Welcome to Vegans Explore
Vegans Explore is your ultimate guide to plant-based living! 🌱 Discover the best Vegan restaurants, events, and resources, plus connect with a thriving community passionate about making a difference. Whether you’re Vegan or Vegan-curious, join us and start exploring today!
Featured Vegan Events
Explore more events in South Florida and Central Florida, with more locations on the way.
Sunday, June 1, 2025
4 PM - 5 PM
Tune in to Vegans Explore LIVE—our monthly livestream with guest interviews, giveaways, and community updates. Streaming the first Sunday of every month!
Saturday, July 5, 2025
3 PM - 9 PM
South Florida’s biggest Vegan celebration returns! Join us for food, music, vendors, and community at Vegan Block Party—where plant-based meets party vibes!
Vegans Explore Directory
Discover 100% Vegan restaurants, conscious businesses & changemakers in the Vegans Explore Directory—your guide to plant-based living, locally and globally.
Explore Our Regions
Discover local businesses, events, and resources celebrating the Vegan communities in locations worldwide.
Explore South Florida
Vegans Explore started as the SoFlo Vegans Community back in 2017. It’s also the home of Vegan Block Party and the first official United States location of Planta Restaurants.
Explore Central Florida
At Vegans Explore, we believe in the power of community to drive lasting change. That’s why we’re bringing our mission to Orlando, Tampa, St. Pete, and all the vibrant cities of Central Florida.
News and Content
Discover the latest topics covering a variety of Vegan subjects and event recaps.
Vegans Explore Newsletter | May 26, 2025
The Vegan movement is alive and evolving—and every week, we’re seeing new milestones, fresh collaborations, and moments that remind us why we do this work. Here’s a quick look at what’s happening in and around our Vegans Explore community—and how you can be part of...
Magic of Mushrooms: An Exotic Tasting Experience
✨ On May 16th, we stepped into a world where gourmet met the wild—Magic of Mushrooms: An Exotic Tasting Experience. 🍄💫 From truffle consommé to crispy maitake, every dish told a story. But the real magic? The people. The laughter. The connections. The joy of sharing...
Vegans Explore Newsletter | May 16, 2025
It’s Sean here! 🌱 In this week’s newsletter, we’re celebrating our Vegans Explore Directory launch, previewing May 25’s South Miami meetup, and inviting you to join our Passport Program + Partner perks. Let’s grow this movement—locally and globally—together. 💚🌱 Top...
Support the Movement. 🌱
💚 Your support fuels real impact. Every donation helps us expand, reach more people, and uplift the Vegan community.
Q3 Fundraising Goal: $25,000 by September 30th
Vegans Explore Network
Listen to episodes of the Pre-Vegans Podcast.
The Difference Between Plant-based and Vegan | E13 | Pre-Vegans Podcast
Episode Description: In Episode 0013 of the Pre-Vegans Podcast, host Sean A. Russell tackles a topic that often confuses newcomers—the difference between being Vegan and following a plant-based diet. Many use the terms interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings...
The Gut Microbiome and Plant-based Nutrition | E12 | Pre-Vegans Podcast
Episode Description: 🌱 Your gut is home to trillions of tiny microbes—what you eat determines their strength, diversity, and impact on your health. In this debut episode of the Pre-Vegans Podcast, host Sean A. Russell explores the powerful connection between gut...
Unlocking Restful Sleep | E11 | Pre-Vegans Podcast
Episode Description: Struggling with sleepless nights? The latest episode of the Pre-Vegans Podcast dives into the power of restful sleep and how it plays a crucial role in overall health—especially for those transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle. Host Sean A....
🌱 Join the Passport Program — Make a Difference in the Vegan Community 🌱
Ready to amplify your impact? The Vegans Explore Passport Program connects changemakers with exclusive perks, events, and a vibrant online community. Choose a membership that works for you and help us raise $25K by June 30 to uplift Vegan voices and inspire global change.
Vegans Explore Collaborators
Businesses and brands that support the Vegans Explore mission.
