Families are definitely feeling the pinch as prices of grocery products are up by 7.9 percent as of February 2022 and the economy is still recovering from the pandemic.
In the first week of February, Mayor Eric Adams, who is also into plant-based diets, launched Vegan Fridays at all New York City public schools. Among the dishes to be served are vegan veggie tacos with tortilla, salsa, broccoli, carrots, and lemon.