I stumbled upon an article on KQED's webpage about restaurateur Akindele Bankole, a vegan restaurant owner with a stunning list of accomplishments. I was fascinated by his story and purpose.
Akindele is a Jewish, German-born, Nigerian-American, a classical singer and composer, and has over two decades in the food industry. He is the primary owner of Veg On The Edge, Inc., a West African Inspired vegan, gluten-free, kosher and mostly-organic restaurant in downtown Santa Cruz, CA.
The Santa Cruz Sentinel was as impressed as we were. As was The Jewish News of Northern California. It isn't just his achievements that draw you in, it's his warmth, laugh, and generosity of spirit.
We sat down to chat in the courtyard outside his eatery in A Compassionate Edge. There is no doubt that this man is a genuine gift as you listen to his stories about his food-filled life and the love he has for his family and all mankind.
Akindele, we adore you!
Akindele, we adore you!
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