If being vegan in Bolivia is a true challenge, in La Paz it’s the total opposite. The administrative capital seems to be home to a considerable community of vegans and vegetarians. Besides the existence of cute and trendy little cafes and restaurants focusing on plant-based food, the Bolivian city also has a remarquable range of local vegan cafeterias. Those canteens offer a three-course meals for a price hovering around 3…
When I first moved to Denver last fall, I’d heard of a brewery that invited all-vegan food trucks to be parked outside. As a vegan in a beer-loving town (and a beer-lover in a vegan-friendly town), I had to see what was up. My boyfriend and I knew we wanted to stop in and see if it lived up to the hype, so we made a couple of attempts. The…
Soya in Paris is not advertised with flashing lights or creatively crafted signs. This urban chic organic restaurant is located just steps away from the loud buzz of Place de la République, but its eaters have to step off the beaten path to find it. As I scrambled to find the restaurant on a summer night, suddenly the noise of the lively locals watching football in the square turned to…
London is truly a melting pot of tastes from all corners of the world. Every fleeting food interest that has crossed my mind while staying in the city has been quickly satisfied by a HappyCow search. Last time I passed through the city, my craving of the moment just happened to be vegan junk food. After consulting my maps, I was ecstatic but unsurprised to find that my longing would…
In Richmond, Virginia, settled within the rich array of trendy, new-wave eateries catering to the students of nearby Virginia Commonwealth University, you will find a game-changing restaurant for the plant-based soul food lover. As someone whose family was raised associating celebrations and barbecues with fried meats and greasy fare, every time I see a vegan soul food eatery, I see an opportunity to introduce them to a more positive way…
Whenever I’m traveling somewhere new, I always tend to prepare the same way. Check the weather (what should I pack?), find things to do (where should I go?), research how to get around (Uber or public transportation?), and most importantly I figure out what I am going to EAT! Trying new and local cuisine is always one of my favorite things to do after touching down in a new country.…
Are you into raw foods? I’m not talking about plain fruits and veggies, I’m referring to the real meals and creative ways that raw foods are being used to take vegan cuisine to another level! Raw foods typically include items that have not been cooked beyond 118 degrees Fahrenheit. It is believed that anything cooked above this temperature loses a lot of its nutritional value. After visiting the busy city…
Despite being known for not so healthy cuisine, including fried foods and meat-heavy dishes, Puerto Rico is home to a growing vegan-friendly, health-conscious food scene. Even in the most remote destinations we visited, we were able to enjoy some delicious vegan dishes, either ordered straight from the menu as offered, or modified by request to be vegan. Below are some tips about where to find vegan delights in three different…
I love Bali! Before visiting, I’d seen many pictures and heard a lot of stories, but there’s nothing quite like experiencing Bali for yourself. Bali has so much to offer, it’s difficult to choose where to begin explaining my love for the island. Our first stop was Seminyak, an area known for its liveliness, great shopping, parties, and amazing vegan food finds! What also makes it so great is that…
Walk down any road in France and your eyes will feast on an exciting array of pastries, tarts, cakes, and croissants of all shapes, colors, and sizes. The decadent scent of the French traditional pâtisseries can be heaven to the nose, but they can also be torture to minds of those who follow strict vegan diets. However, since Cloud Cakes was created in Paris, plant-based tourists can have their cake…
So you’re a vegan in Russia for the World Cup? Don’t worry! Russia is a great place to be a vegan! Veganism is gaining popularity and there are many vegan and vegetarian restaurants not only in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, but also in more distant cities, such as Volgograd. But, there is much more to vegan Russia than vegan restaurants. Let me share with you five tips to make your…
Getting away to the Away Resort in Chiang Mai was just what I needed! Tucked away down an alley, Away feels like you’re away, yet it is only a couple minutes walk from the famous Tha Pae Gate, a short distance to the Night Bazaar, and right nearby Tha Pae Road with some magnificent temples, shopping, restaurants, and cafes. It’s the best of all worlds in the magical city of Chiang Mai. The…
Amidst the wide and wonderful array of plant-based eateries in Berlin, Café Morgenrot stands out as a shining and stylish star. When I traveled to the city last Spring, lunch at this café was the last stop on my packed travel agenda. I arrived at their artistic, poster-filled, and graffiti-painted entryway on a weekday around noon. There was a pub-like feel to the restaurant both outside and in, but it…