Exploring Vegan Delights: One Plate at a Time, One City at a Time

This mother’s journey into veganism emanates inspiration and reflection.

Triggered by the profound realization that the animals on her plate could be mothers themselves, her transition away from meat was immediate – a humorous “cold turkey” decision.

With more than six years as a committed vegan, her contentment shines through.

Her Instagram account, @veganeverythingalex, paints a vivid picture of her vegan culinary exploration in her native New York City. Her enthusiasm extends to unsuspecting venues, where conversations with servers and chef collaborations unearth vegan gems.

Tell us more about yourself, please

Embracing Plant-Based Delights!
Alex | Vegan Everything

As a new mom (many years ago) it suddenly dawned on me how can I be eating animals who could be somebody’s baby or a mother themselves.

Vegan Muffuletta hero with Unreal Deli Vegan Turk’y, marinated tofu, and vegan mozzarella from Stacked sandwich shop in Forest Hills, Queens, NYC: Alex | Vegan Everything

Like flipping a switch, I quit meat cold turkey, pun intended. Becoming vegetarian was super easy, but I never thought I could adopt veganism because I am a certified cheeseaholic. I especially love pizza.

I tried some vegan cheeses over the years and they were just not good. They have finally come such a long way with so many companies producing great plant-based versions and that is what made it easier to be vegan. I have been vegan for more than six years now and I have never felt better about myself!

Vegan charcuterie board featuring assorted cheeses by Good Planet Foods, fresh organic fruit and various crackers from Whole Foods, and strawberry fruit spread from St. Dalfour : Alex | Vegan Everything — Vegan charcuterie board featuring assorted cheeses by Good Planet Foods, fresh organic fruit and various crackers from Whole Foods, and strawberry fruit spread from St. Dalfour (I made it together with my daughter): Alex | Vegan Everything

Eating and Sharing Green
Alex | Vegan Everything

I started my Instagram account @veganeverythingalex two years ago to share vegan recipes, products, and restaurants where I find the best vegan food.

Vegan cheese pizza I made with Violife mozzarella, tomato sauce, mushrooms, and basil: Alex | Vegan Everything

I am based in New York, NYC born and raised, and love eating at fully vegan restaurants in NYC and in my travels.

Outdoor Dining At Planta South Beach, Miami, Florida: Alex | Vegan Everything

Some of my favorite vegan restaurants are Planta and any of Chef Guy Vaknin’s places in NYC like Willow. I also enjoy finding vegan options in places one might not expect to see like at a steakhouse.

It’s fun to ask a server what they can do that’s vegan and have them come back from the kitchen with what the chef can whip up.

Vegan Philly cheesesteak at Willow in NYC: Alex | Vegan Everything

Simple Swaps, Vibrant Choices
Alex | Vegan Everything

An easy way to transition to vegan is by swapping out basic kitchen staples, like I love Earth Balance vegan butter and Whole Foods brand unsweetened almond milk instead of their dairy counterparts. My whole family including non-vegans now exclusively use these in my house!