Melbourne is set to get a pumping plant-based party this March, where vegans can eat and drink everything on the menu and dance along with plants.

Called Welcome to the Jungle, the cruelty-free event will feature a truly decadent vegan menu, served from within a lush, overgrown setting.

“It’s not about deprivation, it’s about debauchery,” says Shannon Martinez from Smith & Daughters.

Joining Shannon in the kitchen will be a crop of top Melbourne chefs Jerry Mai, Matt Wilkinson, Charlie Carrington, Joseph Abboud, Tom Sarafian, and more.

And because it’s a party, they’ll be plenty of vegan booze, including tiki cocktails by The LuWow, and live music to bring out your inner party animal.

Welcome to the Jungle will be held on Friday, March 27 in Shed X at Queen Victoria Market. Entry is $25 and includes entertainment and live music, with all vegan food and drink offerings available for purchase. For more details or to book, head to melbournefoodandwine.com.au.