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The St. Louis Center for Plant-Based Living at 131 W. Jefferson Ave., in Kirkwood is the first brick-and-mortar education center of its kind in the United States. Credit: Adam Rothbarth
Founder Caryn Dugan hopes to turn her Kirkwood brick-and-mortar into a nationally recognized mecca for plant-based learning. Credit: Adam Rothbarth
The space has about 30 seats, while cooking classes will have space for around eight people. Credit: Adam Rothbarth
Dugan worked on the concept for The St. Louis Center for Plant-Based Living’s space for two years. Credit: Adam Rothbarth
Dugan’s interest in the whole food, plant-based lifestyle was sparked after her father died of cancer. Dugan herself is a cancer survivor, which is one reason she has dedicated herself to educating others about the many benefits of a plant-based diet. Credit: Adam Rothbarth
The space has a fully functional kitchen, including an overhead camera for filming cooking demonstrations. Credit: Adam Rothbarth
Dugan has run her STL Veg Girl brand for more than a decade. In addition to The St. Louis Center for Plant-Based Living, her Italian salad dressing can be found at places like SymBowl. Credit: Adam Rothbarth
The center’s decor includes two paintings by local artist Laura Genovese. Credit: Adam Rothbarth

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