Food and Restaurants

McDonald's launches its plant-based McPlant burger at 600 locations in Texas and California, collaborating with Beyond Meat for a patty made from peas, rice, and potatoes. The initiative aligns with McDonald's sustainability goals. Vegan options are trending, with competitors like Burger King also offering plant-based items.

Vegans can now indulge in comfort food at Project Pollo in Dallas, offering delectable plant-based dishes like Mushroom Impossible Cheeseburgers and Buffalo Mac N’ Cheez. Founded by Lucas Bradbury, the chain is expanding rapidly, aiming to promote animal welfare and affordable, tasty vegan options nationwide.

"Green Source On the Air" will focus on food justice this month, highlighting challenges faced by North Texans due to environmental issues and the pandemic. Guests include Dawan Shockley, Tramonica Brown, Marcus Russell, and Todd Collier, discussing community responses, food insecurity solutions, and environmental connections on Zoom.

Mariachi’s Dine-In in Fort Worth offers a fully loaded vegan menu, featuring plant-based Tex-Mex classics like tacos, quesadillas, and burritos. Owner Ashley Miller, a long-time vegan, expanded her offerings at a new location with a vibrant, urban atmosphere, making vegan Mexican food accessible and appealing to all dietary preferences.

Tex-Mex vegan cafe Belenty’s Love, founded by Belen Hernandez, offers plant-based Mexican dishes in Fort Worth. The vibrant venue serves homemade, cruelty-free options like Chickenless Enchiladas and Beefless Quesadillas. Hernandez plans further expansion due to the success of her unique concept.

The Boneless Butcher in Dallas, founded by Crystal Gomez, offers vegan steaks as sustainable meat alternatives. Gomez perfected her recipe and expanded her offerings to include Boneless Ribz, aiming to appeal to both vegans and meat-eaters. She plans retail and local farmers market expansions, with hopes for a storefront.

Jason offers a heart healthy vegan recipe to replace your BLT. 

Stephanie and Mark Garza launched Planted Bakery in Fort Worth during quarantine, offering 100% plant-based goods. Their vegan bakery, known for unique "cruffins" and other delights, has been well-received locally and beyond. They prioritize community service and offer options for the lactose intolerant, promoting a plant-based lifestyle.

The Healthy Hippie Cafe, a plant-based venue in Watauga, expanded its space during quarantine, adding a bar and live music. Owners Kelli and Darrell Myatt doubled the venue's size to 3,000 square feet and introduced new menu items, outdoor seating, and special events.

Local vegan and vegetarian eateries have adapted to the pandemic by offering takeout and delivery options. Favorites like V-Eats, Nature’s Plate, Spiral Diner, Kalachandji’s, Reverie Bakeshop, The Healthy Hippie, Boulevard of Greens, and Righteous Foods are providing creative solutions to continue serving plant-based meals while encouraging community support.