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Vegan East Podcast
The ins, outs, ups and downs of owning a food business.
Podcasting since 2025 • 10 episodes
Vegan East Podcast
Latest Episodes
Why we closed our Lyndale Avenue location
In this episode of the Vegan East podcast, Reid Nelson discusses the complex decision to close the Lyndale Avenue South location after six years. He reflects on the various factors that contributed to this decision, including operational challe...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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Vegan East Founder, Sheila Nelson - Part 2
In this conversation, Sheila Nelson discusses the complexities of running a business with her spouse, the importance of communication, and the challenges faced in the restaurant industry. She shares insights on team development, the significanc...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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Vegan East Founder, Sheila Nelson - Part 1
In this episode of the Vegan East Podcast, Sheila Nelson shares her journey of founding Vegan East, discussing the evolution from a fun baking hobby to a full-fledged business. She reflects on the challenges of running a bakery, the importance ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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Opening Guide Part 2: Sourcing
In this episode, Reid Nelson discusses the critical steps in preparing to open a vegan restaurant, focusing on the importance of menu planning and sourcing ingredients. He emphasizes the need for thorough research and supplier relationships to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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Our Biggest Mistakes, Veg Fest 2018
In this conversation, Reid Nelson reflects on his experiences at VegFest, particularly focusing on the 2018 event, which turned out to be a significant learning experience for Vegan East. He discusses the preparation leading up to the event, th...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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