ATHLEISURE MAG #82 OCT ISSUE | ATHLEISURE LIST Ras Plant-Based

We believe that we should have a plantbased diet at least 3 meals a week. Ras Plant Based has Ethiopian cuisine where people share a hands on experience that involves scooping up dollops of sauces or vegetables that are served on top of a spongy fermented flatbread called injera.

The Ras Vibe focuses on consistent great service, delicious foods, crafty beers and cocktails and a carefully curated playlist for their guests to enjoy. They want the dining experience to be memorable and they want their staff to have a warm environment to work in. Ras Plant Based is an organic plantbased, locally sourced, Kosher certified Ethiopian restaurant and a James Beard Semi Finalist for Best Chef in NY state.

The founders who are of Ethiopian descent wanted to stay true to their roots as they grew up Orthodox Christian and their parents fasted throughout the year cutting out meats and dairy products. When they opened in 2020, they were approached by a Rabbi who asked if they were interested in being kosher. They knew that this made sense and was a great way to ensure that more guests could enjoy their food.

For lunch, we suggest their bowls - the Bole Bowl is a favorite as it's spicy and flavorful. The Sambusas are another great option. For brunch, French Toast, Ras Breakfast and a Lentil Burger is at the top of our list as well. For those that are veg-an, their Ethiopian fusion options can be found in their "Kinda Not" section.

For dinner, we suggest that you have the Mercato, Mushroom Tibs and Ras Kitfo.

When it comes to cocktails, you should order Wet Ass Passionfruit, Fig Fig Bang Bang and Take it Easy. For mocktails, there are options but we hear that Days in the East is what you should get.

To complete your meal, 3 raw desserts that are on our mind are: Tiramisu, Coconut Leche and Pumpkin Pie.

RAS PLANT BASED 739 Franklin Ave Brooklyn, NY 11238

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