5 Principles Cuisines

07/16/2026

🎨🌱 Looking for something fun, creative, and a little different this summer?

Join us for Vegan Paint, Sip & Snack hosted by 5 Principles Cuisines on Saturday, August 1 at 2:00 PM!

Whether you’re an experienced artist or you’ve never picked up a paintbrush, this event is all about relaxing, connecting with great people, and enjoying delicious plant-based snacks in a welcoming atmosphere.

✨ Your ticket includes:

🎨 Guided painting session (all supplies provided)

🥗 Delicious vegan snacks

🍷 A fun, creative afternoon with an amazing community

💚 No painting experience necessary

Come solo, bring a friend, or make it a date—everyone is welcome!

📍108 Dundas St. West, Toronto

🎟️ Reserve your spot today: Link in bio or comment section⬇️

Space is limited, so don’t wait! We’d love to paint, snack, an
d create with you. 🌿🎨

07/11/2026

🇯🇲 5PC Vegan Bites Goes International | Mogee’s Ital Kitchen | Kingston, Jamaica

Welcome to the first international episode of 5PC Vegan Bites! 🌱🌍

This time we’re in Kingston, Jamaica, where we visit Mogee, the owner of a humble but highly respected home-based ital takeout restaurant. More than just a chef, Mogee represents a way of life rooted in simplicity, natural living, and nourishing the community through wholesome plant-based food.

In this episode, we sit down with Mogee to hear his story—how he started his business, what ital living means to him, the challenges of operating a food business from home, and the passion that continues to inspire him every day.

This isn’t just about food—it’s about culture, purpose, resilience, and preserving a tradition that has nourished generations in Jamaica.

If you enjoy discovering hidden gems, authentic food stories, and the people behind them, you’re going to love this episode.

🌿 Eat with intention. Explore with purpose.

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to:
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💬 Leave a comment telling us where we should travel next
🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of 5PC Vegan Bites as we continue exploring incredible vegan restaurants, chefs, and food cultures around the world.

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07/07/2026

🌅 Join us on the rooftop of The Big Carrot for our first Sunset Social of the season with BAD ATTITUDE!!

VegTO is partnering with some of the best local, plant-based food brands to bring you a series of Sunset Socials in the heart of Greektown.

We kick off our season with Bad Attitude Bread, founded by Logan Dunn, who will be our host for the evening. Bad Attitude is a plant-based bake shop operating in Toronto’s west end and serving up decadent and delicious classic baked goods for vegans and non-vegans alike. Logan is a trained pastry chef who took his experience in the vegan food world and translated it into a thriving business. What started as a pop-up in various west end locales has now transformed into a destination brick-and-mortar bakery.

This event is open to anyone looking to indulge in some classic pastries and is suitable for those following vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, egg free, and/or gluten free diets.

Guests can choose one of the following baked goods to enjoy:
• 🥐Cinnamon Swirl
• 🍕Pizza Croissant
• 🍰Strawberry Shortcake Mini Cake
• 🍋Gluten Free Lemon Olive Oil Slice

Your ticket also includes a non-alcoholic beverage for you to enjoy, and you’ll be able to purchase extra treats to take home.

📍 The Big Carrot Rooftop
📅 Friday, July 17th
🕖 7:00–9:30 PM

Tickets $25, VegTO members save 15% with the discount code listed on your digital deals card. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vegtos-sunset-social-with-bad-attitude-bread-tickets-1993342660557?aff=oddtdtcreator

We can’t wait to share a beautiful summer evening with you! 🌇🌿

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

🎨🌱 Looking for something fun, creative, and a little different this summer?

Join us for Vegan Paint, Sip & Snack hosted by 5 Principles Cuisines on Saturday, August 1 at 2:00 PM!

Whether you’re an experienced artist or you’ve never picked up a paintbrush, this event is all about relaxing, connecting with great people, and enjoying delicious plant-based snacks in a welcoming atmosphere.

✨ Your ticket includes:
🎨 Guided painting session (all supplies provided)
🥗 Delicious vegan snacks
🍷 A fun, creative afternoon with an amazing community
💚 No painting experience necessary

Come solo, bring a friend, or make it a date—everyone is welcome!

📍108 Dundas St. West, Toronto

🎟️ Reserve your spot today: Link in bio or comment section⬇️

Space is limited, so don’t wait! We’d love to paint, snack, an
d create with you. 🌿🎨

06/03/2026

We’re just under two weeks away from our brunch. RSVP now, link is in below 👇

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988697078496?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/28/2026

Peace everyone ☺️



The wait is finally over! As spring that’s to bloom, we’re thrilled to invite you to our very first Pop-Up Vegan Brunch of the season, and trust us, it’s going to be an event you won’t want to miss!



📅 Date: May 3rd

⏰ Time: 11:30 AM - 2PM



Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. With over 25 delectable vegan items on our menu, we’re taking your brunch experience to a whole new level. From mouthwatering savory dishes to indulgent desserts, we’ve got it all, and it’s all cruelty-free! 😋



But that’s not all—brace yourself for a dash of excitement as we hold exclusive raffles throughout the event. Amazing prizes await you, and every brunch ticket purchase automatically enters you for a chance to win fantastic goodies. 🎟️🧧





Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just looking to explore plant-based cuisine, our Pop-Up Vegan Brunch is a welcoming haven for everyone. Join us on May 3rd and let’s celebrate vegan flavors together.



📍 108 Dundas St West
🗓️ May 3rd, 11:30AM - 2PM



Mark your calendar, spread the word, and bring your appetite! It’s going to be a day of culinary bliss, community, and pure plant-based delight.



Reserve your spot today by clicking the link in our bio ⤴️


Don’t let this unforgettable brunch experience slip through your fingers. We can’t wait to see you there!



With plant-based excitement,

Chef Lanre
5 Principles Cuisines
416 357 4345

04/21/2026

Welcome back to 5PC Vegan Bites 🌱🔥
In this episode, we head out to The Hearty Hooligan, a bold, vegan restaurant and bakery run by Mackenzie and Jesse.

Known for their unapologetically indulgent, comfort-style plant-based food, The Hearty Hooligan is making serious noise in the Hamilton food scene — and we had to pull up to see what the hype is about.

🍽️ What We Tried

🌯 Tofu Scramble Wrap — packed, hearty, and full of flavour
🥪 Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich — rich, satisfying, and a true comfort classic
🍓 Strawberry Milkshake — smooth, sweet, and the perfect finish

Throughout the episode, we sit down with Jesse to talk about their journey as entrepreneurs, building a standout vegan brand, and what it takes to serve food that converts even the biggest skeptics.

If you’re into bold vegan comfort food, real conversations, and discovering hidden gems across Ontario and beyond — this one’s for you.

Tap in and let us know in the comments which of the three menu items would you try first ?⬇️🌱✨

03/10/2026

Peace everyone ☺️



The wait is finally over! We’re thrilled to invite you to our Pop-Up Vegan Brunch, and trust us, it’s going to be an event you won’t want to miss!



📅 Date: March 15

⏰ Time: 11:30 AM - 2PM



Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. With over 25 delectable vegan items on our menu, we’re taking your brunch experience to a whole new level. From mouthwatering savory dishes to indulgent desserts, we’ve got it all, and it’s all cruelty-free! 😋



But that’s not all—brace yourself for a dash of excitement as we hold exclusive raffles throughout the event. Amazing prizes await you, and every brunch ticket purchase automatically enters you for a chance to win fantastic goodies. 🎟️🧧





📍 108 Dundas St West
🗓️ March 15, 11:30AM - 2PM



Mark your calendar, spread the word, and bring your appetite! It’s going to be a day of culinary bliss, community, and pure plant-based delight.



Reserve your spot today by clicking the link in our bio ⤴️


Don’t let this unforgettable brunch experience slip through your fingers. We can’t wait to see you there!



With plant-based excitement,

Chef Lanre
5 Principles Cuisines
416 357 4345

03/03/2026

Welcome back to 5PC Vegan Bites 🌱🔥

In this episode, we visit Gia, a plant-based Italian dining experience run by the same management as Stefano’s(see previous episode) but with a completely different vision, tone, and menu.

We head into the kitchen with Gia’s chefs to talk through the dishes and the philosophy behind the food while enjoying a beautifully executed six-course menu that showcases just how refined and comforting vegan Italian cuisine can be.

🍽️ Tonight’s Six-Course Menu

1️⃣ Freshly baked focaccia

2️⃣ Panko-crusted meatballs with spiced tomato sugo

3️⃣ Plant-based cashew brie with red pepper preserves & crostini

4️⃣ Baby gem salad with almond vinaigrette, crispy shallots, pangritata & pickled organic wild mushrooms

5️⃣ Rigatoni Bolognese with plant-based ragù & almond Parmesan

6️⃣ Eggs in Purgatory with spicy tomato sauce, Italian chilies, crispy chickpeas & vegan eggs

Throughout the episode, we explore how Gia stands on its own — distinct from Stefano’s — while still delivering depth, comfort, and creativity through plant-based cooking.

If you love chef-driven vegan food, Italian-inspired plates, and seeing what happens behind the scenes in the kitchen, this episode is for you.

Pull up a seat, press play, and eat with intention. 🌱✨

01/06/2026

12/23/2025

https://youtu.be/XeiLurj8Bc4?si=VvIi0rdHSd3XDrBO

Welcome back to 5PC Vegan Bites 🌱✨In this episode, we’re in Whitby at Portobello Road, a one-of-a-kind vegan supper club and mini grocery space run by husba...