Where to Find Serious Soul Food in Portland and Beyond

"Few culinary traditions are so deeply connected to animal proteins as soul food is to pork, chicken, shrimp, and catfish. Some might ask: is vegan soul food even possible? Dirty Lettuce proves the doubters more than wrong, with a dazzling selection of seitan ribs and fried chicken, konjac root shrimp, and sides that highlight the rich vegetable-forward side of soul food, including collards, mashed potatoes, and cauliflower. Carnivores might not find the same exact mouthfeel, but the taste and care that chef Alkebulan Moroski puts into every creation will have many returning for seconds." - Ron Scott, Nathan Williams