South Florida Vegan Scene is Heating Up! 🔥🌱

There’s no slowing down for SOFLO! From long-awaited returns to exciting new launches, the plant-based movement is thriving across South Florida. In this week’s update, we’re spotlighting local favorites making big moves—from Fancy I Naturals’ comeback at Yellow Green Farmers Market to The V.gan Corner’s summer debut in Wynwood. Plus, we’ve got a delicious Cuban collab from Planta and Vegan Cuban Cuisine, and the grand reopening of Love Life Café!

Check out the latest Vegan news and let us know: Should we host a Vegans Explore meetup to celebrate these wins together? ✨

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Explore the Block

Explore the Block with Badass Vegan John Lewis

📆 Friday, July 4, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Location: Uncommon Path Brewing, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vegan Vibess

Vegan Block Party

📆 Saturday, July 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Esplanade Park, Fort Lauderdale, FL

🌍 Vegan News and Headlines

Fancy I Naturals Returns to Yellow Green Farmers Market After 5+ Years

After more than five years, Fancy I Naturals is back at Yellow Green Farmers Market in Hollywood, FL! 🌱 Known for their flavorful Moxtail (Vegan oxtail), plant-based pizza, and refreshing smoothies, they’re serving up delicious eats with heart. You’ll also find fellow Vegan favorites like El Nopalito Vegan Taqueria and Di Vegan Yaad, holding it down every weekend. Should Vegans Explore host an event to celebrate these amazing vendors? Let us know—we’d love to uplift this community together!

The V.gan Corner Brings Plant-Based Marketplace to Wynwood

The V.gan Corner is set to open this summer in Wynwood at 51 NW 28th Street, offering a plant-based market with vegan groceries, grab‑and‑go snacks, and pantry items. Founders are hiring now and planning launch events—follow them for updates on dates and job opportunities. 

Vegan Cuban Cuisine & Planta Partner to Launch Plant-Based Cuban Sandwich

Vegan Cuban Cuisine and Planta have teamed up to launch a fully Vegan Cuban sandwich featuring jackfruit lechón, Vegan ham, and dairy-free cheese on classic Cuban bread. Available through June at Planta’s Florida locations, the collaboration blends cultural authenticity with plant-based innovation.

Love Life Café is Now Open & Delivering! 🌱

The wait is over—Love Life Café is officially open at 2616 NW 5th Ave in Wynwood! Vegans Explore is thrilled to welcome back this beloved community favorite. Stop by in person or order your favorites now on Uber Eats and DoorDash. Come celebrate the return of a true Miami Vegan gem!

🏃‍♂️ Explore the Block x Badass Vegan Run Club – July 4

Mark your calendars! Join us from 6:30–9:30 PM at Uncommon Path Brewing for a Run Club led by John Lewis, the Badass Vegan. Stick around after the run for free samples, local vendors, and great vibes. Bonus perks if you bring your ticket from Vegan Block Party.

🎤 Co-Hosting the Main Stage – July 5

We’re proud to co-host the main stage at Esplanade Park with John Lewis at Vegan Block Party, July 5, 3–9 PM. This isn’t just an event—it’s the movement in motion.

📍 Find the Best Vegan Restaurants

Looking for your next favorite Vegan spot? Check out our growing Vegans Explore Directory for the top-rated spots in South and Central Florida—with new cities launching soon.

Be Part of the Movement with Vegans Explore

For the Community. For the Planet. For the Future. 🌱✨

Whether you’re curious about plant-based living, already deep into your Vegan journey, or simply looking to support a more compassionate lifestyle—Vegans Explore is for you.

We’re a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and communities by offering powerful resources, immersive events, and uplifting connections. From delicious food festivals to intimate community circles, everything we do is rooted in the belief that a kinder, healthier, more sustainable world is possible—and together, we can create it.

🌍 Every Ticket, Membership & Donation Gives Back

As part of our mission, we donate 10% of the proceeds from everything we raise each month to select nonprofit organizations that align with our values: animal welfare, environmental justice, and community empowerment. This is a combination of donations and in-kind services to support promotion and fundraising. 

So when you attend an event, secure your Passport, or simply spread the word—you’re directly supporting the movement.

Ways to Get Involved:

🍽️ Join Our Events:

Enjoy plant-based food, music, wellness, and community at pop-ups, festivals, meetups, and more.

🌱 Join our Passport Program:

Get access to exclusive perks, community resources, behind-the-scenes updates, and opportunities to give back.

🛍️ Support Local Vegan Businesses:

We spotlight small businesses creating amazing food, fashion, wellness products, and more. Shopping with them supports the ecosystem we’re building together.