The 2026 Ventura Vegan Chef Challenge has officially concluded! Winners were chosen by Ventura residents who dined at participating restaurants during the January–February Challenge, submitting over 400 ratings and reviews. Diners included vegans, vegetarians, and meat-eaters alike, whose feedback helped honor some of the city’s most creative local chefs.
The challenge supports both diners seeking plant-based options and restaurants looking to expand their menus – a true win-win for the community. Former chef Alex Bury noted, “If a group of friends is planning a dinner out and one of them is vegan, the entire group may skip a restaurant without good vegan options.”
10 Weeks to Vegan: Feel Great About What’s on Your Plate!
The Vegan Chef Challenge encourages diners to explore the benefits of a plant-based diet through the free 10 Weeks to Vegan program. Participants receive guidance and resources to start a vegan lifestyle. Learn more at www.10weeks.org…