Thanksgiving is right around the corner and it’s not always about the meat, and there’s a whole world of vegetable side dishes outside of green bean casserole.
So, whether you’re taking a break from turkey or have been giving turkeys a break for quite some time now, here are a few meatless options happening in Tucson this year. Also, we’ll keep updating the list as we discover more meat-free opportunities.
If you’re looking for our larger Thanksgiving roundup, check out our article “Thanksgiving 2022: Turkey, pumpkin pie & vegan meals to gobble up in Tucson.”
Charro Vida
7109 N. Oracle Rd.
The restaurant is offering a Plantsgiving menu available for dine-in and takeout from Tuesday, November 22 – Saturday, November 26.
Entrees
- Crispy Portobellos in mushroom and poblano crema gravy with vegan chorizo
- Hola Hemp tamale stuffing
- Spiced Cranberry Chutney
- Vegan Smashed Potatoes
- Red Lentil Green Chile Mac & Vegan Cheese
- Family Recipe Green Beans and Crispy Onion Casa-role
Desserts
- Chef Carlotta’s Dulce Pumpkin Tamales
Holiday Helpers
- Crantastic – Tanqueray, elderflower, citrus, agave, cranberry, and ginger beer
- $5 off any bottle of wine or bubbles
For more information, visit charrovida.com.
Dedicated. A gluten-free bakery and coffee shop.
Deadline to order is Monday, November 21
4500 E. Speedway Blvd. #41
The gluten-free baker is offering Thanksgiving goodies to go this holiday season. The menu features Vegan Quiche, Vegan Pumpkin Pie, and Vegan Stuffing Mix.
Be sure to order by Monday, November 21 and everything can be picked up on Tuesday, November 22 and Wednesday, November 23.
For more information, follow Dedicated on Facebook.
Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro
Last day to order is Sunday, November 20
5845 N. Oracle Rd.
Gourmet Girls is providing “everything but the turkey” this year. Certain items can be ordered dairy-free and keep in mind that not everything on the menu is vegetarian or vegan.
For more information and to order, call (520) 408-9000.
Govinda’s Natural Foods
Thursday, November 24
711 E. Blacklidge Dr.
Govinda’s will be open on Thanksgiving from noon – 5 p.m. and serving an all-vegan Thanksgiving buffet. The menu includes tofu turkey, mashed potatoes, vegan pumpkin pie, and more.
The holiday meal is $19.95 per adult and $9.95 for kids between the ages of four to 12 years old. Anyone younger than that eats for free.
For more information, visit govindasoftucson.com.
Lovin’ Spoonfuls
Thursday, November 24
2990 N. Campbell Ave. #120
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Who said Thanksgiving can’t be vegan? Lovin’ Spoonfuls’ “ThanksLIVING meal” includes:
- Roasted Vegan Turkey
- Mashed Potatoes
- Candied Sweet Potatoes
- Green Beans
- Stuffing & Mushroom Gravy
- Corn & Salad
- La Baguette Parisienne Rolls
- Pumpkin Pie or Apple Betty
Cost: $28.99 per person.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling (520) 325-7766.
Midtown Vegan Deli & Market
Orders are due by Wednesday, November 16
5071 E. Fifth St.
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Midtown Vegan Deli is offering all options a la carte by ordering online via its website. The menu includes Be-Wellington ($25), Whipped Potatoes with Celery Root ($15), Brown Miso Gravy ($15), Kathy’s Cornbread Stuffing ($20), and Homestyle Green Bean Casserole ($20).
Reminder: You must order your meal by Wednesday, November 16.
For more information, visit midtownvegandeli.com.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
