 10820 Ventura Blvd, Studio City Valley to Hollywood to the Westside... and as citizens of the Earth and lovers of all animals... I hope you will visit and support these great establishments. Bon Appetit! REAL RAW LIVE Real Raw Live is the place in Hollywood to lose weight, detoxify and increase your energy levels via the art of raw super foods and organic juice cleanses and fasts. Conceived by health/fitness expert and trainer to the stars, Greg Joujon- Roche, the raw organic smoothies, wellness shots, cleanses and liquid breakfasts all serve a purpose. For instance, if you’re a singer, the Mucus Buster will help clear your pipes, and if you had one too many, there’s the Hang Over Shot. This cute store in the funky part of Franklin is more than just a juice bar... they carry their own popular line of raw vegan foods like mock tuna salad (chickpeas), seaweed salad and angel hair pesto. They specialize in the 3-day juice fast and 5-day raw food cleanse created by Greg, which include his patented fat burning lemonade, or Studio City’s Oasis for Dining “California Italian Style” Come Experience Our Healthy, Delicious Food and Celebrated Garlic Cheese Rolls in a Warm, Casual Setting * Happy Hour Appetizers * Drink Specials * Large Pet-Friendly Patio * Private Rooms/Parties for 15 to 100 * Catering and Banquets www.zachscafe.comMeatless Dining (cont'd from page 18) they’ll tailor a private fast or cleanse to meet your needs. You can purchase items at the store or from their website for both the fast and cleanse, and the 5-day cleanse is also offered once a month on site at the store, with the next one scheduled Nov. 8-12. Even if you’re not ready to commit to a routine, you can just walk up to the “bar” and feel like you’re doing something right. 5913 West Franklin Ave., Hollywood (323) 461-4545 www.realrawlive.com THE WAFFLE Vegetarians and vegans shouldn’t miss out on comfort food... that’s why it’s got to be The Waffle. One of Hollywood’s best-kept secrets (with its own parking), adjacent to The Palladium and a hop, skip and jump from the Pantages, Arclight and Amoeba Music, The Waffle serves it up *til the wee hours on weekends - to carnivores and vegetarians alike. Classic American is the theme with an emphasis on tasty, quality diner/coffee shop fare including a vegan menu featuring their signature Chili, Boca Melt, Cobb Salad, Ruben and Un-Chicken Salad Sandwich. There are also Veggie Dogs served NY or Chicago-style and milk shakes so creamy, you’d never guess they were dairy free. Throw in their signature can’t-put-‘em-down Waffle Fries... and it’s all worth the trip. Tip: skip the doggie bag and just order up a serving of dog-friendly Wooffles for your best friend (whipped right up in The Waffle kitchen)... or even better... bring the pooch along to hang with you on the patio and catch “Sunset before bark.” 6255 W. Sunset Blvd, Hollywood (323) 465-6901 www.thewaffle.us THE VEGAN JOINT Ask any vegan on the Westside where THE place is to get vegan food... they’ll likely tell you The Vegan Joint. With breakfast served all day and a $5.95 Happy Hour menu from 2 to 6 featuring favorites like grilled soy chicken nachos, fried rice and a black bean burger with fries... any time is a good ‘Ocgetable P)efight Restaurant Dine-in - To Go - Banquet Room Delicious, Authentic CHINESE Dishes Prepared Naturally With NO Meat, Poultry, or Fish Tues - Sun: 11:30-9:30pm (818) 360-3997 ip 17823 Chatsworth St. Granada Hills American repertoire includes a wide variety of dishes that are as healthy as they are good, like Fresh Spring Rolls, Oriental Tossed Salad with grilled shitake mushrooms, Spicy Noodle Soup with soy fish, cilantro and dried chili... and a Garlic Chicken or Lentil Burger that prove you don’t have to sacrifice health for taste (which should cancel out the fries that are certainly worth the splurge)... never mind the cupcakes, chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake that look as good as they taste. Wash it all down with their famous Thai Iced Tea (made with soy milk)... the perfect compliment to a hot (or cold) meal on a warm LA day. The Vegan Joint is the place where herbivores convert their carnivore friends... and window shoppers become regu- lars. That pretty much says it all. 10438 National Blvd, LA (310) 559-1357 www.theveganjoint.com THE ORIGINAL PIZZA COOKERY The days of the neighborhood family pizza place were not lost in a time machine...they are alive and well in Woodland Hills... at The Original Pizza Cookery. The sawdust on the floor, cozy rooms, wooden booths, red-checkered tablecloths and open A Tasty Spin on Classic American Comfort Food oe. om sa B Seee 8 a Li ace ¢ Pot Roast ° Chicken Pot Pie * Mac ‘n Cheese ¢ Cornmeal Jalapeno Waffle with Fried Chicken and Collard Greens * Burgers * Hot Dogs ° Chili * Great Waffle Fries ¢ Vegan/Vegetarian Menu « Complete Breakfast Menu Featuring Our Signature Waffles Including Red Velvet, Sticky Bun and Multigrain with Fresh Fruit and Vanilla Yogurt, and Hash Browns Served Six Ways! Beer, Wine and Bottomless Cocktails All Day e Large Dog Friendly Patio - Right on Sunset Blvd! Sun-Wed: 7:30-9pm @ Thurs-Sat: 7:30-3:00am The Waffle 6255 W Sunset Blvd, Hollywood 323-465-6901 www.thewaffle.us