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Toronto Influencers You Need To Follow For Major Vegan Food Inspiration

These Toronto-based influencers transformed their lifestyle into eating vegan food and they share just how easy it can be.

By Janine Maral

By Janine MaralView Author PostsSep 11th 2018

Toronto’s vegan eating scene is flourishing now more than ever. With so many new restaurants opening in the city, it feels like there’s a new dish to try every weekend. But sometimes, our budget doesn’t allow us. So, why not challenge yourself and cook vegan dishes at home?

These Toronto-based influencers transformed their lifestyle into eating vegan food and they share just how easy it can be. Here is who you have to check out for inspiration and recipes on innovative vegan dishes.

Lauren Toyota – @hotforfood

Watch any of Lauren Toyota’s videos for easy vegan dishes. If you’re really committed, pick up her cookbook, Hot For Food Vegan Comfort Classics: 101 Recipes to Feed Your Face. You definitely won’t be wondering what to cook for dinner next.

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it’s the weekend! Make my better than takeout pad thai for your dinner and a movie night ? this photo is from @vegankitchenwizard who made it look super delish ? hotforfoodblog.com * * * #hotforfood #padthai #hotforfoodies #veganpadthai #noods #noodles #whatveganseat #vegansofig #vegansofinstagram #foodphotography #veganfood #veganrecipes #eats

A post shared by hot for food (@hotforfood) on Aug 10, 2018 at 12:38pm PDT

Lisa Le – @thevietvegan

Lisa’s vegan-themed videos will inspire you to try it out for yourself. She creates awesome vegan recipes while sharing bits and pieces of her life with her audience.

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You know when you're getting more "adult" when you look forward to an indulgent healthy brunch with another couple from out of town. I'd be lying if I didn't admit I love the suburban yuppie lifestyle I've started to fall into ? . . . #whatveganseat #thevietvegan #veganfoodspot #veganfoodshare #hello123forever @hello123forever #vegansoftoronto #fbcigers

A post shared by Lisa Le (@thevietvegan) on Jul 30, 2018 at 10:34am PDT

Maddie Lymburner – @maddielymburner

Maddie shares tons of vegan recipes from pulled BBQ jackfruit tacos to green pea hummus on her website, maddielymburner.com.

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A simple breakfast is the best breakfast ? 1/3 cup each oats, coconut shreds, and ooey gooey dates blended. Topped with raw pumpkin seeds, flax seed, a splash of fresh almond milk, and some fresh fruit ? with an herbal infusion of hibiscus flowers, nettle leaves, and red raspberry leaf on the side ?Takes about 5 minutes to throw together and is perfect for an on the go breakfast as well! Mother Earth provides us with the most beautiful, healing, and tasty food ? what's your favourite "quick/on the go" breakfast? ??

A post shared by MADDIE LYMBURNER (@maddielymburner) on Jul 12, 2018 at 11:03am PDT

Ally Kestane – @allythevegangirl

Scroll through Ally Kestane’s Instagram feed and your mouth will water. She shares her vegan eating journey while also being gluten-free, making it a bit more challenging but that much more unique.

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TONIGHTS DINNER ? Tonight I made tofu, and sautéed some carrots, bak Choi, peppers and zucchini. I also boiled some rice noodles and put it all in a bowl for a quick dinner ??I also topped it off with some soy sauce! Quick, simple and delicious ???

A post shared by Ally ? (@allythevegangirl) on Nov 17, 2017 at 3:48pm PST

Doug McNish – @dougmcnish

Chef Doug McNish is the head of Toronto’s first vegan diner, Mythology. He shares new menu updates, food inspiration, and more on his Instagram account. Check out his book Vegan Everyday: 500 Delicious Recipes for more recipe ideas.

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Brunch is on @Mythologydiner! ? ? ? ? ??????????? . . On weekends from 10-3 we feature 3 of my all-time favourite Brunch items including my signature Vegan Benedict, Cheesy Bacon and Egg Croissant and Stuffed Lemon Mascarpone and Blueberry French Toast! ? ? ?? ?? ??? . . Open straight through till 10pm tonight, and all long weekend for all your #veganized needs!???????????? . . ? @eatinworkout . . #veganized #brunch #brunchto #vegansofig #vegandale #queenwest #parkdale #whatveganseat #vegansofig #eatplants #eatbeansnotbeings #torontovegans #ethics #animalrights #veganism #plants #eatplants #eatmoreplants #ethicalveganism #dinemythology #dinerfood #theclassicsveganized #veganbrunch #veganeggs

A post shared by Doug McNish (@dougmcnish) on Aug 5, 2018 at 8:35am PDT

Kirstie – @decadent.vegan

Kirstie shares her vegan eats while being a student. View her Instagram feed for all the inspiration.

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Sorry not sorry, but my mac n cheese is the best (swipe for recipe)! Having some leftovers right now and the sauce is just as creamy as when I first made it. I get asked often how to store leftovers/reheat my sauce; to get my mac this creamy days after making it I always store my sauce separate from my pasta, with any type of sauce it will separate if you refrigerate it already combined w/ your pasta. So just add sauce to the portion of pasta you’re going to eat and save the rest separately. When you warm the leftover sauce, simply add some to a pan on low heat and thin it out with a splash of nondairy milk and whisk until you get your desired consistency! That’s all I did, threw some breadcrumbs on top also, so delicious! ?

A post shared by @ decadent.vegan on Aug 15, 2018 at 2:00pm PDT