UPDATE: Now there are 18 ways to satisfy your appetite! Fojol Bros. of Benethiopia and of Merlindia will also be dishing out delicious animal-friendly foods at the DC VegFest!

There's so much to love about the DC VegFest, from our speakers to the cooking demos to the kids activity area -- though we know that one of the most popular features at this annual event is the food! And the 2011 DC VegFest promises to deliver. With 17 different food vendors to choose from, be sure to bring your appetite -- and maybe some extra tupperware and a friend to carry stuff home with you.

For starters, why not split Bread & Brew's frisbee-sized plate of vegan nachos with a few friends? Then maybe mozy on over to Mojo Juice to quench your midday thirst. Maybe you're in the mood for a savory meal from the award-winning Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats or want to grab a made-to-order burrito from Burrito Bandits. From Indian to Ethiopian to Pan-Asian to Middle Eastern to Soul Food, there's something for everyone.

And don't forget to satisfy your sweet tooth -- stop by Bakeshop, Vegan Treats, Sweet & Natural and, of course, Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats to name a few of the places dishing out delicious sweet treats

But wait .. there's more! Be sure to save room for our free samples from Gardein, Field Roast, Earth Balance, and more.

With so much good food, you won't go home hungry! Mark your calendar now, and RSVP on Facebook to help spread the word.