For Michelin&#x2d;starred chef J&#x2d;C Poirier, honesty is the best policy. Success comes from staying true to oneself and one’s roots, and the proof is in the pâté en croute at his Vancouver restaurant, St. Lawrence.

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Food is medicine. It all starts here. We create recipes with functional, whole organic ingredients that nourish your body and feed your soul. 

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Yield: one 9 - inch (23 Cm) pie, 8 portions

Yield: 4 portions 

Yield: 1 3/4 Cups (425 ml)  

6 to 8 portions 

Yield: 6 portions 

Vegan dining has grown rapidly, and plant&#x2d;based restaurants across Canada have been recognized for their delicious dining experiences. How many have you tried?

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In the fast-casual space, no one is doing plant-based fare like Veggie Grill, the health-conscious California operation turned West Coast treasure.

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