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South Florida celebrity chef launches vegan menu with free tasting event

PEMBROKE PARK, Fla. – Celebrity chef Teach, known for his Miami-famous eatery House of Mac, is embracing “Veganuary” by introducing a new plant-based menu.

The South Florida chef, whose legal name is Derrick Turton, is a former music manager for Pitbull and is set to host a free tasting event at his restaurant on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

“I wanted to promote a healthier lifestyle while also creating a space where vegans and non-vegans can share a flavorful dining experience,” Turton said.

The new menu features creative vegan twists on comfort foods, including buffalo chicken mac and cheese and jerk chicken pasta, all made with chickpea-based proteins from a local Black-owned business.

Influencer and vegan educator Aisha, who inspired the menu, says it’s about more than just food.

“Eating plant-based helps the planet and saves animals while proving that vegan dishes can be flavorful and satisfying,” she said.

The tasting event will highlight how plant-based eating can appeal to everyone, whether for health, environmental, or ethical reasons.

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