Twin Cities Vegan Chef Challenge

The Twin Cities Vegan Chef Challenge happens annually each August. The 2024 challenge is now done and the winners were announced at an Awards Ceremony at the Twin Cities Veg Fest!

The 2024 Winners

After a month of fierce competition and incredible plant-based cuisine, here are the official results of the 2024 Twin Cities Vegan Chef Challenge:

The Grand Prize winner, The Himalayan Restaurant, blew everyone away with their Vegan Jackfruit Tikka Masala.

Lulu EthioVegan took Second Place with their rich and flavorful Dinich Wot.

H.E.A.L. Mpls secured Third Place for their vibrant Kingdom Gyro Plate.

For a complete run-down of all the winners check out our blog on the event.

What is the Twin Cities Vegan Chef Challenge?

Each August, local restaurants showcase innovative and delicious vegan dishes for diners to sample and rate. Diners rate their meals and post about them on social media to enter gift card drawings.

Have questions? Contact us at [email protected].

The Grand Prize winner: The Himalayan Restaurant’s Jackfruit Tikka Masala

As soon as I took my first bite, I wanted to order a second round.

– Diner, 2024 Vegan Chef Challenge


About the Challenge

Each year, chefs and restaurants come together to create an extraordinary experience for all food enthusiasts. Throughout August, they craft 100% plant-based dishes for you to savor, purchase, post about, and rate online.

Visit Participating Restaurants

Each year you are able to embark on a culinary adventure by visiting the diverse range of participating restaurants. Throughout August, indulge in their specially crafted plant-based dishes. Explore new flavors and support local establishments.

Vote, Post, and Win Prizes

Your opinion matters! Each year, after relishing the challenge dishes, you are able to share your experience by voting and posting. When you vote, or tag us in your posts, you enter to win exciting prizes!

2024 Challenge dish: Fried Mondo Mac Sando from Herbie Butcher’s Fried Chicken.

Mind blowing. If all vegan food was like this, everyone would be vegan.

– Diner, 2024 Vegan Chef Challenge


Various Ways You Can Win

Each year, you have multiple opportunities to win prizes like gift cards and restaurant merch. To stay updated on the latest news, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok

Vote & Win

Rate restaurants to boost your chances. Weekly winner selected at the end of every week during August. Voting closes at the end of the day on Aug 31.

Post on Social Media

Tag @tcveganchefchallenge on Instagram, and @exploreveg on Facebook. Weekly winners selected from tagged posts! Make sure your post is public, too.

Cast the Most Votes

The person who rates the highest number of restaurants will receive a gift certificate as a special reward for their dedication.

Win a Social Media Challenge

Be the first account to tag us on Facebook (@exploreveg) or Instagram (@tcveganchefchallenge) for five unique meals: you’ll win a restaurant gift card. The top poster in August gets rewarded too!


Delicious! I tried it, even though I’m not vegan!

– Diner, 2024 Vegan Chef Challenge



One of the best dishes I’ve ever had in Minneapolis. I’m at a loss for words.

– Diner, 2024 Vegan Chef Challenge



I’m so glad I found this restaurant from the challenge. It’s definitely a new favorite!

– Diner, 2024 Vegan Chef Challenge


Twin Cities Vegan Chef Challenge in the News

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Twin Cities Vegan Chef Challenge on Popular Social Media

Make your own post about your dish and tag us for a chance to win in weekly drawings during August! On Instagram, tag the account @tcveganchefchallenge. On Facebook, tag @exploreveg.

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