Friendship on the Menu as Vegan Lunch Club Turns One by V For Life

Friendship on the Menu as Vegan Lunch Club Turns One

Monday 8 September, 12–2pm: Hendersons 7–13 Barclay Place, EH10 4JB

Future lunch club dates: 8 September, 13 October, 10 November, & 8 December.

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Hendersons, in collaboration with charity V for Life, is delighted to mark the one-year anniversary of its monthly lunch club for older vegans and vegetarians. Since its first gathering last September, the club has grown into an important social and dining fixture – a place where people can share great food, make friends, and feel part of a like-minded community.

Kim Stringer, V for Life’s Director (Scotland), explains: “We know that loneliness can often affect older adults, however events like this lunch club help foster meaningful connections over a shared passion for good, healthy food. It’s not just about the food – it’s about building a supportive community of like-minded people.”

The monthly meet-ups have created lasting friendships. Some members now arrange outings beyond the lunch club – including a sunny group visit to Ananda animal sanctuary. Lorraine and David, regular attendees, say: “It’s a lovely, friendly bunch of people who have the same ethos as us. We always look forward to going every month, enjoying a chat over lovely food. So glad that we joined this group.”

For others, it has been a welcoming way to settle into a new area. Wendy, who joined recently, notes: “Apart from the obvious – meeting new people when I’m new to the area – I’ve really enjoyed the food, and having shared interests makes conversation easy. Hendersons is a great venue to support too, and I look forward to our next meeting.”

Hendersons owner Barrie Henderson shares this enthusiasm:

“V for Life is a fantastic organisation and we are so happy to collaborate with them. The lunch clubs are a great way for people to meet up, make friends and build community – all things we are passionate about too.”

Event highlights include:

Delicious vegan food for just £12 – choose from freshly made soup and salad, hearty soup with an open sandwich, a sandwich and salad, or creamy vegan Mac ‘n’ Cheese.
Friendly company – meet fellow older vegans and vegetarians in a welcoming atmosphere.
Healthy eating – enjoy nutritious, wholesome dishes designed with wellbeing in mind.

Don’t miss our special anniversary lunch – a chance to connect, share stories, and celebrate plant-based living together.

Reservation details: Quote “lunch club 2025” when booking.