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March 6, 2023

How Portland’s Vegan Scene Seduced One Comedian

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How Portland’s Vegan Scene Seduced One Comedian

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Local comedian Ndem Nkem moved to town three years ago to escape Fresno, Calif. One big reason? Our fantastic vegan food scene. It also didn’t hurt that our comedy scene is on an upward trajectory. Today we’re talking with this rising comedy star about improv and eating plant-based in our city. 

Catch Ndem live at Secret Aardvark at Kickstand Comedy and Talk of the Town at Curious Comedy


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Vegan (and vegan option) restaurants discussed in today’s episode:

Sweet Hereafter 

Bye and Bye 

Boxcar Pizza 

Rollin Fresh 

Nicholas 

Paradox Cafe 

Dirty Lettuce 

Doe Donuts 


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