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On Monday, we like to get our munch on, and Midtown Vegan Deli & Market has something super special on the menu.
It’s a loaded breakfast bagel featuring crispy vegan bacon, Beyond Sausage, vegan American cheese, Just Egg, arugula, jalapeños, and a drizzle of maple syrup. It’s called the Death Free Foodie bagel, and it hits all the right notes — even if you’re not vegan.
“It’s especially tasty on an everything bagel,” said Hannah Hernandez, AKA Death Free Foodie, “but you can go with whatever bagel you’re feeling.”
That smoky-sweet maple syrup cuts through the richness, while the jalapeños bring the heat.
Also, if you’re looking for something tasty to pair it up with, check out Midtown Vegan Deli’s loaded fries and tater tots.
Midtown Vegan Deli opened its doors in January 2022, aiming to make vegan cuisine approachable and enjoyable for everyone, including meat-eaters. The deli occupies the historic space that once housed Feig’s Kosher Market & Deli since 1971, paying homage to its roots by offering plant-based versions of traditional deli favorites.
They also serve as a one-stop shop on the corner of Fifth Street and Rosemont Boulevard, featuring a variety of vegan products, grab-and-go options, and a full-service deli with dishes like the Philly, game-changer grilled cheese, and loaded Buffalo chicken fries.
The deli is open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Saturday, and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Midtown Vegan Deli & Market is located at 5071 E. Fifth St. 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.
