Here are the facts as discrete as possible (reference links on the bottom): We believe our everyday food is inefficient. Energy production/cost efficiency ---e.g. less than 1% of the consumed energy in production of beef is actually produces the final product) ---This also applies to most most farm plant foods. Time consumption ---It takes more than a year for one cow to mature for consumption. Social norms should be reevaluated. -- Anything can be eaten as long as its benefit/harm is scient …

What do a neurosurgeon, a graduate student, and a garbage-man have in common? They all belong to We all have something in common. And there is one thing that always seems to bring us together... Food. Collectively we all make up an amazing group. Unlike other groups, neverEATsolo is NOT set up around one organizer. Curious? Getting involved is as easy as 1, 2, 3! 1. Host a dinner. Hosts don't pay fees! 2.We announce to bring people together. 3. Attend and expand your real social network. Lon …

Body Actualized is a Brooklyn based organization dedicated to raising human consciousness by supporting the creative artist within. It seeks to provide opportunities for healthy living choices, for artistic involvement, to provide education and guidance, and to create, nurture, and maintain a community of individuals committed to mindful living, creative exploration, and spiritual growth.

Come and learn to make tasty and healthy Japanese delicacies! You will learn how easy it is to create tasty Japanese food without going through complicated procedures. Certain key techniques will be demonstrated. In Japanese cuisine there is more emphasis on freshness and seasonality of the ingredients. The huge variety of seasonal foods results in an appreciation of when the different foods are in season and their suitability for providing satisfaction at the time of year when their quality is …

We are a group of moms interested in learning how to cook, learning how to cook better, or just in getting together with other moms who like to cook. Some of us are into gluten-free, low-sodium, low-carb, high-protein, all-natural, local, or organic foods while some of us are into buttery pastries or sweet treats - and some of us just love it all! We live in Northern New Jersey and meet once a month to eat, taste each other's cooking, share recipes, throw dinner parties, or try new restaurants a …

Healthy Central Brooklyn is a community wide-effort inviting neighborhood residents, schools, workplaces, healthcare providers and community organizations to come together to move forward policies, systems and environmental changes which support the health of our community. Healthy Central Brooklyn has the goal of helping the residents of Central Brooklyn live longer healthier lives.

Welcome to the Long Island Raw Vegan Food Meetup Group! Come to our potlucks and events to have fun, share raw food meals, and discuss raw diet benefits and health issues. ANYONE interested in the raw food diet and lifestyle is WELCOME! By joining our meetup group you are becoming a part of our vibrant, caring, and supportive community. We promote healthy raw food in its natural state, not processed or purified, and stay away from 'junk' foods loaded with trans fats, artificial chemicals, sugar …

This group was started to by residents of Prospect Lefferts Gardens and surrounding neighborhoods (Crown Heights, Flatbush, etc.) to start a food cooperative grocery store in our area. This group will work toward planning, assessment and implementation of a food buyers or store coop with a mission of offering healthy, sustainable and affordable foods to the community. ANYONE is welcome to join, even if you can't (or don't want to) be directly involved in the planning process as important updates …

Meet fellow Raw Foodists near you! . Anyone interested in the raw/live food diet and lifestyle is welcome! If you would like to host a Brooklyn Raw Food Meetup, e-mail the organizer with all the details and it will be added to the calendar! Please join the WINDRIFT Holistic Events Network NYC monthly newsletter mailing list: http://visitor.constantcontact.com/email.jsp?m=1102253868640&p=oi&id Contact member Dr. Natural for info about regular meetings and to ask any and all raw related que …

Ann Pale Kreyol is a group for Haitians and Haitian-Americans to connect with each other through participation in various cultural and volunteer events while learning, speaking and improving Kreyol language skills. We all commit to being respectful of other members and open and receptive to people at various levels of their Haitian cultural awareness and Kreyol speaking ability. My hope is that through participation in this group we help each other to honor the language and improve our Kreyol f …

This is the place to get and exchange all those great tips on green living, living healthy, living naturally, organic, and all other alternative/holistic lifestyles. If you want to learn more, or you've already got cool info to share, or just want to meet other environmentally-friendly, happy people, this is the place. From ideas for the home, to discussions on different eating lifestyles, to possibly setting up our own community garden and growing our own crops, this is your meetup group. Th …

This group has been created to bring people together that love to sing in both Japanese and English to do Karaoke around New York City.  Occasionally, we go to other music and cultural events, such as festivals, street fairs, concerts, etc. Since our members speak both Japanese and English, or are learning either Japanese or English, our meetups will be bilingual (unless otherwise posted.)  We frequently use our meetups as a means of language exchange. Anyone who joins to sing only in English w …

Enough of North Indian food already - you've got to learn make Goan food, and once you've eaten Goan food, all food with heavy cream and ghee will be a thing of the past. We could share and compare recipes or I can show you how to whip up a delicious tempting meal in 40 minutes. Goan food is aromatic and very inviting using many Indian spices and mainly tumeric, the new found organic antiseptic medicinal herb. Fish and coconut are the other two big ingredients in Goan cooking. I am hoping you gu …

From the professional to the home cook, this group caters to those who love to make and share authentic, home cooked meals. We gather regularly to cook for each other, share recipes and tips, and meet other good people. The group is a part of Feastly, an online marketplace that connects passionate cooks with hungry eaters to offer homemade meals prepared and served in a cook's home. We have a growing following of hundreds of cooks and thousands of eaters in D.C. and NY. Now, back to the meetup!  …

As a food producer we all face similar hurdles and challenges in trying to create a mission driven business that is sustainable and profitable. We want to build a community of artisanal food businesses to learn from each other, exchange tips and share resources. We don't each have to re-invent the wheel but instead use our collective knowledge, expertise and networks to grow our businesses. Our mission is to bring together NYC artisanal food producers to pave the way in re-designing the current …

I see so many great food-related festivals and events going on in NYC throughout the year, but I believe I probably miss out on even more that I never hear about! So I thought it would be fun to put together a group to keep each other informed of events and hang out at them. For example, I just realized that I missed the Lobster Rumble a few weeks ago, but will be 100% attending the upcoming Bacon Bash and Cheesemonger Invitational! (as of 6/23/12) Please feel free to schedule events, and/or sen …

I may just be the ideal person to represent the Italian culture because I am Italian-American raised in the smells and cultures of Italy in NYC and hope to bring my personal experiences to the group to keep it going strong. My parents are 100% Italian while I was born in NYC as a first generation Italian-American Paone. Growing up, I spend many Summers in Italy and recall them to be the best Summer's of my childhood. Spending the Summer months in Italy was a special time allowing me to expe …

This is a group for people that want to learn more about how to live a truly healthy lifestyle. We hold weekly workshops and Q&A sessions that touch upon a different subject every two weeks. Most of what we learn about health comes from a quick soundbite or is a message being put out by a large organization trying to sell their product or drug. At our Meetings we discuss the truth about health. We discuss, in depth, various topics ranging anywhere from Organic foods, Raw foods, Chiropractic care …

We are a group of Mother's who are interested in holistic health for ourselves and our families. We are an open minded group where each individuals choices are respected. Our goal is to mainly educate, and support mothers on their journey to Holistic Health. New, expectant and experienced parents are welcome to join to share ideas, support one another, learn and grow the holistic community in our neighborhood. We will focus on holistic health, wellness, fitness, parenting, diet and lifestyle. So …

This group is mainly for fierce women who know what they want in life and have set their mission to accomplish just that. These Divas are head strong, talented, creative, and financially educated. In this group we will focus on just that, becoming stronger and wiser with time. And because we are Divas and incredibly creative we will host fashion shows collaborating with our upcoming sponsors. If your a designer, makeup artist, photographer, blogger, personal stylist etc than join a group that is …

LIFE IS AN ECHO. What you send out – comes back. What you sow – you reap. What you give – you get. What you see in others – exists in you. Do not judge – so you will NOT be judged. Radiate and give LOVE – and Love comes back to you. ~ Zig Ziglar It's not happy people who are thankful, it is thankful people who are happy. ~ Unknown What is LIFE OUT LOUD? Our philosophy is simple ... be positive, inclusive, supportive and really enjoy the moments and memories we are building together. Life is too …

Konnichiwa! Douzo Yoroshiku Onegaishimasu! こんにちは！どうぞよろしくお願いします！ Pleased to meet you all! welcome to the Japan Cultural Appreciation group! Mission Statement The purpose of the Japan Cultural Appreciation Group (JCAG) is to promote both Japanese and English language as well as Japanese culture. This is accomplished by providing a service that helps people to learn either language who may otherwise have learning or financial difficulties doing so. In a friendly environment, people from all over t …

This Meetup is for people growing food in NYC who want to meet and learn from other NYC farmers. Throughout the city, people are growing food in community gardens, urban farms, back and front yards, window sills, rooftops, and every pocket of space we can find. Let's learn from one another and help to grow more food in NYC! Through this meetup group, you can: *Post your questions and comments on this group's Message Board (see menu to the left). *Attend a meetup! See below for upcoming Cit …

New York Italians is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting and celebrating the rich culture and heritage of Italy and its people through outstanding cultural events and culinary programs, language classes, educational lectures and charities. In establishing closer cultural relations between the United States and Italy, we pledge to create a stronger face-to-face community to preserve Italian heritage and strengthen the common thread between the Italian and Italian-American …

It’s time to eat all the ethnic cuisines that Queens has to offer. Members will eat in a family style setting most of the time and share the total food costs plus tax and tips. The only exception is that you pay for your own drinks and dessert. This group is for adventurous people. I can’t guarantee that the food is up to your liking. So eat at your own risks! :) This group may not be suitable for vegetarians. Rules: 1. If you RSVP "Going" but do not show up for three times, you will be remov …

Ever wanted to do something out of your comfort zone and didn’t want to wait for friends to make a decision to join up?  Awesome Things to do was formed for that reason in mind while saving some cash.  Organizers look at deals offered by discount websites and turn them into events so you don't have to go at it alone and oftentimes – it’s an even better deal when we have a group rate.  We're fun, well-organized, and aren't afraid to speak up to vendors who do not hold up to their end of the deal. …

Welcome to Women About!  We are a friendly, fun-loving lesbian community which organizes social, cultural, and outdoor activities for lesbians. We started out hiking, biking, skiing, canoeing & camping.  Now we also go to plays, restaurants, concerts, museums, shows, dances and jazz clubs. Every now and then we throw in an "I've always wanted to try that" or a "huh - I never knew that existed!" type of event as well. Everything is always capped off with great food, maybe a cocktail or two and en …

Visit Slow Money NYC Website for detailed info and programs. Slow Money NYC believes that "Everyone is an Investor in Food". Our vision: A new economy based on knowing where our food comes from and where our money goes. Our mission To build a diverse community focused on aligning our money and our values through investing in small, local, sustainable food businesses. To inspire and educate people about the connected nature of investing and food system change. To catalyze new and democratic op …