tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11448343610964308622024-03-18T14:52:05.143-07:00Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!Vegan Metro Vancouver Food and Restaurant ReviewsYes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.comBlogger724125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-54271715655973953192024-03-14T06:34:00.000-07:002024-03-14T06:34:10.384-07:00Ba Le Bahn Mi - Vegan Options<p>When the craving for bahn mi hits, it must be satisfied! We saw that Ba Le was advertising "limited availability" for vegetarian bahn mi, so we knew we had to get ourselves there and soon!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOFrKyWfHOAuRZMa1A55jkx8zHDPwUW9JjT2sWjK9M7kZ9Yl68y8JmvnsqxWdUBwaoFFlF7xNw09B3RinheO8DGfZ6hXBbCowFe1yWNlVBEWH-pwQrvx2j_JV6ORLmHjTxCKkiZPFOsX9_IEWberdRjqGPPF1REmUQOm3NOvKGROTAZJo1-Vfu4toSzB1R/s3533/20240302_110015.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2602" data-original-width="3533" height="472" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOFrKyWfHOAuRZMa1A55jkx8zHDPwUW9JjT2sWjK9M7kZ9Yl68y8JmvnsqxWdUBwaoFFlF7xNw09B3RinheO8DGfZ6hXBbCowFe1yWNlVBEWH-pwQrvx2j_JV6ORLmHjTxCKkiZPFOsX9_IEWberdRjqGPPF1REmUQOm3NOvKGROTAZJo1-Vfu4toSzB1R/w640-h472/20240302_110015.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We decided to make our way to the Broadway and Fraser Street location as it is an easy transit voyage for us (one skytrain and one bus) and it seems that not every location has all the menu items. This location may be the only one with vermicelli bowls.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEislrLIWocOIJaSN3jGKWV7dBZOIJoKh6V1UThPnfHeDbOhpSbg1U9wLBHNdhH2aNXeVsoKaYbKTKpZDZM1ZM6CAoV-vvcDTYCrCiUIClGgvZGoUfyhr-wo2ps8WzWzb_szWk75f-vt8B9Kz3rVJYRpB7VM_hkvnnKHkMTBOZRRpgQpNwQZnIXoE0UjC8c7/s4000/20240302_112057.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEislrLIWocOIJaSN3jGKWV7dBZOIJoKh6V1UThPnfHeDbOhpSbg1U9wLBHNdhH2aNXeVsoKaYbKTKpZDZM1ZM6CAoV-vvcDTYCrCiUIClGgvZGoUfyhr-wo2ps8WzWzb_szWk75f-vt8B9Kz3rVJYRpB7VM_hkvnnKHkMTBOZRRpgQpNwQZnIXoE0UjC8c7/w640-h480/20240302_112057.jpg" title="vegan Vermicelli Bowl with Tofu and Spring Rolls" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started with the Vermicelli Bowl with Tofu and Spring Rolls. As usual, there is confusion as to what vegan and vegetarian mean but we were assured that this was prepared plant-based even with vegan fish sauce. The generous serving of tofu was hot and crispy and hit the spot. The bowl was full of veggies and lots of noodles. Topped with a fish sauce and vinegar dip, this was a hit with us.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiASiaWmNS9Yv8OYwW2qc3wNyY2NQYRIwQ2gdtqAlcaJxneyk2bF2ZerPEjab7E4_EC2a6e57FpcsV6FkUjEwjQExzgXc7w_Ub8h1k2xG9ES4_BRlJEpaDKpYL2_hA-IIXhWA2eRWInSydUSPtfM_nHDBml4U0_BgwZuP2Sh6qH8sVqzbVhgZ7mciEtqLMY/s4000/20240302_112253.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiASiaWmNS9Yv8OYwW2qc3wNyY2NQYRIwQ2gdtqAlcaJxneyk2bF2ZerPEjab7E4_EC2a6e57FpcsV6FkUjEwjQExzgXc7w_Ub8h1k2xG9ES4_BRlJEpaDKpYL2_hA-IIXhWA2eRWInSydUSPtfM_nHDBml4U0_BgwZuP2Sh6qH8sVqzbVhgZ7mciEtqLMY/w640-h480/20240302_112253.jpg" title="vegan Spicy Chicken Bahn Mi" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We also ordered 2 sandwiches but ended up with at least a half left over and to go. My advice is to eat these sandwiches as soon as they are prepared as the baguettes soften if they are riding around with you. And the baguette is definitely one of the highlights of a bahn mi! These were definitely of choice quality, being crispy on the outside and pillowy soft on the inside. The spicy chicken actually packed a bit of a spicy kick (not enough to be leery of) and the crispy veggies made this a fresh yet substantial sandwich.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAqW7ZFLZETYabWsAxJEoGk0NeuoeSXCfEXhpi-n_K2E3kkwNIAUmJtgy1SPdTpEp-ucb9ynZOoP1rlhQWTqK3So4ml8qriUmZkUWNLlSRu8CIPfIw95atvCNY-Rng_5957t655lMyfbMMcg7zRdk__55y29RgfUxUWlmu8JDvjdQ5bdohz9_VQiZUt5_O/s4000/20240302_112427.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAqW7ZFLZETYabWsAxJEoGk0NeuoeSXCfEXhpi-n_K2E3kkwNIAUmJtgy1SPdTpEp-ucb9ynZOoP1rlhQWTqK3So4ml8qriUmZkUWNLlSRu8CIPfIw95atvCNY-Rng_5957t655lMyfbMMcg7zRdk__55y29RgfUxUWlmu8JDvjdQ5bdohz9_VQiZUt5_O/w640-h480/20240302_112427.jpg" title="Vegan Steak Bahn Mi" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Vegan Steak Bahn Mi was more of the same. The faux meat was even fairly beefy. There was also a vegan Bologna available in a sandwich but I was never a Bologna fan even as a carnivore.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZAb7BClzPc54073sCqxrYBhRgI5fgrY2oQO9usmeQtvtD6HTRwsveQA0sJp4owNVs6ap3W5-3xTyw90_z6Pazi-v62ykZ4rFkr2ESdbDfhoGtY6MfDg7kD4uDc0xsgedLh0tHGpbisRkEneuwxisAutkyB1agm8pnUG9Tg6GWT9sFTHG76DNpNi11zL8B/s3965/20240302_112918.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2974" data-original-width="3965" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZAb7BClzPc54073sCqxrYBhRgI5fgrY2oQO9usmeQtvtD6HTRwsveQA0sJp4owNVs6ap3W5-3xTyw90_z6Pazi-v62ykZ4rFkr2ESdbDfhoGtY6MfDg7kD4uDc0xsgedLh0tHGpbisRkEneuwxisAutkyB1agm8pnUG9Tg6GWT9sFTHG76DNpNi11zL8B/w640-h480/20240302_112918.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are a few tables and some window seating but a lot of people phone in for take-out. The staff were friendly and helped us make sure our order ended up being plant-based. It is worth verifying that as again...seems to be some confusion and the online menu refers to these sandwiches as "vegetarian". </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> <span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-82301809459600636932024-03-10T08:52:00.000-07:002024-03-10T08:52:18.079-07:00Bar Burrito - Vegan Options<p>I know I know: what's with more fast food? The fact is many fast food chains offer nothing plant-based and sometimes, you just need a quick bite and a protein bar won't do. Bar Burrito solves the problem.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVlt34XkSYXK4k9O8tYJQiagvhc4X77XQAj86upmnNpYmN5wwvrPfXN37uWbD3pd_Hc_a5IAfhfukoNzqhmGZphgvbuBVgFVgd-RwBtV_0LzHxkTXG82Cq5PS2tH9pN_3GcM4hqgqjhQnhSSTYDnPdNC56FCtLgaoo9WdElAhEv2nXee7oyzbDQ4WZ_BcP/s3610/20240224_125752.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2614" data-original-width="3610" height="464" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVlt34XkSYXK4k9O8tYJQiagvhc4X77XQAj86upmnNpYmN5wwvrPfXN37uWbD3pd_Hc_a5IAfhfukoNzqhmGZphgvbuBVgFVgd-RwBtV_0LzHxkTXG82Cq5PS2tH9pN_3GcM4hqgqjhQnhSSTYDnPdNC56FCtLgaoo9WdElAhEv2nXee7oyzbDQ4WZ_BcP/w640-h464/20240224_125752.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are quite a few BBs around but we tried this is a new one at Mt Lehman Crossing in Abbotsford which is essentially a fast food nest. This strip mall tells me that we may not be cooking much at home any more as a society and we are probably getting fatter by the day. but at least Bar Burrito and Pita Pit of the many chains represented here, can offer something plant-based.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2_tq98Og77eAiaV_qFJycLFHd4t2Qc4n1yp5n2EYXpB_fOXqxjeNhAX7XIp_zwRe8dfFzIEsqVGkIk734PaWqi84Yr_IC04RnmDkXNMbxTnES4Cc9TcCOeU2lj8dMx4FDCFIe3Sq3ioovJBu19xBDovdrTvIkwXMXuo74xUZ6Dtejd8GPUX4Ql6Itpa6r/s3866/20240224_131454.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2899" data-original-width="3866" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2_tq98Og77eAiaV_qFJycLFHd4t2Qc4n1yp5n2EYXpB_fOXqxjeNhAX7XIp_zwRe8dfFzIEsqVGkIk734PaWqi84Yr_IC04RnmDkXNMbxTnES4Cc9TcCOeU2lj8dMx4FDCFIe3Sq3ioovJBu19xBDovdrTvIkwXMXuo74xUZ6Dtejd8GPUX4Ql6Itpa6r/w640-h480/20240224_131454.jpg" title="vegan Veggie Ground Tacos" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They have 3 non-animal proteins that can be used interchangeably and we chose to order 3 tacos with their Veggie Ground. You order and modify your items just like you would at subway. Choose your protein, vegetables, toppings and sauces. We actually ordered the tacos last and I was trying to work my way through the sauces (an allergy chart on their website tells you what items are plant based) and might have ended up with a spicy barbeque sauce here which is just a weird direction to go. They still ended up tasty with some heat, crunchy veggies and not terrible tortillas.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR7XMUo0yNgbYftwAXPD0wBYyatGGHG9C7ufAb5SYaR_M6OipWrf1ndTIp48dLwkmzs2zs-zmviA8-VfdJR3pAo7cX5twVg5tNw_QHhuzZVJn8brQSlnfGYmB5bZSsQRPYnCbbsiPEVyrrgY1pQ0ozBy_apqNjMGBkYoZ8tD3PJ7eFS2QFdHHvRLgDyqV1/s4000/20240224_131425.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR7XMUo0yNgbYftwAXPD0wBYyatGGHG9C7ufAb5SYaR_M6OipWrf1ndTIp48dLwkmzs2zs-zmviA8-VfdJR3pAo7cX5twVg5tNw_QHhuzZVJn8brQSlnfGYmB5bZSsQRPYnCbbsiPEVyrrgY1pQ0ozBy_apqNjMGBkYoZ8tD3PJ7eFS2QFdHHvRLgDyqV1/w640-h480/20240224_131425.jpg" title="vegan Falafel Bowl" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The second protein is falafel and I am going to give them credit for serving a decent amount of good falafel on this bowl. Badly done falafel can be dry but this was not the case here. On a bed of brown rice and lots of miscellaneous veggies, this was a decent plant-based meal.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtwnjitXI09_F2xd7GCmjwSKjpt_r2IACzdokmyiJJaIfU9LWoHPuMNUejCSSfwAhow5gY3QwY6Fi8sTkreA-EjxhPfxgd5jmUFsTmjBqYkSLtz4wcEaREWC9vKRxk_h7f_tE09GT72xlhCeowdMei0gLReNBHgosqvfu1cGPFMIHuu8mwqGqgqNJukCys/s4000/20240224_131725.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtwnjitXI09_F2xd7GCmjwSKjpt_r2IACzdokmyiJJaIfU9LWoHPuMNUejCSSfwAhow5gY3QwY6Fi8sTkreA-EjxhPfxgd5jmUFsTmjBqYkSLtz4wcEaREWC9vKRxk_h7f_tE09GT72xlhCeowdMei0gLReNBHgosqvfu1cGPFMIHuu8mwqGqgqNJukCys/w640-h480/20240224_131725.jpg" title="vegan Bean Burrito" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Finally, we ordered BBs namesake with their third protein source black and pinto beans. Nothing surprising here, brown rice, lots of veggies and beans and some other more appropriate sauce than I chose for the tacos (they have a couple of spicy sauces that are plant based). Just a decently substantial burrito but still healthy and very tasty.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijilM-dO_qcwOch9N-0syZDXZvzGykAqdKfG6T7QdWopq0banQLz6jjRBuRvV-hkvxydmz502QsEboFvjv3BXSwhyFp0In66FLhLaaWxaG23vIhO6HGnZlfSS8SbIUbPsFdFb4EVFIcIgoyTvsaK3Dc4_IXDkULDx5LRwjt0WHOcNNHLHIcSnUjsrwSvp8/s4000/20240224_132836.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijilM-dO_qcwOch9N-0syZDXZvzGykAqdKfG6T7QdWopq0banQLz6jjRBuRvV-hkvxydmz502QsEboFvjv3BXSwhyFp0In66FLhLaaWxaG23vIhO6HGnZlfSS8SbIUbPsFdFb4EVFIcIgoyTvsaK3Dc4_IXDkULDx5LRwjt0WHOcNNHLHIcSnUjsrwSvp8/w640-h480/20240224_132836.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So Bar Burrito is just a regular fast food place with some room to sit down and eat and really helpful staff (I think that they learned a bit about plant-based eating). You have to be aware of which sauces have dairy products and such but you can eat well here without having to go to McDonalds or Popeyes. BTW, if you are still eating animal products, you should watch Pigignorant which is now available on Amazon Prime. You need to know how your bacon gets to your plate.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 3 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-34246156349165741002024-03-06T06:49:00.000-08:002024-03-06T06:49:31.676-08:00Perverted Ice Cream - Vegan Options<p>We've been to Perverted Ice Cream before but it was in my pre-vegan life and I was not even aware that the soft-serve here is actually plant-based!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtN3_xUX1qm763hBLVtJVKrrW7nkVEqesFM4hmeYNPuaSXVv6fLdp5RicHUtpg2rIgSeM1qxQ5_sGU5KUcIoRd9xkgSJzYGeX6ZK-5kaQoCg6YXJ3Un2wyXBWx9BlbGHSdXef6C6DV_QXpPU9mWPuCYwbeUudh8azptfvYUldOsFNU3-MwPzC33bo8LJ7F/s2961/20240219_072820.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2276" data-original-width="2961" height="492" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtN3_xUX1qm763hBLVtJVKrrW7nkVEqesFM4hmeYNPuaSXVv6fLdp5RicHUtpg2rIgSeM1qxQ5_sGU5KUcIoRd9xkgSJzYGeX6ZK-5kaQoCg6YXJ3Un2wyXBWx9BlbGHSdXef6C6DV_QXpPU9mWPuCYwbeUudh8azptfvYUldOsFNU3-MwPzC33bo8LJ7F/w640-h492/20240219_072820.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located on Thurlow just north of Robson, you will be welcomed by a happy looking snowman giving you the finger. The level of perversion at PIC is low and kind of fun. Inside the small store, it feels a little like you're in a porn store (so I've heard) and all the menu items have slightly suggestive names. I'm sure you can have plain vanilla but why would you?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJR-fvV_7wOZ6bqtaHU902FtAUwGKbN2TNe57C6vnUMktQocZfemGNmwLJv5SjTikQKeZqVrd0W-YVdT9JRn4AnVL7N1v0f225RwdbNqbEiICKcCdglLi3aw6OtcPFVWG1cuE2JhrKXxrcsYmjT1U-nB3JYWTeAjiVczBVhpMaQpw-4iyHm3DfKBpep-Ex/s3584/20240218_131739.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2864" data-original-width="3584" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJR-fvV_7wOZ6bqtaHU902FtAUwGKbN2TNe57C6vnUMktQocZfemGNmwLJv5SjTikQKeZqVrd0W-YVdT9JRn4AnVL7N1v0f225RwdbNqbEiICKcCdglLi3aw6OtcPFVWG1cuE2JhrKXxrcsYmjT1U-nB3JYWTeAjiVczBVhpMaQpw-4iyHm3DfKBpep-Ex/w640-h512/20240218_131739.jpg" title="vegan Ice Cream Cone" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We ordered a couple of cones starting with the Bombshell. I asked for twist soft serve but this comes with a lot of genuinely sour cherry flavours and something called barbed wire crumble.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTiD9v__S55pg1jQgh4eeYeY9798Xfc80Uw_L28p76YaDwxf7VGoZSCPTbeovYZJw89Q3A53khvJC5hdYvh_J_8coGGX5GQzUJfDgTrFbKJ0B2pUx6UP8w_TUAEZzsK6X-oQqbbh9dZjhPt-AFM2ANbdH5Pec8pqDOXQsOVavbXwMoTHriCliJZefOflRq/s3056/20240218_131756.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2292" data-original-width="3056" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTiD9v__S55pg1jQgh4eeYeY9798Xfc80Uw_L28p76YaDwxf7VGoZSCPTbeovYZJw89Q3A53khvJC5hdYvh_J_8coGGX5GQzUJfDgTrFbKJ0B2pUx6UP8w_TUAEZzsK6X-oQqbbh9dZjhPt-AFM2ANbdH5Pec8pqDOXQsOVavbXwMoTHriCliJZefOflRq/w640-h480/20240218_131756.jpg" title="vegan Perverted Ice Cream." width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To be honest, I can't remember what my wife ordered. It might be something called Bad Review and if so, according to the description, it is "not even that perverted." As you can see, my wife got into the spirit of the place! LOL.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSIJl-l0AXwBEEYN3ee6Uni1-N3S87H39QzaiRprupAGrXt1zfawpjsV6JLfIZtl41RKrzQ7twi82Kdx_NPd3oqAe-LHmo_mO1RnfFMYIIHAgiJDLZUKkGVW1z2_U_KosoGy-A6qlqefpC3rMvJRvUf9J202iaw1l6Y1P_ajc_yVSPHpR5AfHN7R3N9UEH/s4000/20240218_130958.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSIJl-l0AXwBEEYN3ee6Uni1-N3S87H39QzaiRprupAGrXt1zfawpjsV6JLfIZtl41RKrzQ7twi82Kdx_NPd3oqAe-LHmo_mO1RnfFMYIIHAgiJDLZUKkGVW1z2_U_KosoGy-A6qlqefpC3rMvJRvUf9J202iaw1l6Y1P_ajc_yVSPHpR5AfHN7R3N9UEH/w640-h480/20240218_130958.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On the menu, it says, "Plant Based. Vegan Options Available". It's a little confusing as plant-based and vegan are the same from a diet point of view as both avoid all animal products. What they mean to tell us is that some items have animal products making them vegetarian. Just make sure you are aware of which items are fully vegan. These are healthy-sized cones and could serve as a meal replacement! Not a lot of room in here, there is room to stand at one table or you can take your cones (or cups) to go. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> NA</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-76314828415053058322024-03-02T06:50:00.000-08:002024-03-02T06:50:39.390-08:00Lucky's Donuts / 49th Parallel Coffee - Vegan Options<p>We have been to 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters in the past (in my pre-vegan days) for great coffee and donuts. Now when I look for donuts, I'm seeking plant-based/cruelty-free varieties so imagine my delight when I found that Lucky's Donuts crank out a few vegan varieties.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe1B5cVX88Tx46uobtv7pSwb-LQeBPuHSkAPMd-GwBFOlMv4SA1XC1Pi1qJ4x8h2aasi80LUvIXlYW9Uq9FJ9W7-AbZ8LgzWR6BjkLsf17PELiQzURYh879R97kqosKoHtvZr3EIIna3qBHgcowH0_fLaFwtpsSxnbDIe1dERWWvhWeUvoupSQvTB9fIVk/s3236/20240219_073136.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2484" data-original-width="3236" height="492" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe1B5cVX88Tx46uobtv7pSwb-LQeBPuHSkAPMd-GwBFOlMv4SA1XC1Pi1qJ4x8h2aasi80LUvIXlYW9Uq9FJ9W7-AbZ8LgzWR6BjkLsf17PELiQzURYh879R97kqosKoHtvZr3EIIna3qBHgcowH0_fLaFwtpsSxnbDIe1dERWWvhWeUvoupSQvTB9fIVk/w640-h492/20240219_073136.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This location is on Thurlow just north of West Georgia but apparently, there are 3 other locations of this partnership made in heaven.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglVaTp4AkDMu2G75E7DokVNb0TZeF29xj6YTI041Mi3DDWoyzjPk768XIKUpy_7niFCTj6XK3UHhzIUCsxTfMoBMifHNJdbAKXP8lnSexUe0RbVjSUyYJ9tFmihn1vjWbb43SXNPgNCHH_8VRyuVCvmPzzjU_ZjOL_jnfSsO2a8gwjKST1tGmbCJg9_wxK/s4000/20240219_080734.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglVaTp4AkDMu2G75E7DokVNb0TZeF29xj6YTI041Mi3DDWoyzjPk768XIKUpy_7niFCTj6XK3UHhzIUCsxTfMoBMifHNJdbAKXP8lnSexUe0RbVjSUyYJ9tFmihn1vjWbb43SXNPgNCHH_8VRyuVCvmPzzjU_ZjOL_jnfSsO2a8gwjKST1tGmbCJg9_wxK/w640-h480/20240219_080734.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We ended up here twice on the weekend because on the first visit which was in the afternoon, they had almost sold out of the vegan donuts. We ended up with one donut to share and the coffee was served in takeout cups for whatever reason. It was still great coffee (I like my coffee dark and black) but it is so much nicer in their actual cups.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi30IVn1RBhWTgwB5fqDg3gwnlMntpqQaD_qZ17ceiPftsT5yURB2eGG5RFwVevtntKqf-cwYcgjes4IK2AQZYMDQLk3dzxxE4RljdKBZ_Wn9mL1ZCZ9O68MN9vJEiR9fAoO1dO0bUyw9DPmpgk8g2ktk2CakOPHAwJEqRGNVd6zucrZoVB9SfJmuK4HRC9/s3727/20240218_124217.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2795" data-original-width="3727" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi30IVn1RBhWTgwB5fqDg3gwnlMntpqQaD_qZ17ceiPftsT5yURB2eGG5RFwVevtntKqf-cwYcgjes4IK2AQZYMDQLk3dzxxE4RljdKBZ_Wn9mL1ZCZ9O68MN9vJEiR9fAoO1dO0bUyw9DPmpgk8g2ktk2CakOPHAwJEqRGNVd6zucrZoVB9SfJmuK4HRC9/w640-h480/20240218_124217.jpg" title="vegan Fruit and Floral" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In addition to 3 or 4 vegan donuts, they usually have a vegan lemon loaf or banana bread and one other item on their menu (I think that they had soup the second time we were there). On that first visit, we had the vegan Fruit and Floral donut which I thought was interesting and really delicious. Mharie did not care for it finding it too "floral". I am no donut scientist but these seemed less cakey and more moist and dense than most donuts that I have had.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgABvj1UFvpepHEO2VWLK4EfvwHMHcgHIWu8INpATChKWSjQ8CAQbk8c2QFB8shXahhhs7YaaqZaJ4pDa7CXTspMhiP8YTaaMgEcbuM8fno4i0GtaMRdD1b9pA4P7k427bTwuoRP2pXHZ52InqU4Q24tu-m4ILG4HKoLje3kAbU893xoTOP0uHnEJI3OPOO/s3754/20240219_080718.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2822" data-original-width="3754" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgABvj1UFvpepHEO2VWLK4EfvwHMHcgHIWu8INpATChKWSjQ8CAQbk8c2QFB8shXahhhs7YaaqZaJ4pDa7CXTspMhiP8YTaaMgEcbuM8fno4i0GtaMRdD1b9pA4P7k427bTwuoRP2pXHZ52InqU4Q24tu-m4ILG4HKoLje3kAbU893xoTOP0uHnEJI3OPOO/w640-h482/20240219_080718.jpg" title="vegan Lucky's Donuts" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On my second visit, I got the 3 donuts available to go which included the Fruit and Floral again and 2 other varieties as you can see. They again had that rich sweet somewhat dense texture. You certainly don't need to eat more than one of these as they are quite substantial.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhElBQFpHs2wjhDvd0bg64E6tl83T5v6300MZA0w4XLCOXYwoIa9S0oHr5OXiNTIAY3J8M39JTrPrPZn9Z5pt3Pzwyr39yVDx0U2nsl5FwY1fQ8k0nkXzHA1OM89zVfruYs_m1TV2yZkLmuUNqw4ZEfgCN0qSCZq_EYA1y4JgeZfyKm28J-h_ccUtptfQEz/s3834/20240219_080730.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2876" data-original-width="3834" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhElBQFpHs2wjhDvd0bg64E6tl83T5v6300MZA0w4XLCOXYwoIa9S0oHr5OXiNTIAY3J8M39JTrPrPZn9Z5pt3Pzwyr39yVDx0U2nsl5FwY1fQ8k0nkXzHA1OM89zVfruYs_m1TV2yZkLmuUNqw4ZEfgCN0qSCZq_EYA1y4JgeZfyKm28J-h_ccUtptfQEz/w640-h480/20240219_080730.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are tables inside and a few outside. Also, you can drift into the lobby of whatever building this is and there are tables there as well. They get quite busy at times so don't be a dick and take up space with your laptop if people are waiting to sit down. I am somewhat thankful that 49th Parallel and Lucky's Donuts are not close to home. I am not sure that I would be able to exercise the appropriate restraint.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-39020227143560155882024-02-27T07:51:00.000-08:002024-02-27T07:51:53.832-08:00Afghan Horseman - Vegan Options<p>Being in one location and then another in Vancouver, for over 50 years, Afghan Horseman was the first Afghani restaurant in North America! This is a family-run business, the senior members of which are actually from Afghanistan. Welcome to Vancouver and sorry that it took me so long to get to AHR. Vancouver loves Middle Eastern food of all kinds and I love that it can be adapted to a plant-based lifestyle!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3oHaQU7v2clXrGZGl_V70C08ZEI3Aq4vPhpXl8KkN_1mDD_dttOWVk5boBGDabCCKtKXcvov4e0uIDgwrVCu5pKu7-8Qk1ZsEAsPVu4W8OsVULSyv_mVlwI9tyb5OTGrI3PjDYoqYI_zoHD9gd9Jgcypz6wlrinEE_us-By1WW_jTgfSsK46PPtwxVrqt/s2641/20240218_165724.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1981" data-original-width="2641" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3oHaQU7v2clXrGZGl_V70C08ZEI3Aq4vPhpXl8KkN_1mDD_dttOWVk5boBGDabCCKtKXcvov4e0uIDgwrVCu5pKu7-8Qk1ZsEAsPVu4W8OsVULSyv_mVlwI9tyb5OTGrI3PjDYoqYI_zoHD9gd9Jgcypz6wlrinEE_us-By1WW_jTgfSsK46PPtwxVrqt/w640-h480/20240218_165724.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Their current and long-time location is just a stone's throw from Granville Island on West 2nd. We made a reservation and were given the choice of chairs and a table (or booth) or the traditional curl-up on pillows Afghani style for dinner. Given my now 4 months ago knee surgery we decided to stick with the chairs.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOm08HFRURufpjfc878c-_a-7KCNutueBajre1PLW0HC0aKoF_at34ZYufeLoMHyyrH7T2YxXUF8m3tgHsCM7JJsA34wLGGjYzzohqkbCGurVitjm7LMIERRD_rdGroDiVB0pNRdOCq5IivWZLOTVoVEZbrwmbLpy63WqDxholLhuvKq0i2ZnQXrwNkWL7/s4000/20240218_170623.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOm08HFRURufpjfc878c-_a-7KCNutueBajre1PLW0HC0aKoF_at34ZYufeLoMHyyrH7T2YxXUF8m3tgHsCM7JJsA34wLGGjYzzohqkbCGurVitjm7LMIERRD_rdGroDiVB0pNRdOCq5IivWZLOTVoVEZbrwmbLpy63WqDxholLhuvKq0i2ZnQXrwNkWL7/w640-h480/20240218_170623.jpg" title="vegan Salad and Hummous" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At AHR, they offer various platters including a Vegan Platter for Two which is why we were so excited to finally get here! They started us off with the requisite Hummus and wonderful Pita as well as a refreshing salad of cucumber, onion and tomato.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwv5uo5aVVZEl8rnUjHYQLSXMO9g1QDEkzwJPtRa_Eccs9NyYHbXZCqLfQ7OAu2zxpjOzk_WViwu4hILd8S5Cm2s2a3CvYqR9pnhwAf1SqEFdqR5KghoAqVs8UCIakPIZ_MHlL-u5zZp2t3Pg_OfLeZgex-qUDe8KI44gE_FH6wwU40DKiVFpP4Jov5qHG/s4000/20240218_172627.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwv5uo5aVVZEl8rnUjHYQLSXMO9g1QDEkzwJPtRa_Eccs9NyYHbXZCqLfQ7OAu2zxpjOzk_WViwu4hILd8S5Cm2s2a3CvYqR9pnhwAf1SqEFdqR5KghoAqVs8UCIakPIZ_MHlL-u5zZp2t3Pg_OfLeZgex-qUDe8KI44gE_FH6wwU40DKiVFpP4Jov5qHG/w640-h480/20240218_172627.jpg" title="Vegan Platter for Two" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The main platter arrived with a little bit of a lot of things. We think that this could easily feed at least 3 people as we ended up taking quite a bit home with us. The centre piece was their Qabeli Palaw, Basmati rice baked with carrots, raisins and almond. Around this was baked eggplant, stewed spinach a very nice dahl served with a housemade tomato sauce. Unexpected was the Pakawra which are batter deep fried potatoes served with a dip. We found all of this to be comforting and filling but didn't leave us feeling weighed down (well maybe if we had finished the platter).<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi68k3-fFtw-JGzCC3Cd7Mwf8iK4MBpxtM4acn_8DTDRO2cY4HaakH5xZjS9Legwc7_gH8lN_NH6_EbSeRtdsXmadua87sM_0_mwUPORDu1QooYEt5M3AQHX5G3qbsH4_TAEtyhKqcZWTG1-mrfQlIeBBq1-nimAgiZ8n2gQunBWMX5o9FC4ETroTkhjaj1/s4000/20240218_175542.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi68k3-fFtw-JGzCC3Cd7Mwf8iK4MBpxtM4acn_8DTDRO2cY4HaakH5xZjS9Legwc7_gH8lN_NH6_EbSeRtdsXmadua87sM_0_mwUPORDu1QooYEt5M3AQHX5G3qbsH4_TAEtyhKqcZWTG1-mrfQlIeBBq1-nimAgiZ8n2gQunBWMX5o9FC4ETroTkhjaj1/w640-h480/20240218_175542.jpg" title="vegan Baklava" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As they make their Baklava with a simple syrup rather than honey, dessert was not to be missed. This was some fine Baklava and rounded out the meal beautifully.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuVqMqWHQgtj4nj21uy-nSTGJlA03bpCjdQXjlcwLc03C451IvOm4rizYqgWBtNc4SnkL4N0KFeHS2nV9SBLCNpnbLhg4q3w2VDPjsdkpLI-CGOsVbZCGkSlQRFHTLlnP-Kio97CflqyU1u61wJgC2U2vTl0IxbXX3I-NdIrXstoTqbgylT4df-Jk1elRK/s4000/20240218_170328.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuVqMqWHQgtj4nj21uy-nSTGJlA03bpCjdQXjlcwLc03C451IvOm4rizYqgWBtNc4SnkL4N0KFeHS2nV9SBLCNpnbLhg4q3w2VDPjsdkpLI-CGOsVbZCGkSlQRFHTLlnP-Kio97CflqyU1u61wJgC2U2vTl0IxbXX3I-NdIrXstoTqbgylT4df-Jk1elRK/w640-h480/20240218_170328.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Such a cozy, homy place for dinner. An interesting variety of hanging lamps and a ceiling meant to make you feel like you might be in a tent in the desert. The staff were very friendly and I was glad that I asked about their history.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /> </div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-86055077518660432632024-02-23T10:37:00.000-08:002024-02-23T10:37:00.188-08:00Noodle Arts - Vegan Options<p>Everyone has known about Noodle Arts but me! As you walk in the front door you notice posters showing our Noodle Arts Hostess' (and clearly owner/manager) appearances on CTV and with Richard Wollach on CKNW! Their Beef Noodle Soup is apparently famous as are their Dan-Dan Noodles. Still, better late than never, here we are.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbbZPDjRI8j7ir-N_LQ1uoxb0ZlmrAUy0wxy_dlpBkLx-Ds49CCv2ecUF1iXQ_RFmX1HzUZjcN2Fg8NsWPWkuUegiaY96nW5aP7ksoLFPDpzTCGK9mIUGdjkxvR9TrBmKVvEF9BWOee7XQL0Q9Kp8Xp25ri5kDL3eoFSs1WMRop5YEqatw7ncq9QCVRrh/s3530/20240218_110140.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2668" data-original-width="3530" height="484" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbbZPDjRI8j7ir-N_LQ1uoxb0ZlmrAUy0wxy_dlpBkLx-Ds49CCv2ecUF1iXQ_RFmX1HzUZjcN2Fg8NsWPWkuUegiaY96nW5aP7ksoLFPDpzTCGK9mIUGdjkxvR9TrBmKVvEF9BWOee7XQL0Q9Kp8Xp25ri5kDL3eoFSs1WMRop5YEqatw7ncq9QCVRrh/w640-h484/20240218_110140.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located on Robson between Bidwell and Denman, there is seating for a little more than a couple of dozen diners but I am sure they get quite busy at times. I'm trying to say it might be worth making a reservation. Obviously, they are all about the noodles here and specifically hand-pulled Lanzhou-style noodles.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDnUpAXxpXYjPxzHUWC8atgxiC_vkKJzsejyMhHFC3iTGo9Zp1rz_2uPMPigAIUGCNxyOiFpcDJLragnlzkZjAn_2q04TaVfoxZ2YP8AEsw8q8jO590OT53xFS3BaU9dF6MyXKFvc7lNyuuvz1yDJtEUQzVGlENnc0ZCUbg7f-BCBINpMwWq4B-KxIfYBQ/s4000/20240218_112116.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDnUpAXxpXYjPxzHUWC8atgxiC_vkKJzsejyMhHFC3iTGo9Zp1rz_2uPMPigAIUGCNxyOiFpcDJLragnlzkZjAn_2q04TaVfoxZ2YP8AEsw8q8jO590OT53xFS3BaU9dF6MyXKFvc7lNyuuvz1yDJtEUQzVGlENnc0ZCUbg7f-BCBINpMwWq4B-KxIfYBQ/w640-h480/20240218_112116.jpg" title="vegan Green Onion Pancake" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started with Green Onion Pankake which we always love but these were a little bit better than usual! I thought maybe it was a regional recipe that made it different but I was told that it has to do with the quality of the oil and the fact that they keep it quite fresh in the kitchen. The result is a lighter colour and taste. It was served with a tasty plum sauce. Very nice!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsx6nMCFAd35z0vI_73JJQ_tRYH1XVQ4TLDJ-2tnxUoFhUfexXOK2SkbOYURoSHqxiyFA-w3wOnxMzpdVA3GHUwIo-QGaVCsBKbBB5v_FzzHWcMHkA0UfzuZ0TkbGxUsqmMG-zMRl3Md1zp7yEmd8-qAAAVDCbRYMqtWMv0PnJWKmuw5-hL_d60Rljtn7U/s4000/20240218_111709.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsx6nMCFAd35z0vI_73JJQ_tRYH1XVQ4TLDJ-2tnxUoFhUfexXOK2SkbOYURoSHqxiyFA-w3wOnxMzpdVA3GHUwIo-QGaVCsBKbBB5v_FzzHWcMHkA0UfzuZ0TkbGxUsqmMG-zMRl3Md1zp7yEmd8-qAAAVDCbRYMqtWMv0PnJWKmuw5-hL_d60Rljtn7U/w640-h480/20240218_111709.jpg" title="vegan Tangy Shredded Potato" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Tangy Shredded Potato is marked as spicy but it was not (they may have adjusted for the white guy who told them about his bad Dan Dan noodle experience). We always enjoy this dish which proves that potatoes do not have to be cooked to death. As shreds or noodles, they are allowed to retain some firm texture and are very tasty. A little sesame oil and usually a little heat bring this dish alive.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR9oVPpWqScktWzPPXfxA2WodY97Q0aM1vJJD6a87RhwjrXmruhZUD4RMHrCIVykHJ_Sxg_0Hf6U99SYCuzKbpxaCwAbxYjusJCGrPS4S5sEULLscMHKfTA7Ps0xqSnk5ouANe8kU3ij6gvDHlDy0VrdMpWHT5YSYFO5rNRdKFdctGFKn8lhvNXUGfZ0hb/s4000/20240218_112756.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR9oVPpWqScktWzPPXfxA2WodY97Q0aM1vJJD6a87RhwjrXmruhZUD4RMHrCIVykHJ_Sxg_0Hf6U99SYCuzKbpxaCwAbxYjusJCGrPS4S5sEULLscMHKfTA7Ps0xqSnk5ouANe8kU3ij6gvDHlDy0VrdMpWHT5YSYFO5rNRdKFdctGFKn8lhvNXUGfZ0hb/w640-h480/20240218_112756.jpg" title="vegan Dan Dan Noodles" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Of course, the Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles were the main event and the heat was again reigned in for the white guy (to be honest, I like a little heat but I also need to be able to take a shower after!). We ordered this with blade-cut noodles which admittedly, you can't see in the photo. These are quite substantial noodles but so tender and absorbant of the flavours around them. They are worth the price of admittance all by themselves. Along with lots of greens were peanuts, Szechuan peppercorns and sesame oil. Wonderful!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9u-U4PHtW61kgl3bJPVPrSNSMtV1W3vat_zaF2MQ75k_65m0oyrPJmhT39wM8zOOPPkhtBK1YHGn0wsJIhr-FP1RNbOw0U1IcEbK5zJ1rXHp1qsaczBwXahOqgCGVAlnCJZk8qhw7MTd0ptI96Wmpo_FtsoIiDXOMc1HA0-NFNHGgmZUTa1qltpyDqfUq/s4000/20240218_112529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9u-U4PHtW61kgl3bJPVPrSNSMtV1W3vat_zaF2MQ75k_65m0oyrPJmhT39wM8zOOPPkhtBK1YHGn0wsJIhr-FP1RNbOw0U1IcEbK5zJ1rXHp1qsaczBwXahOqgCGVAlnCJZk8qhw7MTd0ptI96Wmpo_FtsoIiDXOMc1HA0-NFNHGgmZUTa1qltpyDqfUq/w640-h480/20240218_112529.jpg" title="vegan Noodles with Chilli Oil" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next up were the Noodles with Chilli Oil as we wanted to try a different type of noodles. Our hostess recommended the wider noodles to go with this and as far as we could tell it was good advice. More greens, peanuts, mild chilli oil and more delicious housemade noodles made this another wonderful dish.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxBEibo6hqWyVdMHIhftNaEYLGnAhJqPi4-3km7AAlSniTSQ1oaec_ApJiLrVOP4AdG8_-UX194Y0X9ieXfiQp76M77XdVP3rRFegI35sBoniII3QmEYJp0Je9rUyII19J7xdDze0dwLOaXKiChQ-cRWwlXBA-PaA-Eme29siJpcqeefIrEQr7cNe58Utq/s4000/20240218_114153.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxBEibo6hqWyVdMHIhftNaEYLGnAhJqPi4-3km7AAlSniTSQ1oaec_ApJiLrVOP4AdG8_-UX194Y0X9ieXfiQp76M77XdVP3rRFegI35sBoniII3QmEYJp0Je9rUyII19J7xdDze0dwLOaXKiChQ-cRWwlXBA-PaA-Eme29siJpcqeefIrEQr7cNe58Utq/w640-h480/20240218_114153.jpg" title="vegan Red Bean Pancake" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are 4 desserts on the menu at Noodle Arts and all of them are vegan! Unfortunately, they didn't have the Pear Soup so our hostess recommended the Red Bean Pancake. I tried to pose it to show the filling as best as I could. It was tasty, crispy and very sweet as red bean paste usually is. It is a little rare to see even one vegan dessert so having some choice is very nice!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjUcz9m8li-r0UhFSC2fTGszb7_4ZsbI_8waxDc_6qrIsHlfOjAoaQd0RV5kFtpWh7FLqtuhJF2jlWUvMZ5ke8tIBrErQmdNVHNzhz5cfDDB0VpbxAL0TupsKEVA5qy9aLHY6kVdIG86SevG5jBSw_vpEDISja3Ts12Dpb7qKKJEm72Z4WTLGtJOGCHCxP/s3690/20240218_111308.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2795" data-original-width="3690" height="484" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjUcz9m8li-r0UhFSC2fTGszb7_4ZsbI_8waxDc_6qrIsHlfOjAoaQd0RV5kFtpWh7FLqtuhJF2jlWUvMZ5ke8tIBrErQmdNVHNzhz5cfDDB0VpbxAL0TupsKEVA5qy9aLHY6kVdIG86SevG5jBSw_vpEDISja3Ts12Dpb7qKKJEm72Z4WTLGtJOGCHCxP/w640-h484/20240218_111308.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is a nice little restaurant with some lanterns and art that makes it feel a little exotic. Our hostess was very nice and regularly topped up our Chrysanthemum tea. It is not cheap nor would I expect it to be. Hand-made noodles are pretty special. There are a few more vegan dishes to try and I am just a fan of any place that indicates vegan on the menu and understands the concept. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-18774116734120799582024-02-19T09:01:00.000-08:002024-02-19T09:01:12.782-08:00Veg Out Plant-Based Burgers and Shakes - Vegan Food Truck<p>We first visited Veg Out a couple of years ago during Veganuary and loved the place (OK. Truck). In the time since, we have seen them around a couple of times but they always had a one-hour lineup attached to them. This time we knew they were setting up at Vegan Supply in White Rock. Being the middle of nowhere and on a dreary day, we thought if we got there early, there would be a limited number of hungry vegans lined up ahead of us!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ9kSB-_wKISM6StlmWHZIr1s3eAvRKMqojT1JadhzgdsjqBTf1qnGAKm9cFMjmfL3Du0dmsgdfbb6fSF3Z19mab2CltX6l06bCvGdKRG0DfGffZORA8UDiiMlV6tSPOgaEhizOBzzIUbZYVXz5ZCemPySrIvf_dSJHZz7dTmdKZhdvK_dO08SlkikNAGa/s3531/20240128_115512.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2615" data-original-width="3531" height="474" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ9kSB-_wKISM6StlmWHZIr1s3eAvRKMqojT1JadhzgdsjqBTf1qnGAKm9cFMjmfL3Du0dmsgdfbb6fSF3Z19mab2CltX6l06bCvGdKRG0DfGffZORA8UDiiMlV6tSPOgaEhizOBzzIUbZYVXz5ZCemPySrIvf_dSJHZz7dTmdKZhdvK_dO08SlkikNAGa/w640-h474/20240128_115512.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We showed little imagination in ordering almost the same thing as we ordered last time (although, if it ain't broke!). We placed our order, picked up our food (I was first in line!) and made our way to a lovely park in White Rock to consume said order!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfXCizMRdCWsKy7U6G65ggtuYrGSuPPlgLXkRR9kv7i33KgFJ1Ni8V3tUnfZ-GmXvGhN-V_Z0o_6q1k_2gtpG4PD6imn8Q_b7OTszGuAxhVEQBpMqI5Wz8jU5xkaGaT0u3KA_5Udq-ZZWc7nHBRvHV6LDgwVAzImE7HzZGES1r2YokTr3U5oceRx6nr1fF/s3770/20240128_122259.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2768" data-original-width="3770" height="470" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfXCizMRdCWsKy7U6G65ggtuYrGSuPPlgLXkRR9kv7i33KgFJ1Ni8V3tUnfZ-GmXvGhN-V_Z0o_6q1k_2gtpG4PD6imn8Q_b7OTszGuAxhVEQBpMqI5Wz8jU5xkaGaT0u3KA_5Udq-ZZWc7nHBRvHV6LDgwVAzImE7HzZGES1r2YokTr3U5oceRx6nr1fF/w640-h470/20240128_122259.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started with Veg Out's perfect wings with sweet and spicy sauce. The 'skin' on these things is uncanny and I had to ask if it was real chicken skin (I did not ask that as I didn't need to, but you might need to) while the meat was also tasty. It's all about the sauce in reality, isn't it? I am glad that faux meat never really tastes completely like dead animal. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj85QIG2U41BhLc1FUv2lqKD_CZjkBMpqkhySKT4cz8Ptk3SyLwqj2PFOs8n4Eeff7LqXBE0Jy0yA7oKG7f3o7ujfqZAnWzMI5KujPmO1_-moFFl_JYYOY62NCJm8DN0cteo7evIJfNqKjwpefnqNXjCaXS2R8P3rUPwiBsA2RIEC2fTN3gytZ3dscrDJV/s3750/20240128_122230.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2785" data-original-width="3750" height="476" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj85QIG2U41BhLc1FUv2lqKD_CZjkBMpqkhySKT4cz8Ptk3SyLwqj2PFOs8n4Eeff7LqXBE0Jy0yA7oKG7f3o7ujfqZAnWzMI5KujPmO1_-moFFl_JYYOY62NCJm8DN0cteo7evIJfNqKjwpefnqNXjCaXS2R8P3rUPwiBsA2RIEC2fTN3gytZ3dscrDJV/w640-h476/20240128_122230.jpg" title="vegan Buffalo Chicken Poutine" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I used to complain that people called poutine Canada's national dish but as a vegan side, it carries some weight. The Buffalo Chicken Poutine provides a little bit of so many delectable things!. Buffalo sauce, fried chicken, ranch, crispy fires and uncountable calories. Not for every day but certainly delicious.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj7mDczc5SVVMLr5H2kJ6pfmmgWO9_r5RQgm8g55u9u1ZrSXFwjdgFzb1ndUR7yyYeGm4bMyHY9RoxtyasQqB70711HnIfUZYEbCLqH-fwQS1HK7kI0ZvYB3zWArAxTZRoRh9eYEaeLqeb_WEKaTGxS4zemFzD7B8wHqJd6iKjjgPZA80SDH0RfgU-d4AB/s4000/20240128_122336.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj7mDczc5SVVMLr5H2kJ6pfmmgWO9_r5RQgm8g55u9u1ZrSXFwjdgFzb1ndUR7yyYeGm4bMyHY9RoxtyasQqB70711HnIfUZYEbCLqH-fwQS1HK7kI0ZvYB3zWArAxTZRoRh9eYEaeLqeb_WEKaTGxS4zemFzD7B8wHqJd6iKjjgPZA80SDH0RfgU-d4AB/w640-h480/20240128_122336.jpg" title="vegan Korean Burger" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Last time, we ordered the Vegonator which was insane but this time, they had a Korean Burger special. It was a chicken burger but with assorted Koreanish condiments and toppings. All on an excellent bun but still messy enough that it was necessary to assume a stance that would not allow you to drip sauce all over yourself. Excellent!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXa0O6-8H6EdgOjBrYEqtjqYyPU5LzqI8-A6dvlIRxBKZiyVs6DcG41ZxYijc8HQ826z0eAmuSMxxRjHuYnSClXMjuHCmeiM3MQa2hTfACcyfAIk3fL_4SpYLviHmvn-B98veN9j1aQEDOJyAxrC9x8oKK8AIIjBHTc-arRU1baP-CpPsNaKVR6BNi_mDE/s4000/20240128_122400.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXa0O6-8H6EdgOjBrYEqtjqYyPU5LzqI8-A6dvlIRxBKZiyVs6DcG41ZxYijc8HQ826z0eAmuSMxxRjHuYnSClXMjuHCmeiM3MQa2hTfACcyfAIk3fL_4SpYLviHmvn-B98veN9j1aQEDOJyAxrC9x8oKK8AIIjBHTc-arRU1baP-CpPsNaKVR6BNi_mDE/w640-h480/20240128_122400.jpg" title="vegan Milkshake" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Finally another Veg Out amazing milkshake. You will definitely have to try one for yourself and I challenge you to tell the difference between this and any dairy milkshake.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-VX6M0rMciIsc0wX6X0c-IIz21OyBLwAiOR3aWIXcQaE6ELE3y8BqIzoLWEzbCJMfefKVMGw8ZfngghdhursBdb9DDmbDn0tF3OrAkrwDoplL48jBcXFi1hgBa3G2EUOE2IZNiDv4LNdI2v0oqoPCQnNf4rxtBK9zfaSyEereeznqGCqoPuzauYS3fym/s4000/20240128_123646.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-VX6M0rMciIsc0wX6X0c-IIz21OyBLwAiOR3aWIXcQaE6ELE3y8BqIzoLWEzbCJMfefKVMGw8ZfngghdhursBdb9DDmbDn0tF3OrAkrwDoplL48jBcXFi1hgBa3G2EUOE2IZNiDv4LNdI2v0oqoPCQnNf4rxtBK9zfaSyEereeznqGCqoPuzauYS3fym/w640-h480/20240128_123646.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I usually like to post a picture of the dining room when I blog about a place. Crescent Park is very nice and they have these covered picnic areas. I only wonder how all of the picnic table seats could be soaked when there is a roof over them? I guess that I won't hold that over Veg Out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> NA</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-85667634194133595952024-02-16T09:28:00.000-08:002024-02-16T09:28:29.659-08:00Testing Plant-Based Cheddar - One Of These Doesn't Belong!<p>Doing our small part to minimize the amount of animal exploitation and downright animal torture in the world, we have given up animal products including cheese. It's not because I don't like cheese and admittedly giving it up was the greatest challenge to my becoming vegan. I had to ask whether a few minutes of my own pleasure justified the unnatural life and torment forced upon a dairy cow. I'm not posting any animal abuse videos on this blog so don't worry but you can find them easily enough, if you dare. </p><p>Instead, I'm going to review a few plant-based cheeses (cheezes?) which are improving all the time. A few months ago I posted on Instagram about Violife, Vitalite and Daiyo cheese shreds which I had tried side by side, testing for their meltiness as well as flavour. This time I am expanding the test and posting here with a little more detail.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDvqpCNLVJxiiNeqOTfcMNHlf-urzWX8HOOZx4VWXHjNrIO9jH5H6iiLYWr77njsXSWweOYicDkGu2-2Uu8uYrvluchNoxf1Ph0jOzjOJVQfSZFpqgXf0MD4StmhNAFtiypxfFWo91ic8F5I8Yh_CaNyjwVIRduplMImXkm01dfbr4PXohaHuYoFDNiBOh/s4000/20240201_171430.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDvqpCNLVJxiiNeqOTfcMNHlf-urzWX8HOOZx4VWXHjNrIO9jH5H6iiLYWr77njsXSWweOYicDkGu2-2Uu8uYrvluchNoxf1Ph0jOzjOJVQfSZFpqgXf0MD4StmhNAFtiypxfFWo91ic8F5I8Yh_CaNyjwVIRduplMImXkm01dfbr4PXohaHuYoFDNiBOh/w640-h480/20240201_171430.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Unfortunately, during my testing and checking the ingredients and learned that one of these cheeses contains dairy by-products and is therefore not vegan! Stay tuned. Now for 3 pretty boring and nearly identical phots with a lot of statistics beneath them! Are you still with me?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi352d9k6OclIRP72aRwy-rjwVLvS6VthbZmWBJFYtxsFhk1wmuSf_Dlm1hCW6Nebsmmg4aJomQCHb_SDdXOYGkHZ_tPNJk30AhYYzWdNGvKmiyRkaBLhwjt-LsZOZg29yB-d0pBBt91Utq2saRCtHIipH1ssbsD4kSPhT7UNkA_yAr16ds7496_n-r6lIY/s3961/20240204_085046.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2866" data-original-width="3961" height="464" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi352d9k6OclIRP72aRwy-rjwVLvS6VthbZmWBJFYtxsFhk1wmuSf_Dlm1hCW6Nebsmmg4aJomQCHb_SDdXOYGkHZ_tPNJk30AhYYzWdNGvKmiyRkaBLhwjt-LsZOZg29yB-d0pBBt91Utq2saRCtHIipH1ssbsD4kSPhT7UNkA_yAr16ds7496_n-r6lIY/w640-h464/20240204_085046.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The one thing about plant-based cheese is that it is a little challenging to get it nicely melted. We have been served a vegan burger and cheese where the cook clearly assumed that the heat of the burger would melt the slice but it arrived as nothing but a slightly floppy piece of plastic...not impressive. We even tried making nachos under the broiler last night and the result was disappointing. The best way to melt vegan cheese is with a cover and we did this in the microwave oven. It took 20 to 25 seconds depending on the brand. I started with the 2 cheeses I was most impressed with last time around. While both of these cheses were nicely melty and tasted pretty good if not overly cheddary, the Vitalite at IGA grocery store was only $2.50 per 100g making it the least expensive of all 6. There was no indication that it was a sale price. The Violife was a little pricier at regular price at $3.39 per 100 grams but these all go on sale regularly. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp8WoyoJoaJ2roVRB5255yyFjseeQ17bSk4h77H1_Fpbyn2Bxn2VFIiNMwyZ0_YtvpOlexiJUaGOGfUnN78dmNSTnebXuW5scT7jtJRvgg271aCiHFPiPSRYw0UjaM7rUEAsvwKocEpjb9Len2pl7PGTShVhCiZtaP4dDh1uwEbNyRbPRp46t7rIzJaXJe/s4000/20240204_090349.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp8WoyoJoaJ2roVRB5255yyFjseeQ17bSk4h77H1_Fpbyn2Bxn2VFIiNMwyZ0_YtvpOlexiJUaGOGfUnN78dmNSTnebXuW5scT7jtJRvgg271aCiHFPiPSRYw0UjaM7rUEAsvwKocEpjb9Len2pl7PGTShVhCiZtaP4dDh1uwEbNyRbPRp46t7rIzJaXJe/w640-h480/20240204_090349.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was deeply disappointed to learn that my stand-by vegan cheese, Okanagon's Soy Co.Cheddar Flavoured Loaf is not vegan at all! The blame is on me for never reading the actual ingredients but I was deeply suckered by the lactose-free, soya and loaf (who calls cheese a loaf?) details...Fuck! This "loaf" contains casein, a dairy by-product which provides the dairy industry with profits making me a supporter of this terrible thing. If you are a vegan, DON'T BUY THIS! I hate being stupid. Do I seem a little pissy about this? It may now seem anticlimactic but the Chao Creamery Cheese is pretty damn good. It is also quite expensive at $4.50 per 100g (at least at Save-on).<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmXbfXTk3vGaMREi6D7uThMumTwy4MTRnkx9Vo6-wQ1Cdsu0mXengy8SGQj-bhK6Lv37wxsjATcBFBzdfM8uBuNZJcwvrt76i93Q5oNYP9Mg2ZwjAz_4jf-7yJZ2xwqjKonhMwZmjT2ue6AdPxgZueuDh29UWumI4nE247YGa9ujnWCz39PyrSbFlKUgZ/s3961/20240204_091506.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2862" data-original-width="3961" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmXbfXTk3vGaMREi6D7uThMumTwy4MTRnkx9Vo6-wQ1Cdsu0mXengy8SGQj-bhK6Lv37wxsjATcBFBzdfM8uBuNZJcwvrt76i93Q5oNYP9Mg2ZwjAz_4jf-7yJZ2xwqjKonhMwZmjT2ue6AdPxgZueuDh29UWumI4nE247YGa9ujnWCz39PyrSbFlKUgZ/w640-h462/20240204_091506.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Daiya has recently updated its formula and now uses "Oat Cream" which seems to work pretty well. While previously, it was my least favourite of my big 3 (it seemed a little too waxy) it is now my favourite and is very melty and probably the most cheddary. A loud shout-out goes to BabyBel which is a smooth melting very rich cheese. The dairy version is already expensive, while the vegan version is roughly 20% more expensive. Still, as a treat (and wasn't BabyBel always a treat), you could do worse!</div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-50882780835374973342024-02-13T08:04:00.000-08:002024-02-19T18:02:00.956-08:00The Hestia Veggie - Vegan / Vegetarian Restaurant<p>This is another one of those places I discovered just by zeroing in on an area on Google Maps and searching "vegan". It was good timing as Hestia has just opened recently. I was quite excited when I looked at their menu as they have a lot of creative ingredients and dishes, some of which I had never seen before. My goal was to get there and review this place before the Vegan Twosome (search for their YouTube channel) but that was not to be....damn! While Hestia is described as a Vietnamese restaurant, there are dishes from all over East and Southeast Asia and a couple of Italian dishes thrown in! Do note that the Carbonara and Bolognese are vegetarian and not vegan.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzSFdOjwqTYNMsNqdls0pOF02NYiSxJI5LIYykyDsqB4yrMH584FiLIc-8Q5qh0cuyRRXrjXJ42U4etfxm-G4akR2mF1DeL2Zo4t1jsuK6n-J6YaqAkVsC_zyKH-3Tk7-204KNo3rx7wNgG-3lx9uC1Qih7j2j-B614yxqiMvmzvLlnGJW_8jAuSoT8Lht/s3931/20240211_123550.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2948" data-original-width="3931" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzSFdOjwqTYNMsNqdls0pOF02NYiSxJI5LIYykyDsqB4yrMH584FiLIc-8Q5qh0cuyRRXrjXJ42U4etfxm-G4akR2mF1DeL2Zo4t1jsuK6n-J6YaqAkVsC_zyKH-3Tk7-204KNo3rx7wNgG-3lx9uC1Qih7j2j-B614yxqiMvmzvLlnGJW_8jAuSoT8Lht/w640-h480/20240211_123550.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located on Davie Street between Thurlow and Bute. They are open from 11 every day at the moment until 8 or 9 in the evening.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl124xZhoUMW-CqZv92Ykx0YvgM688e9ByKKg4XRxAyQaXFiD59RA199tPRHS_n2uKvixrTbHMANG6het0O2RBKuaL4QFH87_za-wfDHjpVMJfX9PMrj9n9SuqhjKxQ5kRkBcmjuj5TwFqaMfN_ts36K_Vo7JTw6I5g4XYd6xb3FZJC6ki-6jY_NEBMXQI/s3822/20240211_124739.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2860" data-original-width="3822" height="478" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl124xZhoUMW-CqZv92Ykx0YvgM688e9ByKKg4XRxAyQaXFiD59RA199tPRHS_n2uKvixrTbHMANG6het0O2RBKuaL4QFH87_za-wfDHjpVMJfX9PMrj9n9SuqhjKxQ5kRkBcmjuj5TwFqaMfN_ts36K_Vo7JTw6I5g4XYd6xb3FZJC6ki-6jY_NEBMXQI/w640-h478/20240211_124739.jpg" title="vegan Papaya Seagrapes Salad" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started with a Papaya Seagrapes Salad. We had never tried the tiny sour seagrapes before but they fit into this refreshing salad beautifully. The dressing and papaya were crisp and a little tart while there was what appeared to be jerky (vegan chicken) adding some texture and sweetness. It was all highlighted by mint and peanuts. A beautiful salad.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5Q1FmAc6gidtTK2IBhX6QUr9RnWj2zqYSjhzJRORWJxxa-slLwqWttw4vzaFHtMQzJZVNvtsqu_mq56tVZaeKbRPAbBbcg-IHKhrqJtjdkABH5AnsSnTnWoNKsQpvW54x-N_95alhrTVJr_m0YdM397eGEhnB5fsDQwCXlAdCrUY9u9WJw6cI-OjK_KqG/s4000/20240211_124803.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5Q1FmAc6gidtTK2IBhX6QUr9RnWj2zqYSjhzJRORWJxxa-slLwqWttw4vzaFHtMQzJZVNvtsqu_mq56tVZaeKbRPAbBbcg-IHKhrqJtjdkABH5AnsSnTnWoNKsQpvW54x-N_95alhrTVJr_m0YdM397eGEhnB5fsDQwCXlAdCrUY9u9WJw6cI-OjK_KqG/w640-h480/20240211_124803.jpg" title="vegan Crispy Tofu with Soy Floss" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Carnivores (and former carnivores) are probably familiar with pork floss (I remember it from Hon's menu) but I had never heard of soy floss. The tofu was nicely crispy and the topping was very garlicky. The soy floss added an interesting texture. A nice creative variation on a pretty ubiquitous dish.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjczaT88lOE5m6c2II8Q9LngjqpmzHxv7fgV-vuvbZkZkX-eqkxxN_2WeoWUJwowKnDJNOHLptnG9B-U35VosuTnIBaKnHTMqGP1xNMynGWRXUY5ZQfwqtT3idc-RLmpyW_shPkEh47C0x69GScnFNIoKIb2HNqo2UX4exV45r6kjKiXrRR762KCsvEhykV/s4000/20240211_124528.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjczaT88lOE5m6c2II8Q9LngjqpmzHxv7fgV-vuvbZkZkX-eqkxxN_2WeoWUJwowKnDJNOHLptnG9B-U35VosuTnIBaKnHTMqGP1xNMynGWRXUY5ZQfwqtT3idc-RLmpyW_shPkEh47C0x69GScnFNIoKIb2HNqo2UX4exV45r6kjKiXrRR762KCsvEhykV/w640-h480/20240211_124528.jpg" title="vegan Wok Fried Green Beans" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Wok Fried Green Beans were also impressive. We loved the vegan ground meat which added a nice salty note.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN6n4q4E6y5jmy_vrMUFMX7-HeQh-Vwup9ff4x76jk9Upvrla96Gdsw9LZNN5t0ZC2XPtgzgFv9pH7nCYnJJa5FvyQo3pimNFpQyfGUMvXfbb9zpnN5GHMiohfmOoX0JJ__-eJdxN0yKD8qb_2i_2r3IcaqV5pxGqHuTih4TJ90GFSGR_aOL1ENxh7-08i/s4000/20240211_125904.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN6n4q4E6y5jmy_vrMUFMX7-HeQh-Vwup9ff4x76jk9Upvrla96Gdsw9LZNN5t0ZC2XPtgzgFv9pH7nCYnJJa5FvyQo3pimNFpQyfGUMvXfbb9zpnN5GHMiohfmOoX0JJ__-eJdxN0yKD8qb_2i_2r3IcaqV5pxGqHuTih4TJ90GFSGR_aOL1ENxh7-08i/w640-h480/20240211_125904.jpg" title="vegan Eggplant Claypot" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are 3 clay pot dishes on the menu. The cordyceps dish kind of freaked me out as I had Googled the cordyceps and then kind of psyched myself out of trying them. Are these mushrooms fucking carnivores? The second dish is more tofu which we already had but the third is the Eggplant Claypot. This was a spectacular dish! It was rich and saucy with deeply braised eggplant, onions, basil, peanuts...and a secret sauce! There was vegan chicken which had me asking myself if I was actually eating meat. (I wasn't). Each claypot is served with rice which you kind of need with this rich dish.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq9idJ0M6bqtagb3YamSziCoWNnrJ2qwz3epJXXH6UP_FfwB148HU0rv0ysbVGXkYtmNBq2YCnJiS7KQHe8ZrNGT8NdRBCvKfZEo96WbgbeNj9LrfEMpJsqjDC0H97yqqiH3El6UZb7J0VgaFfZH2T8oxAFUDyX3d7GWCLMhBdio2lk0D6pcPwHx2DrDA8/s4000/20240211_125446.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq9idJ0M6bqtagb3YamSziCoWNnrJ2qwz3epJXXH6UP_FfwB148HU0rv0ysbVGXkYtmNBq2YCnJiS7KQHe8ZrNGT8NdRBCvKfZEo96WbgbeNj9LrfEMpJsqjDC0H97yqqiH3El6UZb7J0VgaFfZH2T8oxAFUDyX3d7GWCLMhBdio2lk0D6pcPwHx2DrDA8/w640-h480/20240211_125446.jpg" title="vegan Curry Laksa" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We gave it to ordering something not so off the beaten track in the Curry Laksa (we love laksa). It was coconutty (could have been a little more so), a little spicy and full of kale noodles, veggies and one impressive vegan shrimp! The shrimp had pretty good texture and a mildly shrimpy taste. Lots of tofu and mushrooms, we were impressed!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir3nBRnM2ulYNToS3Zs-6n0M-50a0PxwdDLbhjgLPTWSW3Lw7_maydfQb9-NKhM9HnQPHFSZbyE2jRsDonA1zlOExwndhMu79doIU804PjBWcrf0ADT59dxNjATPP2yGN7abIEsW75cC9uOgjod_HHumoi9ZWT7bzeVVGA6CMenkhfoaNh_x4SkpJ35i-T/s3788/20240211_123943.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2843" data-original-width="3788" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir3nBRnM2ulYNToS3Zs-6n0M-50a0PxwdDLbhjgLPTWSW3Lw7_maydfQb9-NKhM9HnQPHFSZbyE2jRsDonA1zlOExwndhMu79doIU804PjBWcrf0ADT59dxNjATPP2yGN7abIEsW75cC9uOgjod_HHumoi9ZWT7bzeVVGA6CMenkhfoaNh_x4SkpJ35i-T/w640-h480/20240211_123943.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is a comfortable enough place with a fair bit of seating. Management and servers were friendly and efficient. They wanted our opinions which I would expect from a new restaurant. They are probably still solidifying their long-term menu. There are more interesting items on the menu that we would like to try so we will be back!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-89543074262258481112024-02-09T08:06:00.000-08:002024-02-09T08:06:49.596-08:00Simon Fraser University Dining Commons - Vegan Options<p>I'm not 100% sure how I became aware of SFU Dining Commons. Probably from noodling around on Google Maps. Anyway, it became apparent that there were many vegan options available for the students (reinspires my hope for the future of the planet) and others...24 hours a day and 7 days a week.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlXP13w37PK6ohfkH2sRBh09Gk0flfYZalNXn6_77nWn3IlZfzqgfqydMuN9HSv7Xkx2KBZONXdyYDg4ryclXqKRLgdLH3sVpe6iJu-hx1plK4ggqIXEBwtjNeJa1SGZisCWfyDya3BcoSpJO4meYRH6bkAGddvjfOpD517aAO1Pnkqi7zTQ1rUhYB16oO/s3221/20240203_122137.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2307" data-original-width="3221" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlXP13w37PK6ohfkH2sRBh09Gk0flfYZalNXn6_77nWn3IlZfzqgfqydMuN9HSv7Xkx2KBZONXdyYDg4ryclXqKRLgdLH3sVpe6iJu-hx1plK4ggqIXEBwtjNeJa1SGZisCWfyDya3BcoSpJO4meYRH6bkAGddvjfOpD517aAO1Pnkqi7zTQ1rUhYB16oO/w640-h458/20240203_122137.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We narrowly escaped getting a parking ticket but be aware that some parking company is prowling. I did not see any signage or even a way to pay for parking so either I am stupid (distinctly possible) or this is a way that they provide some extra financing for the university. The entrance to the Dining Commons is down the stars to the right. <span style="text-align: center;">It took a minute or two to figure that out.</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIFe3if4g2mXcerAQdYmZxhZXDUxujv-twjaklhuEhKDouIs_vvdcxYF21dJef9lqH01dAlDnWkfJpsYaFkEnk50nSum08efKFT6rKztCvTsU1bEIPFl-3m-DVeNbapWUYfbdl7TL8ZwmsmcLLeGxTGreoQDJIdsCeqTXqz6fScooXp2qpSGKVJLt0kyvR/s4000/20240203_130953.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIFe3if4g2mXcerAQdYmZxhZXDUxujv-twjaklhuEhKDouIs_vvdcxYF21dJef9lqH01dAlDnWkfJpsYaFkEnk50nSum08efKFT6rKztCvTsU1bEIPFl-3m-DVeNbapWUYfbdl7TL8ZwmsmcLLeGxTGreoQDJIdsCeqTXqz6fScooXp2qpSGKVJLt0kyvR/w640-h480/20240203_130953.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This place is more than a little beautiful lots of with natural light and some lovely lighting fixtures (for the other side of the 24 hours a day). There are all kinds of places where you can consume your consumables from community tables to booths, upstairs and down. There are 10 stations each with</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">cooks either topping up or preparing dishes for the buffet-style stations. We did a quick scout around and decided to give some of the vegan dishes a try.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-BVB-RkE_vyIsMidv9gfvBqvZiGTiSDsbLcPQzEqBMNbA8Wst5rcu5f69CN1SPCDlc8CgYAQXNooPawkMSpKWy34f_7V4jgJSEMvTQWuKpxfkH6XrJvIlGzRw1XM2IZH1VdPn8QLcfuYvfbxY4wnTuvLwOjrpGtG7xpwaGR6tnTr8i5TrWUlfm0JkGKvF/s4000/20240203_125349.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-BVB-RkE_vyIsMidv9gfvBqvZiGTiSDsbLcPQzEqBMNbA8Wst5rcu5f69CN1SPCDlc8CgYAQXNooPawkMSpKWy34f_7V4jgJSEMvTQWuKpxfkH6XrJvIlGzRw1XM2IZH1VdPn8QLcfuYvfbxY4wnTuvLwOjrpGtG7xpwaGR6tnTr8i5TrWUlfm0JkGKvF/w640-h480/20240203_125349.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There is a lot of variety. We tried a barley salad (which was actually a little over-salty), a pulled jackfruit bowl and some Szchezuan stir-fried vegetables.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitFKIH6ktDUrMyqF2v0a0jIavHo9HPeEO_Ac2cj0DEDCoodUsme_qL_ojL-cvX-xI4C5CqJEadYpfQDaZLXnLRVHnSWparHti-sKDqnpnrhGZvnJ990wo2NlSVHS60-toWe6ltkKlDrWisxyuOCpsPY8haPadQU0GCKdFoxqGx_cP4pn329MV0EN3IDf0F/s4000/20240203_123734.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitFKIH6ktDUrMyqF2v0a0jIavHo9HPeEO_Ac2cj0DEDCoodUsme_qL_ojL-cvX-xI4C5CqJEadYpfQDaZLXnLRVHnSWparHti-sKDqnpnrhGZvnJ990wo2NlSVHS60-toWe6ltkKlDrWisxyuOCpsPY8haPadQU0GCKdFoxqGx_cP4pn329MV0EN3IDf0F/w640-h480/20240203_123734.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We also tried a Korean-style tofu thing, some roasted beets and parsnips and a couple of sushi rolls.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2oKc4S-Y_eWgReDd7fjAA4jLOkggnsFDKz3y18TWA7DXLAkvrYH1XCqFVootD1zf_RhGuNf0UB0Opf61KZSbhGIL6ci7YVSN8tichKkVQ7LCqrI0vkVHCCYq0ze3Tv3xRRqIjaySeORqj2QMA-cuhOULs2ltMlWCEzV84-DXa_-HVJjnaazQ02LDPvUo2/s4000/20240203_123743.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2oKc4S-Y_eWgReDd7fjAA4jLOkggnsFDKz3y18TWA7DXLAkvrYH1XCqFVootD1zf_RhGuNf0UB0Opf61KZSbhGIL6ci7YVSN8tichKkVQ7LCqrI0vkVHCCYq0ze3Tv3xRRqIjaySeORqj2QMA-cuhOULs2ltMlWCEzV84-DXa_-HVJjnaazQ02LDPvUo2/w640-h480/20240203_123743.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And a vegan standby (make sure there's no fish sauce), seaweed salad. I think I was able to cover all my food groups in one meal!. Everything was tasty but we found that the spicy things were not overly spicy, probably to suit all kinds of palates. There are desserts and beverages included in your meal price but the vegan dessert options were not exciting.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDEeuisHH3xAMYOH4nqIRf0e7U8sMDyGUCL_EYULKa28lgMqFz9OHtyuQpR4JXudRKg-cVNYpx6sAmjpJKc7JXX8LbfXmRT5bL6YydHZNrnC0v0MrUShu0WsoGHQWmvVr2MtuNgIjIkIv0gQIK5hfogzM8hAM8vgyf4W6fFqlIJ_rr1b0-RlAPQBqORqv9/s4000/20240203_123111.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDEeuisHH3xAMYOH4nqIRf0e7U8sMDyGUCL_EYULKa28lgMqFz9OHtyuQpR4JXudRKg-cVNYpx6sAmjpJKc7JXX8LbfXmRT5bL6YydHZNrnC0v0MrUShu0WsoGHQWmvVr2MtuNgIjIkIv0gQIK5hfogzM8hAM8vgyf4W6fFqlIJ_rr1b0-RlAPQBqORqv9/w640-h480/20240203_123111.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Much of the food is prepared and set up for serving yourself while other items are prepared to order like our jackfruit bowl. And there is no hardship inflicted on the carnivores. In fact, while all this vegan food at a university cafeteria gave me a feeling of optimism, I noticed, anytime I was in line, that the people in front of me were ordering pulled pork or hamburger or whatever. Too bad. I had hoped to see more of the 'Greta effect'.At least the university makes cruelty-free dining possible. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQovQGN2NK6RfKkwLEZJkS7P9oZ1NXAm7uoV4zFg3t5K3BLZ0Re45bpr30WVOYI9jY_67WIarLPzhxkz32ISZtyw8Envgb_poARms9nEAq8UrAkpdVVBHMH4oMoQFTs9nnPIFSmhxraetawKMvVpfoS83gg1uJY03XjeJMvqNgkfZhL9A7Pxz6CFMUZYfJ/s4000/20240203_131727.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQovQGN2NK6RfKkwLEZJkS7P9oZ1NXAm7uoV4zFg3t5K3BLZ0Re45bpr30WVOYI9jY_67WIarLPzhxkz32ISZtyw8Envgb_poARms9nEAq8UrAkpdVVBHMH4oMoQFTs9nnPIFSmhxraetawKMvVpfoS83gg1uJY03XjeJMvqNgkfZhL9A7Pxz6CFMUZYfJ/w640-h480/20240203_131727.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We paid $22.79 each for our lunch (dinner is the same) but there are meal plans available for the students. Anyone living on campus can be well nourished and not have to exist on Mr. Noodles. Well done SFU. This is an excellent concept and all the plant-based options may nudge the next generation in the right direction diet-wise.</div>Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /> <p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-35206886181077739312024-02-05T06:37:00.000-08:002024-02-05T06:37:41.480-08:00Sweet Revenge Bakery & Cafe, Langley - Vegan Options<p>When I first visited SRB almost a year ago, I mentioned that parking is a problem. That was an understatement. If you learn nothing else from this post, pay attention to how to park here. Willowbrook area traffic is a nightmare on Saturday (I can't comment on the rest of the week) so one wrong turn enters you into a maelstrom. If you get yourself to the west side of the bakery, you will find no parking in the building parking lot (I hope they got a good lease deal as all the other first-floor businesses have designated parking spots and they don't). There will be no street parking on 195a and you will end up with a challenge similar to a spawning salmon trying to get back. Instead, from the start, go north from 64 Avenue on 196 Street, and park in the gravel parking lot on the west side of the road, which is within walking distance. Do not veer from these instructions and you will prosper!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5futqmFXh46ZNexLj_vbtWkWTfaeVsSMmYUA06H1R134NSfdII5nRnYL4pte12BPzaw9yEcc4LFxyO4MJ5Ab9FxqHH6Ac7uVKu7Ax1Atq2dF3FOYqB-o0Ms7gc8JSYes4FTujGPO846C3fM44seAx9F0sqfrIu7FhtgAT6H6SVBt_325cgbnL0okAhqC8/s3675/20230305_085124.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2652" data-original-width="3675" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5futqmFXh46ZNexLj_vbtWkWTfaeVsSMmYUA06H1R134NSfdII5nRnYL4pte12BPzaw9yEcc4LFxyO4MJ5Ab9FxqHH6Ac7uVKu7Ax1Atq2dF3FOYqB-o0Ms7gc8JSYes4FTujGPO846C3fM44seAx9F0sqfrIu7FhtgAT6H6SVBt_325cgbnL0okAhqC8/w640-h462/20230305_085124.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you didn't catch that, Sweet Revenge Bakery is located at the corner of 64 Avenue and 196th Street in Langley. If you are a real expert on our blog, you will notice that I am using the same photo (forgot to take an outside photo this time) as the last time that I posted about this place.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNHSDjXKkB2AEKSlJsV85J4N6s60o00-KpBYU0OM0vrqMgglbQ5jIFYyn6KW0Dz35A94q3Q3ofjypHdUUXMRfS5CqdTKt-ME0HWC5uQH8rs5T4JKjAY5aOTLB4ynn-gC9vrCEGyzv4pvnko5kmIeFDQAWmsTiWv4IDEUGzMiahvYoqYLLbSuwg8HUYQGz8/s4000/20240127_130127.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNHSDjXKkB2AEKSlJsV85J4N6s60o00-KpBYU0OM0vrqMgglbQ5jIFYyn6KW0Dz35A94q3Q3ofjypHdUUXMRfS5CqdTKt-ME0HWC5uQH8rs5T4JKjAY5aOTLB4ynn-gC9vrCEGyzv4pvnko5kmIeFDQAWmsTiWv4IDEUGzMiahvYoqYLLbSuwg8HUYQGz8/w640-h480/20240127_130127.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started with a pour over which was rich and amazing. They noted when I ordered that we had decided to share a coffee and were kind enough to bring us 2 cups. That is what I consider top notch service and just human kindness!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXgBsSrbeNyXp4bsTKXwIkpaIeUdUjHRfxIYJf3HAE8osPQU0WWrd2CzN3K2KVSeOUbXPl3IqXcaKn-lDrNLCHEIEDX_iA0h8If-_FCNB8I_LcFLq5qq3wiiyBA34WP3vtpKsCpTEKpTrod7uJK86aww7CrXi9o75TL6NL08hV99qDs3BEY06lTqNxLOWw/s4000/20240127_130017.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXgBsSrbeNyXp4bsTKXwIkpaIeUdUjHRfxIYJf3HAE8osPQU0WWrd2CzN3K2KVSeOUbXPl3IqXcaKn-lDrNLCHEIEDX_iA0h8If-_FCNB8I_LcFLq5qq3wiiyBA34WP3vtpKsCpTEKpTrod7uJK86aww7CrXi9o75TL6NL08hV99qDs3BEY06lTqNxLOWw/w640-h480/20240127_130017.jpg" title="vegan Breakfast Sandwich" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You may have seen this before. They make an outstanding breakfast sandwich and I wanted Mharie to try it hot out of the kitchen. Excellent croissant, tofu egg which was nicely eggy (a little black salt might be the secret), mushroom bacon and some nice melty cheese. A cruelty-free way to start your day!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWbXKY0r1hanDtSsIgg0K8cSf-KDlQ0neU3L6BlfIoyM_EyiZq7kQ20wQQiUOHXG85Wm16v24uABDPdN6XOhR9Yo07pp90mPoxhWQoTCue4yKHGdCsh7DGVfOT3DqnO9Lx4-nnIXFoq2m8Up2rb2fngP4B9q_u6JTlnbu6pVs2hewy6ZNeOkW3nwNLQMQR/s4000/20240127_125921.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWbXKY0r1hanDtSsIgg0K8cSf-KDlQ0neU3L6BlfIoyM_EyiZq7kQ20wQQiUOHXG85Wm16v24uABDPdN6XOhR9Yo07pp90mPoxhWQoTCue4yKHGdCsh7DGVfOT3DqnO9Lx4-nnIXFoq2m8Up2rb2fngP4B9q_u6JTlnbu6pVs2hewy6ZNeOkW3nwNLQMQR/w640-h480/20240127_125921.jpg" title="Soy Curls Bulgogi Philly Cheesesteak" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A soy curls Bulgogi Philly Cheesesteak is a lot to fit into a name but this was another homerun. The bread was great of course (this being a bakery) but the marinated soy curls were very savoury and 'meaty'. With vegan Mozza and a few grilled veggies, you've got a pretty impressive sandwich.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh__dEG89T9imexnfDcWJdeuEp2g57pe4pzBHSwx39eNj9BtGFWfrt7Xkdnca6RrEgpzWYIW0NPpRlfOjneEzdMtwrMUEofQ8nOG5XVxICUxWbHvqkKgXIf_6a6VbtkzOoFA6Q4nJopyNo9BCgEAvslZIJSFe0XCgR0BCOaKtGWJW_LxmJDDk97oohHC0Wg/s4000/20240127_130105.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh__dEG89T9imexnfDcWJdeuEp2g57pe4pzBHSwx39eNj9BtGFWfrt7Xkdnca6RrEgpzWYIW0NPpRlfOjneEzdMtwrMUEofQ8nOG5XVxICUxWbHvqkKgXIf_6a6VbtkzOoFA6Q4nJopyNo9BCgEAvslZIJSFe0XCgR0BCOaKtGWJW_LxmJDDk97oohHC0Wg/w640-h480/20240127_130105.jpg" title="vegan Almond Croissant" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My wife is a croissant fan and she already knew that an Almond Croissant was waiting for her. This one did not disappoint. They have a way with vegan croissants here. The almonds and powdered sugar are just bonuses.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbIa848u3HBnLsGwvmrpbacpQoSA1PD0A3ZZW6a1kQp9dPRR8wM8O2bCvs1qNOQw7g-QUz3lz_vZ1R0hZKRVunF1y6kB-K7akO3X5OrmerjdbV9Pn15MavVzS5psHwDTo7CRsTC6WZ54C2JvbQUrIDwR8o0rP1g2y-aKU4YCabL9ZlznG8wHZVMvv9ITga/s4000/20240127_125945.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbIa848u3HBnLsGwvmrpbacpQoSA1PD0A3ZZW6a1kQp9dPRR8wM8O2bCvs1qNOQw7g-QUz3lz_vZ1R0hZKRVunF1y6kB-K7akO3X5OrmerjdbV9Pn15MavVzS5psHwDTo7CRsTC6WZ54C2JvbQUrIDwR8o0rP1g2y-aKU4YCabL9ZlznG8wHZVMvv9ITga/w640-h480/20240127_125945.jpg" title="vegan cupcake" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I forget what kind of cupcake this is (I've got to start writing stuff down) but vegan with pumpkin seeds and icing and it was great. They have all kinds of vegan baked goods here and the items are clearly marked as such. There are vegan donuts also so I had to avert my eyes or end up with a thousand more calories to go.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX1dm5h8YxVB1e5y4S9PLNhRQ0SKV_WHiDADK-R0Dp1omQv4ATmWXPzF7-bzgeqNrrve1xS4HVqhzsqiLWgHgEDWNzOztL0dqryxbgizltA8AXZl8Bn1v5L17QmuRUlW7BOY0YYx4EpAxCUccpBWon6kF3HbNIbYdKjrn6m5isBDxtQijrhGvCB-ipXJYC/s4000/20240127_130222.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX1dm5h8YxVB1e5y4S9PLNhRQ0SKV_WHiDADK-R0Dp1omQv4ATmWXPzF7-bzgeqNrrve1xS4HVqhzsqiLWgHgEDWNzOztL0dqryxbgizltA8AXZl8Bn1v5L17QmuRUlW7BOY0YYx4EpAxCUccpBWon6kF3HbNIbYdKjrn6m5isBDxtQijrhGvCB-ipXJYC/w640-h480/20240127_130222.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is a cozy little place with seating for 14 or so and a couple of tables outside as well. Very friendly and on-top-of -it staff as well. Yup! We like this place!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /> </div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-4905642142839142792024-02-01T07:45:00.000-08:002024-02-01T07:45:01.609-08:00The Templeton - Vegan Options<p>Considering that I have been a resident of the Lower Mainland for the better part of 60 years , it is shocking to note that I have only finally eaten at The Templeton last weekend!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHueltuVlu3rBLhcoiC8rMlyGaXSJ6fwd7BxU_OOT-DkAxNd_WeRI_yzOko91lV9HzzfGQczmrqBX_hEll4VmcW1AIgC56jtmG0xgPZpDiV5fwxwaCu16xRVOiu_8CCOQFqBzRaZOxrw88IS_SFfEg4c9JTlqd656kS6lMjVezUWErtDNXBy0h-8TKpagI/s3360/20240120_121000.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2520" data-original-width="3360" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHueltuVlu3rBLhcoiC8rMlyGaXSJ6fwd7BxU_OOT-DkAxNd_WeRI_yzOko91lV9HzzfGQczmrqBX_hEll4VmcW1AIgC56jtmG0xgPZpDiV5fwxwaCu16xRVOiu_8CCOQFqBzRaZOxrw88IS_SFfEg4c9JTlqd656kS6lMjVezUWErtDNXBy0h-8TKpagI/w640-h480/20240120_121000.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Templeton has been a diner (albeit under different names and ownership) since 1934. It is very popular with the locals and getting a seat is always challenging but worth the wait. It is one of those places you might expect to see on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives complete with great food and service. They also have quite a few vegan items on their menu!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuKcH2VRB6xgXunCd8MlER98unVUijbMD8797Pl8XA9imsjxVRCnvykgBYFTuDUbDUe-M1wkLBTLYNXACVmFBnm4pui1s3S5N5se1TvHKn3HNQ6KYTL6EOntdaLqzGLPydRe7H_jnBa6GbQ4eWJtEkTCLQUkCc_dmzYI1ykt3VlJTZSwzg0Uadi4kpIngU/s3397/20240120_114808.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2548" data-original-width="3397" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuKcH2VRB6xgXunCd8MlER98unVUijbMD8797Pl8XA9imsjxVRCnvykgBYFTuDUbDUe-M1wkLBTLYNXACVmFBnm4pui1s3S5N5se1TvHKn3HNQ6KYTL6EOntdaLqzGLPydRe7H_jnBa6GbQ4eWJtEkTCLQUkCc_dmzYI1ykt3VlJTZSwzg0Uadi4kpIngU/w640-h480/20240120_114808.jpg" title="vegan Tofu Scramble" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Being as it was in the a.m. on Saturday, breakfast still seemed in order so we decided to try the Vegan Tofu Scramble with Tex Mex seasoning. It came with a side of vegan bacon and rosemary-fried potatoes. The scramble was nicely eggy while the bacon was better than anything that I have tried to make at home (an ongoing quest). There was a side of sourdough toast and vegan butter as well. Nice!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwppPyaUtmayzQdSbCh2S5aEQZfxGzE90zTBfjonnlDZFzh8XF67_6EANyAk_XpP-2Gz5DHD3VK-Ibc7tGPeWgFjn98_mMJ2lBdFMK4Ifs4lTavcW5kE0TMokG5CqrLwDUjg6Nls_cjEhlrt0I-2yHGde5AcHcOPsvUzQSnZaPCCpy-DZ-muu4DYYxkvBl/s4000/20240120_114853.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwppPyaUtmayzQdSbCh2S5aEQZfxGzE90zTBfjonnlDZFzh8XF67_6EANyAk_XpP-2Gz5DHD3VK-Ibc7tGPeWgFjn98_mMJ2lBdFMK4Ifs4lTavcW5kE0TMokG5CqrLwDUjg6Nls_cjEhlrt0I-2yHGde5AcHcOPsvUzQSnZaPCCpy-DZ-muu4DYYxkvBl/w640-h480/20240120_114853.jpg" title="vegan Grilled Cheese and Poutine" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Diners scream Grilled Cheese and the vegan cheese on this one was melty and rich. We ordered it with the vegan Poutine on the side. The gravy was meaty and amazing and Mharie rates it as the best that we have had!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyIFUgZbpZBhyL5EP-YLgfWQi7xQBdsJoGPn_NzCctung4lTluehCaQd9pyys8bwCYJ9N5ci-WYx-JWdA0TctyfGjr1oC1AnkeG7gsO-nDDDqy86syDkxZ7E6apPlMcnogwiMgl6lIfC8aYZsk7cLflz5BIm0xkfJRbCmjxDb2SGzupJwRcRLIS_odj7uW/s4000/20240120_114829.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyIFUgZbpZBhyL5EP-YLgfWQi7xQBdsJoGPn_NzCctung4lTluehCaQd9pyys8bwCYJ9N5ci-WYx-JWdA0TctyfGjr1oC1AnkeG7gsO-nDDDqy86syDkxZ7E6apPlMcnogwiMgl6lIfC8aYZsk7cLflz5BIm0xkfJRbCmjxDb2SGzupJwRcRLIS_odj7uW/w640-h480/20240120_114829.jpg" title="Vegan Burger" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Finally, we got the Vegan Burger with Provolone. We ordered a salad on the side rather than fries, just to give ourselves the impression that we were trying to eat healthy. Actually, the raspberry something dressing on the salad was quite good! I am under the impression that the patty on the burger was house-made but all I know for sure is that it was not Beyond or Impossible. The whole burger was quite impressive including the brioche bun.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0hjUAQfB0Zlpeji7v5yGpixz5axO-o71atYIrZ2d7_6OmT1-V4DRLWJptYkOW664Lf-s3HaQZtcBx52hzjljSSQbhHeuma8hDoVpyt3UFenlRNoWNvawwi79GJn4VW9dKM0ok04VVGxodnNKdY7obiR31pV1fK-uyczzZTMpNOA87DYLqCWrm-QtkAjIV/s3780/20240120_120936.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2698" data-original-width="3780" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0hjUAQfB0Zlpeji7v5yGpixz5axO-o71atYIrZ2d7_6OmT1-V4DRLWJptYkOW664Lf-s3HaQZtcBx52hzjljSSQbhHeuma8hDoVpyt3UFenlRNoWNvawwi79GJn4VW9dKM0ok04VVGxodnNKdY7obiR31pV1fK-uyczzZTMpNOA87DYLqCWrm-QtkAjIV/w640-h456/20240120_120936.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are even a few more vegan items on the menu which is great. Service was also pretty impressive. We loved the old table top jukeboxes but we were kind of glad they didn't work. If they did, I would have been tempted to play, " What's New Pussycat" over and over.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 pit of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-59618794871315141422024-01-28T10:37:00.000-08:002024-01-28T10:38:05.027-08:00India's Most Wanted - Aldergrove Vegan Options<p>We visited India's Most Wanted when it first opened at the beginning of 2022 and found it quite impressive but that was in my pre-vegan days. Most Indian restaurants can produce decent vegan eats but if you're serious about it, you need to be very clear and communicative to make sure there is no dairy or ghee (butter) as not everyone seems to understand what plant-based actually means. IMW has been good enough to mark vegan items on their menu (although the printed menu and the online menu differ and I am still confused about what Vaades even refers to) but even still, there are paneer items marked as vegan (at least on the online menu)!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikAl4KVX7GINUn-l9rOsmQpHEXhbFJke11AHilJdL68ZpP-K4mzR0tnGZ26S8O-xNERXqn0NRDCJ2r2d9ArRCG4t1RwosCdLx9WAiREDwa03QIkBIrBLDG7Ahy_1VgwN0Hb_IuA8hs4hkFYJA_ogrkR4WEwWicP6VxcvALExqAXHbbJ0gs3Zb-qg8JyGQL/s3193/20240107_121016.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2394" data-original-width="3193" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikAl4KVX7GINUn-l9rOsmQpHEXhbFJke11AHilJdL68ZpP-K4mzR0tnGZ26S8O-xNERXqn0NRDCJ2r2d9ArRCG4t1RwosCdLx9WAiREDwa03QIkBIrBLDG7Ahy_1VgwN0Hb_IuA8hs4hkFYJA_ogrkR4WEwWicP6VxcvALExqAXHbbJ0gs3Zb-qg8JyGQL/w640-h480/20240107_121016.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We decided to stop by again as it is close by and we really do like the vibe. We thought we'd try some of their plant-based items.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWuWS3w_pTpeZvG-6AhU-PR-SSuvupgf6qs4LZOULXwCxHF__aFumrDQIpWZLl6bORXGJ6PLhEx2DstGTfFm4Kta2HOVEG4j-uETAw5CO4oycZq-_tIdfpsCqgv_TnOv6WK-73TzyZqCEicYkGXbUkWQ37WhubU4rkV0VyEeXdtLKASxJmv8Z9oqWxqiNm/s3491/20240107_123810.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2618" data-original-width="3491" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWuWS3w_pTpeZvG-6AhU-PR-SSuvupgf6qs4LZOULXwCxHF__aFumrDQIpWZLl6bORXGJ6PLhEx2DstGTfFm4Kta2HOVEG4j-uETAw5CO4oycZq-_tIdfpsCqgv_TnOv6WK-73TzyZqCEicYkGXbUkWQ37WhubU4rkV0VyEeXdtLKASxJmv8Z9oqWxqiNm/w640-h480/20240107_123810.jpg" title="vegan Samosa Chaat" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started with the Tik Tok Samosa Chaat. I'm not sure what the TikTok part of the name is about. Perhaps this dish is blowing up there. At any rate, this is the ultimate comfort dish. Everyone loves samosas so why not bury them in more tasty stuff including tamarind chutney, onions, and roasted chickpeas until it becomes a messy comforting bowl with some samosas in there somewhere. Very good!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibLPkMBXRNTWIS4Qc_motk3SbUdSFErTgJeUbCT1h4viLLA8OfFjt0tEbya40OlWctp0YYv8SfqCGeVKXKTeMrCop0whP-TCWV9qi5Pbcvs5tCCWTak_ZBzDzYnghx45FSfuD_QAp0KtffEVYGd8R7ZF_R6W1v2rin6k7Dso3mFX9mBHzNhR3V9xzz_jFb/s4000/20240107_123124.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibLPkMBXRNTWIS4Qc_motk3SbUdSFErTgJeUbCT1h4viLLA8OfFjt0tEbya40OlWctp0YYv8SfqCGeVKXKTeMrCop0whP-TCWV9qi5Pbcvs5tCCWTak_ZBzDzYnghx45FSfuD_QAp0KtffEVYGd8R7ZF_R6W1v2rin6k7Dso3mFX9mBHzNhR3V9xzz_jFb/w640-h480/20240107_123124.jpg" title="vegan Veg Manchurian" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I know we are getting boring, ordering this dish everywhere we go (and making it at home), but Veg Manchurian is one of our favourite things. It is an Indo-Chinese dish of veggie balls (See? Don't ever need to make meatballs). The sauce is based on soy ginger and garlic. This was a very good version although I don't think that we have never had a bad one.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiexpRGx5XoAG_nGRElTcczizIIAjju9znhQrOvN3ii-u9vhzHwKtyMBzM85taQptyi1sm5TAoVihFCOargQz94qfEW-0s3sifjcq4ci9WU1adh6LitRcmk3KZu2SkW5zyKrrFrBVoyk8HdgFXiFMsOTRyZ6uiY9CjhmHw-_f9gPjbsidTPtw40-S8tQeFw/s4000/20240107_125649.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiexpRGx5XoAG_nGRElTcczizIIAjju9znhQrOvN3ii-u9vhzHwKtyMBzM85taQptyi1sm5TAoVihFCOargQz94qfEW-0s3sifjcq4ci9WU1adh6LitRcmk3KZu2SkW5zyKrrFrBVoyk8HdgFXiFMsOTRyZ6uiY9CjhmHw-_f9gPjbsidTPtw40-S8tQeFw/w640-h480/20240107_125649.jpg" title="vegan Chickpeas and Potatoes" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next we ordered the Khatte Anardane Ke Aloo Chole and I'll admit it was partly because of the name. This was chickpeas and potatoes with roasted cumin, ginger and pomegranate. Another very comforting and tasty dish.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPAeMcK9-B1d238KlEm14dyjAEjCKOeLhVntKROJspl65PSGd9EtNhRIKx9ixT5er2M9PC8Lnlljtw6CxwqPBH_G_76sGveMvOc6CdgHj4LaW_38WF4diZn-YMplf12I4uVDDiJozIncDYvDDLxp-Ftd6gNX8bNEtTXnNSblW5jzfjVm114bviiEGRlj2p/s4000/20240107_125627.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPAeMcK9-B1d238KlEm14dyjAEjCKOeLhVntKROJspl65PSGd9EtNhRIKx9ixT5er2M9PC8Lnlljtw6CxwqPBH_G_76sGveMvOc6CdgHj4LaW_38WF4diZn-YMplf12I4uVDDiJozIncDYvDDLxp-Ftd6gNX8bNEtTXnNSblW5jzfjVm114bviiEGRlj2p/w640-h480/20240107_125627.jpg" title="vegan Coconut Curry with Mushrooms" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Always keen on coconut curries, we tried the Cape Malay Coconut Curry with Mushrooms which was very tasty. I'm not sure if I have seen mushrooms in an Indian dish before but it certainly worked and added substance to the dish. Incidentally, the Cape Malays are an ethnic group in South Africa (that's why I couldn't find it on a map). We give some points for reaching beyond the usual Indian restaurant menu line up!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9g0nE27iARoU6Zm3TWOyDZM5nTLYAS0e0n_ipLT7r2XtdiPffigeNFicbDXyW1iAvVi8AMqbQQJYoNHevUPW-3cXNOf-BlkVyCJRC3Edp5mdfpqjnbRSXZPr20I_iBohFGVpr2Rtc2Qk4QiuXBkmKMFdq-NkU0Xr9-XhPpbDSCj2nQhCf3S791bfFiMCQ/s4000/20240107_125705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9g0nE27iARoU6Zm3TWOyDZM5nTLYAS0e0n_ipLT7r2XtdiPffigeNFicbDXyW1iAvVi8AMqbQQJYoNHevUPW-3cXNOf-BlkVyCJRC3Edp5mdfpqjnbRSXZPr20I_iBohFGVpr2Rtc2Qk4QiuXBkmKMFdq-NkU0Xr9-XhPpbDSCj2nQhCf3S791bfFiMCQ/w640-h480/20240107_125705.jpg" title="vegan Garlic Naan" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">No Indian meal is complete without bread and they did a pretty good vegan Garlic Naan.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip_8-kvw1g8Mp6Po0d6mJYmqjtKlvkpjvmB4VbOxa9lj6TZyHfG0ERmBx9Rk3r4hgu6MMdNtmah1gRKpUX8E2ph0EIJuA-ROYhgNIkEZbrM73bjWPt9z19aMCCatWB-AeVR9W1Nor28LBBftwmes7m4xRA8V9FxKHEyYWmnCjItAShm_gxAJI6SYX-tacp/s3803/20240107_122015.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2852" data-original-width="3803" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip_8-kvw1g8Mp6Po0d6mJYmqjtKlvkpjvmB4VbOxa9lj6TZyHfG0ERmBx9Rk3r4hgu6MMdNtmah1gRKpUX8E2ph0EIJuA-ROYhgNIkEZbrM73bjWPt9z19aMCCatWB-AeVR9W1Nor28LBBftwmes7m4xRA8V9FxKHEyYWmnCjItAShm_gxAJI6SYX-tacp/w640-h480/20240107_122015.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Comfy and classy, this is a very nice dinning experience and we're happy they are catering a little bit to us in the growing plant-based crowd.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">BTW, I just noticed that we have been rated #19 on the Feesdspot.com list of best food blogs to follow in 2024! How about that! Well, you heard them, follow us on this blog and on Insta....please.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-30733862327369660532024-01-25T07:25:00.000-08:002024-01-25T07:25:18.423-08:00Ben & Esther's Vegan Jewish Deli - Portland, Oregon<p>Ben and Esther's was our last stop for vegan eats on our little winter Oregon jaunt. We went on a Thursday afternoon and I don't know if it is traditionally Jewish deli day or what but the first thing that they told us when we walked in, was that they had been pillaged by the lunchtime crowd! We were a little surprised and disappointed that they had completely run out of their marble-rye bread but they expressed a willingness to be flexible and mix and match as necessary to feed us.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVC3WizoO68BDQpXyWLtUnY6CabxVy_rfaLnACNh0HN6kTWF4SMHzoXRhpxfLpy_RBAmfqORx23OsWWgoVXp0ALQuP9gPOQtHo0eeM3qbx0U1ttcXRK4nmPEXO5n9XBEaxt7My3mmRCQCJhQMKxyvBNrLdZnlCGTevJSi-riryllt215gEmrP0o4V7wUMJ/s4000/20231228_132858.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVC3WizoO68BDQpXyWLtUnY6CabxVy_rfaLnACNh0HN6kTWF4SMHzoXRhpxfLpy_RBAmfqORx23OsWWgoVXp0ALQuP9gPOQtHo0eeM3qbx0U1ttcXRK4nmPEXO5n9XBEaxt7My3mmRCQCJhQMKxyvBNrLdZnlCGTevJSi-riryllt215gEmrP0o4V7wUMJ/w640-h480/20231228_132858.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">B & E is located at 1800 NE Alberta Street, another picturesque area, great for drifting aimlessly and enjoying the environs. We grabbed our eats to go this time as we had eaten not long before but didn't wnt to be driving back and forth from our hotel.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisxeT9h4eWkLtpYj8ySYLzdKyGPCk8UwScdV0PpzZYqyqfod-OVUeeYo-g0Eq575oMEnzKUlYDP05q7eul6G1b4v-VFn9cpVEjwOlmv19GEdmvLKFo3JkALkiw1g6Zzoe08CU5dWNHMxWQqsRFD3BoAHJ6kOuV2M384ZgBXFZvA_jXl3H9yeMuid6pPPax/s4000/20231228_144255.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisxeT9h4eWkLtpYj8ySYLzdKyGPCk8UwScdV0PpzZYqyqfod-OVUeeYo-g0Eq575oMEnzKUlYDP05q7eul6G1b4v-VFn9cpVEjwOlmv19GEdmvLKFo3JkALkiw1g6Zzoe08CU5dWNHMxWQqsRFD3BoAHJ6kOuV2M384ZgBXFZvA_jXl3H9yeMuid6pPPax/w640-h480/20231228_144255.jpg" title="vegan Lizzo Bagel" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We decided to start with a 'Lizzo' Bagel. Their choice of bagels was quite limited due to the lunch run so our sandwich wasn't a true Lizzo with a jalapeno bagel. Still, everything else was true to the singer's preferences i.e. bacon, cheese, egg and a bacon-scallion schmear. This was a great breakfast sandwich and I'm certain that no carnivore would be able to tell that it was cruelty-free.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1-jJrkvIwyL1vu32txFVgAbckraLw3GCxb4u0s1D0XBwI1AXNpIUXc640dhbkPTpCOeZSNWJGXpr98__DyxIMm4bIAHNOkwipUA3iE0lxxepiy_mUDLe5L0ebN4yfWd1a8BGa3vCuMcnM58fSnKN9oqYabz_6M64oAEj7xGBex50f0mVwS4SI8ZNsONT/s4000/20231228_143914.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1-jJrkvIwyL1vu32txFVgAbckraLw3GCxb4u0s1D0XBwI1AXNpIUXc640dhbkPTpCOeZSNWJGXpr98__DyxIMm4bIAHNOkwipUA3iE0lxxepiy_mUDLe5L0ebN4yfWd1a8BGa3vCuMcnM58fSnKN9oqYabz_6M64oAEj7xGBex50f0mVwS4SI8ZNsONT/w640-h480/20231228_143914.jpg" title="vegan Knish" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm not sure why I keep ordering knishes when I am at a deli (to be honest, I rarely get to real Jewish delis so this is only like the 3rd time), because they never really amaze me. Its basically mashed potato in dough. It sounds so much more exotic but, meh!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimANfOYu3T1X3lcakN3s7XPLBDh1_UZauX6IMpOVWfDLMB2I1YPT9WEK_Tjvzmp3ZLDQto8JQy4iFghA8yo7baQD-irxdecoJL1QQUgSyyZv2ZuU8hzU1yiaa4150h2XifFu62nLTDpY-QD3mVQ95iNrIQx__HsiLsP9RQvM-YoKaFxZE8K_FMWqv-zvHF/s4000/20231228_144020.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimANfOYu3T1X3lcakN3s7XPLBDh1_UZauX6IMpOVWfDLMB2I1YPT9WEK_Tjvzmp3ZLDQto8JQy4iFghA8yo7baQD-irxdecoJL1QQUgSyyZv2ZuU8hzU1yiaa4150h2XifFu62nLTDpY-QD3mVQ95iNrIQx__HsiLsP9RQvM-YoKaFxZE8K_FMWqv-zvHF/w640-h480/20231228_144020.jpg" title="vegan Potato Salad" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Potatoe Salad is definitely another Jewish Deli thing for me. Making it without egg or mayo (more egg) is a bit of a trick but this was quite good.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjjY_Hj-CfMAC2t4RPWHpVuD_mD8ImSH5aKw-TPkK-vsM7YR96dxi2ccmbkGb0WStpntyN7E_MXZEagRHydFhyzx5QLWlK-A_Ov61pAKXtD7xbu_HH0hvHclAe8lxFlv5aZkDlElKj0mR2FwBCBJJMw-RgbVpKdUjQB-aKQW16FOOlKK3HWbtfxWGzBiKZ/s4000/20231228_144935.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjjY_Hj-CfMAC2t4RPWHpVuD_mD8ImSH5aKw-TPkK-vsM7YR96dxi2ccmbkGb0WStpntyN7E_MXZEagRHydFhyzx5QLWlK-A_Ov61pAKXtD7xbu_HH0hvHclAe8lxFlv5aZkDlElKj0mR2FwBCBJJMw-RgbVpKdUjQB-aKQW16FOOlKK3HWbtfxWGzBiKZ/w640-h480/20231228_144935.jpg" title="vegan Benny's Brisket" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was looking forward to Benny's Brisket on marble-rye but they were out of that. They agreed to make the sandwich on a hoagie which worked out pretty well. I'm not sure what the meat was (seitan? soy?) but it was pretty inspired. This was a beefy sandwich. With Swiss, mushrooms, horseradish and grilled onions, this was a hit. It came with a nice big spear of dill pickle as well.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY9DjB_43EuU8kj0Gep_Q6JTUr0KFVx_3G8JZxkLERbuYpnEyxeuO6SiI7kdUA3qnTOqiM1OoeknfTkpbCfis2Lr9qTHhTBqyepT4LERqnxHeB3QmgP4bcFIdSii1OdipZpWShKj616Qy_WOimdrzmOWuG8kPUh92Stbxmd7ft6uWks8HGYv1J_2c1Uv9n/s4000/20231230_071253.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY9DjB_43EuU8kj0Gep_Q6JTUr0KFVx_3G8JZxkLERbuYpnEyxeuO6SiI7kdUA3qnTOqiM1OoeknfTkpbCfis2Lr9qTHhTBqyepT4LERqnxHeB3QmgP4bcFIdSii1OdipZpWShKj616Qy_WOimdrzmOWuG8kPUh92Stbxmd7ft6uWks8HGYv1J_2c1Uv9n/w640-h480/20231230_071253.jpg" title="vegan Matzo Ball Soup" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Matzo Ball Soup is another one of those iconic Jewish deli things that you have to order. We enjoyed this a lot as it was homey and warming and could have been something your mother fed you on a rainy day whether she was Jewish or not.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe3HDZ3NOHZ1d9XA5YQoXgegaP5IBRPM5v0CqpmuTqm8ppfvr7dwrzK_t7kSKOV7FqIHhuKoHS0cesA8egKXece72qzFQNcqR-NWimRiH3KIwvY3JmphGlHtT0gVlZb1FerkwxkOqw7M3tnD5-Sj-Qlyc_s6BguMuZwPp7V67MtzI6JCs-w6iT42bnsF9a/s4000/20231228_144618.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe3HDZ3NOHZ1d9XA5YQoXgegaP5IBRPM5v0CqpmuTqm8ppfvr7dwrzK_t7kSKOV7FqIHhuKoHS0cesA8egKXece72qzFQNcqR-NWimRiH3KIwvY3JmphGlHtT0gVlZb1FerkwxkOqw7M3tnD5-Sj-Qlyc_s6BguMuZwPp7V67MtzI6JCs-w6iT42bnsF9a/w640-h480/20231228_144618.jpg" title="vegan Cookie" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Finally, we shared a cookie. Sort of an apricot or peach filled short-bread thing. It was pretty tasty. Should have gotten a few more.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix6N-M5mS6_JmsL_SyFG12vOl4LEhl40GYtZLVCpUDQBXkJnqKsv780QMz-o8sR8PdEfI8kFrdG9i5v5y7Of34OOllTn3MhW8wA7gHw-AahdXEXTvA2sd8YZFID4-V9UYhQfZ_Cmok8Ym5_DqwbphF3o-5GgtLeNUx2hFCriwDiEwdFB7L2W0bF5LBnvaL/s4000/20231228_134441.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix6N-M5mS6_JmsL_SyFG12vOl4LEhl40GYtZLVCpUDQBXkJnqKsv780QMz-o8sR8PdEfI8kFrdG9i5v5y7Of34OOllTn3MhW8wA7gHw-AahdXEXTvA2sd8YZFID4-V9UYhQfZ_Cmok8Ym5_DqwbphF3o-5GgtLeNUx2hFCriwDiEwdFB7L2W0bF5LBnvaL/w640-h480/20231228_134441.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So we found this all to be fairly impressive with a lot of creativity shown to reproduce the deli favourites but cruelty-free. Its not hard to see why they would get wiped out at lunchtime. I would thnk that arriving early is the wise strategy. I was impressed by the server's willingness to put together whatever they had left to feed us!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div></div></div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-35681858288226622242024-01-20T07:22:00.000-08:002024-01-20T07:22:08.066-08:00Dirty Lettuce - Plant-Based Southern Eats - Portland, Oregon<p>This day started with a visit to one of my favourite Portland places and again, Mharie had never been so we had to go! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQzqRb3f-kbPvEtz9AnuA6I7chvBuIwZ1b69ELLMbAl0-4B4dIXzr4fzx9SoThwMJR1ayn_S9UgJ3XXZB7kOSWXIX34w15Mm7wuJQkodQW94dYR6yhBtrqK1Z2W7VxKrEjzl5KOtf1fWdyE-OKvF3-qOr0OxocyaSd7caBAfaJmLTJlpg7fSU2g9HmhL1a/s3717/20231228_105051.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2785" data-original-width="3717" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQzqRb3f-kbPvEtz9AnuA6I7chvBuIwZ1b69ELLMbAl0-4B4dIXzr4fzx9SoThwMJR1ayn_S9UgJ3XXZB7kOSWXIX34w15Mm7wuJQkodQW94dYR6yhBtrqK1Z2W7VxKrEjzl5KOtf1fWdyE-OKvF3-qOr0OxocyaSd7caBAfaJmLTJlpg7fSU2g9HmhL1a/w640-h480/20231228_105051.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Portland Japanese Garden is part of a huge complex that includes the Oregon Zoo and Hoyt Arboretum. It is easily accessed on transit but today we paid for parking since the rest of our day is more easily accessed by car. We read a comment by someone (not just a random but someone who would know) who rated this as the best Japanese Garden outside of Japan. It is peaceful and beautiful and begs you to meditate. So meditate we did but soon thoughts of vegan soul food crept into our consciousness.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnMsE0hVpFGMpnxmhrJEtJ3GnB8G-QXBRiMwdeRPP95DnTq1myCaC7krdgjwhuNsKBYgvmKC6YJ2pQ065mz7Yw6zR4YNXJapHvkS4fwYLutH7vc-CPmh3p2W9rch_Lw-Kl6pUIWUMUFc8-RBapt3T-Oihx2JvhapgX9VKB213yHAOAKgts8cVZ_y6bFF5N/s3648/20231228_121430.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2736" data-original-width="3648" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnMsE0hVpFGMpnxmhrJEtJ3GnB8G-QXBRiMwdeRPP95DnTq1myCaC7krdgjwhuNsKBYgvmKC6YJ2pQ065mz7Yw6zR4YNXJapHvkS4fwYLutH7vc-CPmh3p2W9rch_Lw-Kl6pUIWUMUFc8-RBapt3T-Oihx2JvhapgX9VKB213yHAOAKgts8cVZ_y6bFF5N/w640-h480/20231228_121430.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Dirty Lettuce is located near NE 42nd on NE Freemont in a picturesque maybe trendy or touristy area. It was easy to find street parking (of course it was Thursday afternoon). It's a nice area for a post-lunch stroll and we would definitely need it.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz41dSbSGH5jtCtCg4vVQx26E3niy0t2SgJPtrtU_AAaVONGXKbcpsdV78-uWWjJljE36hvDIOo-4xOBkQTBlR8bBl_fGSKJaXyUFt6izQjzGYkl3gAc0P2DwoGDHKfgQc2tHEschPvydPYP4QYkeKyDsfG8m5IrmhORQsmnn2dk27vkoET65Sn6N1PN08/s4000/20231228_125305.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz41dSbSGH5jtCtCg4vVQx26E3niy0t2SgJPtrtU_AAaVONGXKbcpsdV78-uWWjJljE36hvDIOo-4xOBkQTBlR8bBl_fGSKJaXyUFt6izQjzGYkl3gAc0P2DwoGDHKfgQc2tHEschPvydPYP4QYkeKyDsfG8m5IrmhORQsmnn2dk27vkoET65Sn6N1PN08/w640-h480/20231228_125305.jpg" title="vegan Fried Chicken Basket" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our strategy was to try everything that we could and as I always say, we eat healthy at home. While we ordered a couple of plates with sides, to fit the fried chicken in, we ordered a basket which came with fries. Everything that we tried was made with seitan and tasted similar (although seitan like tofu is a palate to which you add flavours, like chicken flavour) but in each case it was the coating that counted. In this case the fried chicken coating was mouthwatering like your favourite f.c. and crispy. We chose their house comeback sauce for our fries which was amazing.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7nBSTCpOB-QZ_WfL0doZ0HulYi_mI9for2mTqYWaUgH5RdICPWPSsrJtKdlaVqjUD8wDHZKXwjqbu1JXAVr-xw1ZpOAZCtM-dbp3ybpN71XtAFTxy_Mxd49yY5THsQs92aMTCgnZF9faiESPCFd08bjQvDmH8IOKHEi7LeEkIVH8kq6TaqyJMMH5IxN3u/s4000/20231228_125048.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7nBSTCpOB-QZ_WfL0doZ0HulYi_mI9for2mTqYWaUgH5RdICPWPSsrJtKdlaVqjUD8wDHZKXwjqbu1JXAVr-xw1ZpOAZCtM-dbp3ybpN71XtAFTxy_Mxd49yY5THsQs92aMTCgnZF9faiESPCFd08bjQvDmH8IOKHEi7LeEkIVH8kq6TaqyJMMH5IxN3u/w640-h480/20231228_125048.jpg" title="vegan Fried Catfish Plate" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next up was the Fried Catfish Plate which was the most amazing of all! Plates come with your choice of sides and we ordered the southern fried squash and the Infamous Bowl. The cornmeal crust on the catfish was legendary and could have fooled the most dedicated catfish eater. The I.B. is infamous for a reason. On a bowl of mashed potatoes there are chicken nuggets and corn, smothered in gravy. This side dish really deserves its own blog post!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibTryZ4do31pqjfsnCxYT5iutEBxkQWGGs46ew1UbOftWzuk-jX0fxyF0as3ITpH2uTWkmn4Mvh5V4O30XQppXHmzvqAaTHT87uAo1L2w_QLytsmR6Bx4XfX5ywJ11AsR6FNvkXkiDa2-s3tKh05V2kGYDanQqz-VlutMxAZPhZQwSnH1Cb4n3dArTpM8W/s3719/20231228_125301.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2901" data-original-width="3719" height="500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibTryZ4do31pqjfsnCxYT5iutEBxkQWGGs46ew1UbOftWzuk-jX0fxyF0as3ITpH2uTWkmn4Mvh5V4O30XQppXHmzvqAaTHT87uAo1L2w_QLytsmR6Bx4XfX5ywJ11AsR6FNvkXkiDa2-s3tKh05V2kGYDanQqz-VlutMxAZPhZQwSnH1Cb4n3dArTpM8W/w640-h500/20231228_125301.jpg" title="vegan BBQ Rib Plate" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Finally, we had the BBQ Rib Plate. Vegan ribs can be challenging but we think that these are the best that we have had. They were fall off the bone (?) tender and smokey and the sauce was sweet and a little spicy. I'm not in a position to argue Kansas versus Memphis, I just know they were very good. With excellent cornbread and tasty long cooked greens this was another amazing plate. There was plenty that we could not finish and a lot of food went home with us.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiZAawI_4Rt6IQZu0x63vFgo70Oqx36ZKl8WWUR_IJdvo0gf1fh3yLrg1y9zwtpWIrG_jQuJCv9kDwvz-3K8ncVNicGc-P0N5O5a2jEeaXbTJg4ydvf2IyGDQuRxoXa7GqinE7KoSNLNUR29oBDljGapEnPjE8R8dzA2Dvl6gkl6AlO5E_yCw23glbphKi/s4000/20231228_122546.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiZAawI_4Rt6IQZu0x63vFgo70Oqx36ZKl8WWUR_IJdvo0gf1fh3yLrg1y9zwtpWIrG_jQuJCv9kDwvz-3K8ncVNicGc-P0N5O5a2jEeaXbTJg4ydvf2IyGDQuRxoXa7GqinE7KoSNLNUR29oBDljGapEnPjE8R8dzA2Dvl6gkl6AlO5E_yCw23glbphKi/w640-h480/20231228_122546.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It feels a little like you've been invited into somebodies kitchen for a meal (presumably someone southern), with mismatched wooden chairs and tables and older wooden floors. The word charming comes to mind. Our server was welcoming and helpful. This is our favourite new place in a very long time! Come here! This could not have been more enjoyable!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-12673980237289621572024-01-16T06:58:00.000-08:002024-01-16T06:58:35.748-08:00Veggie Grill - Beaverton, Oregon<p>After lunch at Lilli, a little kicking around downtown Portland (is it just me, or winter, or does the downtown seem a little beat up these days?), then a pleasant nap and dip in the hot tub back at our hotel in Hillsboro, we emerged and sought nourishment again. I had spied Mas Veggies on Google Maps, not far away from us in Beaverton and had checked out and approved their vegan taco menu! So off we went and bonus; there turned out to be a branch of Powells Books across the parking lot.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBO22JwCa5mz_JbYJBYfLtqhQKGBAc4GudAvzHoinEN7jgOh6Fn_UE0IFszvRh10qhRcJndpvgivXW4vJfWvzs3CZzfqYvdkXuM3wlrTRrYheNrJsPAfc8nn8QhSVWa46EQBaqyFwHuK3yapj898pjW88l4jg3ghtODRX1xH4isugIH8Nh6B_8gt19zNwj/s3159/20231227_173136.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2100" data-original-width="3159" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBO22JwCa5mz_JbYJBYfLtqhQKGBAc4GudAvzHoinEN7jgOh6Fn_UE0IFszvRh10qhRcJndpvgivXW4vJfWvzs3CZzfqYvdkXuM3wlrTRrYheNrJsPAfc8nn8QhSVWa46EQBaqyFwHuK3yapj898pjW88l4jg3ghtODRX1xH4isugIH8Nh6B_8gt19zNwj/w640-h426/20231227_173136.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What we didn't find was Mas Veggies but rather Veggie Grill. I was a little confused but I can't really complain as we had tried and enjoyed Veggie Grill in Seattle. Does anyone know what happened to Mas Veggies? We know they are connected as that is what we were told by the staff. Anyway, no problem.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzSu9ThG3BjNJeMXz0Aoyzni5_IAlaUoD__oiA7TiLpKsGFwSfdyovH89DP68wmFd_8E4kAJYwJvNRRdEvAc1oRmOe4vAGvEFcBcPP51DLfbzlh4QSselaoG_Tx-A-Cbr-EWdRReZXukD0fpOhiO2B9hG6fjCCWUy-EVumQoV8Wh5euVZoOu74a-HzVFlT/s4000/20231227_175339.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzSu9ThG3BjNJeMXz0Aoyzni5_IAlaUoD__oiA7TiLpKsGFwSfdyovH89DP68wmFd_8E4kAJYwJvNRRdEvAc1oRmOe4vAGvEFcBcPP51DLfbzlh4QSselaoG_Tx-A-Cbr-EWdRReZXukD0fpOhiO2B9hG6fjCCWUy-EVumQoV8Wh5euVZoOu74a-HzVFlT/w640-h480/20231227_175339.jpg" title="vegan Caesar Salad" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It feels like we ordered the same thing as last time (in Seattle). I could have just looked it up on our blog here but that seemed like a lot of work. So we started with a Caesar Salad, which is kind of a big deal if you don't consume animal products. Parmesan and Caesar Dressing typically are made with the said animal stuff so when we find someone who is making it without, it is always a treat. They did a good job on this and used quite a bit of kale.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiomonrK0oHRQ6v6B9kl2AdobMNXodYp8d9FKOkIaJI2RZerpmpH-f-_sxocIwfzhMZkFf5OxBqcOo41zJXAgjCbKtd6_2JJZekiINRAI04WbYD_t82y1PmJa0Q5KNqiF0jT9R8Avw6Jp-ZDRmbS5cVDpUFiF3WXvst_uwZ6dZWx2wLBuaMMZyZC-oEPEt4/s3659/20231227_175446.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2571" data-original-width="3659" height="450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiomonrK0oHRQ6v6B9kl2AdobMNXodYp8d9FKOkIaJI2RZerpmpH-f-_sxocIwfzhMZkFf5OxBqcOo41zJXAgjCbKtd6_2JJZekiINRAI04WbYD_t82y1PmJa0Q5KNqiF0jT9R8Avw6Jp-ZDRmbS5cVDpUFiF3WXvst_uwZ6dZWx2wLBuaMMZyZC-oEPEt4/w640-h450/20231227_175446.jpg" title="vegan Lentil Soup" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We had a small Housemade Lentil Soup to round things out. They did well with this as well although, we basically live on lentils so I can't claim that it struck us exotic, just comforting.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuYSFL0d6vvqSBv9NEN2RhkLgr6OrpGMRik1RlXCPCukid-Rj7lu8gCTE5uVInV-CFQeASi_xEGHYuAv8tGQqn_hFMmvfrw-XwOW_XzJlkF_i4TzjMFaHD469ccKGUI6g057QfruWSvRW9lRtSfM2kxpDZ4JJsr0ES6cbaqNMPO9UYIjquE6mqU8sh_2rX/s4000/20231227_175325.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuYSFL0d6vvqSBv9NEN2RhkLgr6OrpGMRik1RlXCPCukid-Rj7lu8gCTE5uVInV-CFQeASi_xEGHYuAv8tGQqn_hFMmvfrw-XwOW_XzJlkF_i4TzjMFaHD469ccKGUI6g057QfruWSvRW9lRtSfM2kxpDZ4JJsr0ES6cbaqNMPO9UYIjquE6mqU8sh_2rX/w640-h480/20231227_175325.jpg" title="vegan Steak Fajita Quesadilla" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next, we tried something that was labelled as "new" on their menu namely the Steak Fajita Quesadilla! Made with Beyond Steak and shredded cheddar, grilled veggies and all the other stuff, we have to say that this was quite good. The steak bits seemed to have a really good texture and we enjoyed the taste although we wouldn't call it beefy!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFXkDWs-ff3e13Gbb7u1W0XzT9WO-76_ajCf311Z2L0wh1EdjWzWVHtKQvrjEnTIbVMklh-3AButgUL1coJhIASXGCUMC312V1-vucGqek62t9zQ_LVSMCXGxlfPz2CLr3V0l8vUfa_M1KuaDeGO-tqPe5bNedYwIX6sMYumNxMdL9GpXCVfhs7zTmTTrp/s4000/20231227_175427.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFXkDWs-ff3e13Gbb7u1W0XzT9WO-76_ajCf311Z2L0wh1EdjWzWVHtKQvrjEnTIbVMklh-3AButgUL1coJhIASXGCUMC312V1-vucGqek62t9zQ_LVSMCXGxlfPz2CLr3V0l8vUfa_M1KuaDeGO-tqPe5bNedYwIX6sMYumNxMdL9GpXCVfhs7zTmTTrp/w640-h480/20231227_175427.jpg" title="vegan Pesto Chicken Parm Sandwich" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For sure we ordered a chicken burger in Seattle but I'm not sure if it was the Pesto Chicken Parm Sandwich. This was another hit for us. Crispy chicken with good texture and lots of salty flavour from the pesto and the parm (we eat healthy at home!). This was a pretty good meal overall even though we didn't get our tacos!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2NnkBFVc0jW9cSdMOCbWZxcBvJOKyDKWi8rjpdP10yVbbWuyIgTjOW72gQ9PIcLtoEGXLbsG7fYJAAsndq_tk4ksmI326d0cbPH8VQkqiXwDYjSzDI4kFnVxtVkF39fs5JQR8kLH9BzyC0I-HPKGiAlaW4-WeYqUSu7mgsEaYWxpkdl9_Je76OYYQULZO/s4000/20231227_174513.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4000" height="454" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2NnkBFVc0jW9cSdMOCbWZxcBvJOKyDKWi8rjpdP10yVbbWuyIgTjOW72gQ9PIcLtoEGXLbsG7fYJAAsndq_tk4ksmI326d0cbPH8VQkqiXwDYjSzDI4kFnVxtVkF39fs5JQR8kLH9BzyC0I-HPKGiAlaW4-WeYqUSu7mgsEaYWxpkdl9_Je76OYYQULZO/w640-h454/20231227_174513.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One thing that made me chuckle was the decor. When we first stepped into the Seattle branch a few months ago, I assumed that Veggie Grill had set up shop in a former Chinese restaurant. The big round light fixtures had me convinced. Well, low and behold, the Beaverton branch has the same fixtures and really, the same booths and everything else! Imagine my embarrassment! We've heard good news lately that although some Veggie Grills have been closing, there is now a white knight investor who will bring the chain back to financial health complete with a living wage for employees! Nice! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> <span> </span>4 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-4672013622901606322024-01-08T07:21:00.000-08:002024-01-08T07:21:14.480-08:00Lilla - Plant-Based Pasta & Pizza- Portland, Oregon<p>At Doe's Donuts, we asked our host if she could recommend any vegan joints that were actually open. It turned out she had a list! Hah! Also, a customer behind us heard us talking and recommended Lilla which is a plant-based Italian eatery. After some high-level analysis of what was open and what was where we ended up going to Lilla. I find the roads in Portland to be a bit of a rat's nest (Oh, like Vancouver, BC, is so much better!) and even Google Maps couldn't prevent us from crossing bridges unnecessarily and driving around blocks multiple times. Still, somehow we made it!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJnICaaiHB1SDWbETaaXTIQN9Tmjp2KrmzK_QbayE7F4MWmPRR0WrXGgtTu7v8fAU1AqXppSrEHUjlE-sv-vmTdn3tw9kFTS0U4N8cC3dWsCvV27zQ_KthyAiidC_gx7CaSceKXb1vMYhyB2D8jUQmqfl62Ly_uKsrSOSPu6VcE-aeZ1g1UTr8-G23KHl-/s3095/20231227_121029.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2321" data-original-width="3095" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJnICaaiHB1SDWbETaaXTIQN9Tmjp2KrmzK_QbayE7F4MWmPRR0WrXGgtTu7v8fAU1AqXppSrEHUjlE-sv-vmTdn3tw9kFTS0U4N8cC3dWsCvV27zQ_KthyAiidC_gx7CaSceKXb1vMYhyB2D8jUQmqfl62Ly_uKsrSOSPu6VcE-aeZ1g1UTr8-G23KHl-/w640-h480/20231227_121029.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located in a rather nondescript building on SE Madison at SE 10th, don't let the exterior fool you. There is a very pleasant warm but high-ceilinged restaurant inside.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZABySpuIC0ysyTPTbcfEOspUXsiWW3_SVYtAVEPzoTJl3cD9Y4xbpIwmWVP_nonWL2C7RYuYAiI1nc9zleDzKxQ230ChGUpvVpmWSNTCqqCJ9tk4xJnoZqoSAeXGZNy4dw_tuHtIG1UEnaPcaXgDkC_WQRxeT_bgwJu3wf91jcMBB5v4BgS2pPmXU3IC9/s4000/20231227_123026.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZABySpuIC0ysyTPTbcfEOspUXsiWW3_SVYtAVEPzoTJl3cD9Y4xbpIwmWVP_nonWL2C7RYuYAiI1nc9zleDzKxQ230ChGUpvVpmWSNTCqqCJ9tk4xJnoZqoSAeXGZNy4dw_tuHtIG1UEnaPcaXgDkC_WQRxeT_bgwJu3wf91jcMBB5v4BgS2pPmXU3IC9/w640-h480/20231227_123026.jpg" title="vegan Polenta with Grilled Mushrooms" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We decided to order an appetizer, a pizza and pasta and started with the Polenta with Grilled Mushrooms. This was delicious. Creamy polenta that was just nicely salty from the vegan Parmesan and the mushrooms were earthy and rich. A simple starter that hit the right buttons.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYmKxhs-VvvhC7u1E6m_NaYWtLj__QiIqYSwasXGaF4xTXTXNh2ri5uqxdnTdR9XZwj9ylXC49jCjMVGfRxGxSX_CmjofZLe99MW3T6eOZY-80RD99wUozD6f2tNw6ap0RmQ0ZRzGv-vCUqj0UST8NOCemb3oPuNxPh-0JfDd5fgwtE8Ft6ivDrhRl-BdT/s4000/20231227_125004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYmKxhs-VvvhC7u1E6m_NaYWtLj__QiIqYSwasXGaF4xTXTXNh2ri5uqxdnTdR9XZwj9ylXC49jCjMVGfRxGxSX_CmjofZLe99MW3T6eOZY-80RD99wUozD6f2tNw6ap0RmQ0ZRzGv-vCUqj0UST8NOCemb3oPuNxPh-0JfDd5fgwtE8Ft6ivDrhRl-BdT/w640-h480/20231227_125004.jpg" title="vegan Mushroom Alfredo" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Another simple but amazing dish was the Mushroom Alfredo with Taglioni. I realized just now it was basically our starter but with pasta. I did not ask if their pasta was house-made but they were perfectly cooked and the dish was wonderfully comforting.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXWYEcQo8LQESnuk3ByNyMa9igWz7cCyP3yblqPWExG89hTZgdH9ay1lZcSpI_CwOUq2jHp8faIcqR92Sn7DK0w8gXU8VxgoKApCckJ80gHStqvt-3NJCXabQMvjYsH49q7Vs3YhdpRAHcI2kFYEFDiqw4A0eKpz9QofUgpjSKlqkK6M7eF9nLva62gTpD/s4000/20231227_124720.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXWYEcQo8LQESnuk3ByNyMa9igWz7cCyP3yblqPWExG89hTZgdH9ay1lZcSpI_CwOUq2jHp8faIcqR92Sn7DK0w8gXU8VxgoKApCckJ80gHStqvt-3NJCXabQMvjYsH49q7Vs3YhdpRAHcI2kFYEFDiqw4A0eKpz9QofUgpjSKlqkK6M7eF9nLva62gTpD/w640-h480/20231227_124720.jpg" title="vegan Pepperoni Pizza" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I usually test pizza makers by ordering their Margherita but somehow the draw of the Pepperoni Pizza was overwhelming. This was not a bad choice. The crust was amazing on this thing but I didn't see anything fancy like a gas-burning brick oven from Italy so the secret to the crust is safe. Simple tomato sauce, dollops of cashew cheese and really good pepperoni (again, I didn't ask what it was) and I am so glad that we ordered this!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLi93nQ00WVfTI4w830TZVqFQy5QjDq48YD-FS9glEzbLqCm1lu8fGncJ3SSbXqH0iosoQd8l2_UzcMUtwNzlFINTR3J4yBDv_C9xHfytdIpKbfaHjjqqkKyHq0Nz2IqfUazPCppShcYamncEDX5wSDcAqluNHTXbJHs0P6hQ5gkBZIUx7YG6tvdo_Qo7Y/s3353/20231227_121654.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2515" data-original-width="3353" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLi93nQ00WVfTI4w830TZVqFQy5QjDq48YD-FS9glEzbLqCm1lu8fGncJ3SSbXqH0iosoQd8l2_UzcMUtwNzlFINTR3J4yBDv_C9xHfytdIpKbfaHjjqqkKyHq0Nz2IqfUazPCppShcYamncEDX5wSDcAqluNHTXbJHs0P6hQ5gkBZIUx7YG6tvdo_Qo7Y/w640-h480/20231227_121654.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our server was friendly, helpful and dedicatedly vegan. This is a nice high-ceilinged space which is comfortable with lots of Italian-style accents. There are a lot of other things on the simple menu that we would be happy to try if we find ourselves here again.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-6253303680699740042024-01-04T08:38:00.000-08:002024-01-04T08:38:37.035-08:00On To Portland - A Vegan Paradise and Doe Donuts<p>Wednesday morning we were up bright and early for the short trek to Portland. The fact is that we blasted right past Portland and on to Multnomah Falls as Mharie had never been and it is a wonderful bit of natural beauty and couldn't be easier to visit.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvx9UxSPfMHLN43XxiTzO7Nnjt31Nf2hcunQx0oXAmd59uZck42wDmEe9JbaYATXhKS2VklgD8sdb6DNbMo0t_MwZ41NKLW_SOcQ0Jo9xps9-zxr41dEjQ1RY2E3HUA0VdAROs3r1MOTRIY3vZDJdnnSRJSQJYbi8k_EJ9p8UP2SCPe0AhYqg8gjXCAm_U/s3735/20231227_101227.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2801" data-original-width="3735" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvx9UxSPfMHLN43XxiTzO7Nnjt31Nf2hcunQx0oXAmd59uZck42wDmEe9JbaYATXhKS2VklgD8sdb6DNbMo0t_MwZ41NKLW_SOcQ0Jo9xps9-zxr41dEjQ1RY2E3HUA0VdAROs3r1MOTRIY3vZDJdnnSRJSQJYbi8k_EJ9p8UP2SCPe0AhYqg8gjXCAm_U/w640-h480/20231227_101227.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located about 30 minutes east of downtown on Hwy 84, this is a popular destination that is worth visiting early in the day (and in the off-season obviously) to avoid the full throngs. Eventually, I will post a few videos on YouTube from our trip including a bit more of a look at the falls. After a good look at the falls and endless selfies, we headed back to Portland to find lunch in the vegan restaurant capital of the U.S. Unfortunately, some of the top picks from my research are mysteriously gone. Mama Dut which was featured on Evolving Vegan and Plant Based News has permanently closed and Gnarly's has temporarily closed. Being a food truck town, we tried a visit to the Rose City Food Park in which most of the carts were closed (doubtless due to this being the week between Christmas and New Year's).<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdV4ssoTpKkH7_Rcldoy6UmAUTy9BDu9XMzTC6kK9tjlxjuQs5ALOYpb0cBsGGOHrlKkci6t2EqEyJilwDJRvTKBsoYcRUq3Mmy92osKPP_-SIY419CcYXe0jLpeCvKkKxyhVavHuDttOOPj3ObwJ1XlAPLNuNMCUmPcpwNClWFyU8ikTFtPm7dOWswR4B/s3665/20231227_113713.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2749" data-original-width="3665" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdV4ssoTpKkH7_Rcldoy6UmAUTy9BDu9XMzTC6kK9tjlxjuQs5ALOYpb0cBsGGOHrlKkci6t2EqEyJilwDJRvTKBsoYcRUq3Mmy92osKPP_-SIY419CcYXe0jLpeCvKkKxyhVavHuDttOOPj3ObwJ1XlAPLNuNMCUmPcpwNClWFyU8ikTFtPm7dOWswR4B/w640-h480/20231227_113713.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We did find that Doe Donuts was open so decided to start with dessert first! It turns out that VooDoo Donuts, a Portland institution, also has some plant-based offerings but a) we have been on previous visits and b) we will always give preference to the fully plant-based business.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxMSGBoHd4pmMmC6VbPUpejloc61_9sqOxDJJH531Fcgl7MsDbt2AESG0FYbrlwUut4aruJFmevRJQk75NpKp-mGXcFOk8aAM_sLyntiJHad-Le572_6Udw71s2Kyvyh_hyphenhyphentATJrmRn1AYrf58y3G5VSdjeGCFXayRfe__gIwc4B6ELSDXwbyKzT2Kv3Jj/s4000/20231227_114056.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxMSGBoHd4pmMmC6VbPUpejloc61_9sqOxDJJH531Fcgl7MsDbt2AESG0FYbrlwUut4aruJFmevRJQk75NpKp-mGXcFOk8aAM_sLyntiJHad-Le572_6Udw71s2Kyvyh_hyphenhyphentATJrmRn1AYrf58y3G5VSdjeGCFXayRfe__gIwc4B6ELSDXwbyKzT2Kv3Jj/w640-h480/20231227_114056.jpg" title="vegan Ice Cream Cone" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It may be the middle of winter but Doe's has plant-based ice cream and we didn't drive all this way to not try it! I think this was Holiday Nog (can't remember) and it was very decent ice cream. It was maybe just slightly towards the icy rather than creamy end of the spectrum but not enough to notice or complain about. Apparently, they always have a couple of soft-serve flavours and somehow I missed it! Aargh! Now we have to go back.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQc5gOz1O2lc3iq_X6CxQHdM4ud5z29nukOavgBnrMZdaGhaCLgO8CuhjO_fZpHih2CLoTWpSfXgQwz7tnkgRsJ0gfOXbWCE50AfhXMJutXkBJ2LvrvZEEq8Fd4pMsLeeNQLPVou1aemSlRUXgIZqnk_ui5E0pUGGg34NXub4G9Tqpr_0WkBK-3mIVRrdk/s4000/20231227_114236.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQc5gOz1O2lc3iq_X6CxQHdM4ud5z29nukOavgBnrMZdaGhaCLgO8CuhjO_fZpHih2CLoTWpSfXgQwz7tnkgRsJ0gfOXbWCE50AfhXMJutXkBJ2LvrvZEEq8Fd4pMsLeeNQLPVou1aemSlRUXgIZqnk_ui5E0pUGGg34NXub4G9Tqpr_0WkBK-3mIVRrdk/w640-h480/20231227_114236.jpg" title="vegan donuts" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We ordered 4 donuts including one of their famous savoury donuts. Starting on the left was the Panettone Fritter. I don't know of anyone who is really a fan of panettone and that would explain why you never see it except at Christmas time. The fritter was nevertheless delicious. The dried fruit was not even a distraction! I can't remember the flavour of the second from the left but there was a little taste of baklava on the top. It was sweet and delicious of course but overall, we find the donuts to be a little on the cakey side (this and the Grapefruit Donut next to it).<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQw0hqfRVlW9nnFU9dUP3GUeJYRHB94iuDKBd8u27YGiUQtts5LRoSj2QCX50-L5Y1RBIQFoiV5c-6bhgO6Uo8d1ZE2N5WSwFpCoQXuYJ6xGKld_DfZZk7G0LuPiQmGJueGkzcCQ9vD_Lmyytcc5cNVkkmlbEX5PAzDcZetFEklEfKl-Abnx7-7eu2Lisw/s4000/20231228_160315.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQw0hqfRVlW9nnFU9dUP3GUeJYRHB94iuDKBd8u27YGiUQtts5LRoSj2QCX50-L5Y1RBIQFoiV5c-6bhgO6Uo8d1ZE2N5WSwFpCoQXuYJ6xGKld_DfZZk7G0LuPiQmGJueGkzcCQ9vD_Lmyytcc5cNVkkmlbEX5PAzDcZetFEklEfKl-Abnx7-7eu2Lisw/w640-h480/20231228_160315.jpg" title="vegan Birria Donut" width="640" /></a><span style="text-align: left;">The Birria Donut is a stroke of genius and was very good. Maybe a little less of a donut than the Mac'n Cheese savoury donut that we saw on YouTube but impressive just the same. And it was complete with broth just like a taco would be.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizz_SQzwub9t6qZNmN8H_9HGroHIguPxCsHVclTcTPRBptYxZbzxuiyGL2PXXvaDEq83Xug6pC146yx0EUPHMZKDeaOc5ZGfnlpqb5nAG3DKCl8oil5y3vGM97rMwJkmy_EpMeRpQKUO3hanZSfuTZCbKcwbFy5A6WXXNJNoIPg0SIUx79-ZPdgap8sPjj/s3373/20231227_114243.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2390" data-original-width="3373" height="454" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizz_SQzwub9t6qZNmN8H_9HGroHIguPxCsHVclTcTPRBptYxZbzxuiyGL2PXXvaDEq83Xug6pC146yx0EUPHMZKDeaOc5ZGfnlpqb5nAG3DKCl8oil5y3vGM97rMwJkmy_EpMeRpQKUO3hanZSfuTZCbKcwbFy5A6WXXNJNoIPg0SIUx79-ZPdgap8sPjj/w640-h454/20231227_114243.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Doe's Donuts is all plant-based. Their menu is creative and changes monthly. We loved what we tried although the donuts weren't cheap. Certainly, the price for the plant-based part is worth it to us. There are a few outside picnic tables if the weather is cooperating.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> NA</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Value<span> <span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span></span></span></span></div><br /></span></div></div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div></div><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-83093194159330518392023-12-31T16:13:00.000-08:002023-12-31T16:13:11.558-08:00Seaside, Cannon Beach, Oregon - Our Vegan Holiday Continues<p>So we got up on Boxing Day and after our requisite walk on the beach (weather was much calmer today...less windy and no rain) we decided to drift south for a little walk on Cannon Beach. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvO4n_py2mn18cFqVtd4CkN3T9ewhCRAamocLn0UaK_7wAick2j9iK6-SJyjdN-USqg2o9ADlEb9jPXxYFp-XKJ0AtIG9tsxBZ9yuUsAt6oUZt7CpAbu6kP4YtHvWuF5qV1nJgq0uCUpre-XRtfR0kgTh3PZ4xldazGbiZTnztD2jqcs9D1N8JEZ8g8Sdp/s867/2023-12-29.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="542" data-original-width="867" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvO4n_py2mn18cFqVtd4CkN3T9ewhCRAamocLn0UaK_7wAick2j9iK6-SJyjdN-USqg2o9ADlEb9jPXxYFp-XKJ0AtIG9tsxBZ9yuUsAt6oUZt7CpAbu6kP4YtHvWuF5qV1nJgq0uCUpre-XRtfR0kgTh3PZ4xldazGbiZTnztD2jqcs9D1N8JEZ8g8Sdp/w640-h400/2023-12-29.png" width="640" /></a>Cannon Beach is charming and maybe a little higher rent than Seaside (Sorry Seaside. We still love you.). Of course, the main attraction is Haystack Rock but the coast all along here is studded with basalt stacks very similar to this one. If I understand correctly these stacks are the result of lava flows from 17 million years ago and more recently the actions on wind and tide. Access to the beach in this area is not really difficult (you just need to find the designated access points) and it is a public beach but it is mostly lined with private residences and resorts. Also, pay attention to the tides. We got our feet soaked and nothing worse but I would imagine it can be tricky at times. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij2NCBmjOaJMjrewyGLAeCCnGAT7ZI1GNAVvxElDH6FjDS1WktHnAx7807IknYDVKKJ1auhQymknRrLjksTTE3YLmidTsA6VNSAywWoksDI073cLW6iY-1J0g6WnJLjU8X0Y8K3jk-1qxhRH2_u12GhIDjQDRdR43ByeCs-MDhUjR9lKFvXivqlBGFMLpa/s3777/20231226_110059.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="3777" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij2NCBmjOaJMjrewyGLAeCCnGAT7ZI1GNAVvxElDH6FjDS1WktHnAx7807IknYDVKKJ1auhQymknRrLjksTTE3YLmidTsA6VNSAywWoksDI073cLW6iY-1J0g6WnJLjU8X0Y8K3jk-1qxhRH2_u12GhIDjQDRdR43ByeCs-MDhUjR9lKFvXivqlBGFMLpa/w640-h480/20231226_110059.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We stopped for a coffee and piece of banana bread at Sleepy Monk Coffee. We were impressed that they had a nice selection of plant-based baked goods and tried a piece of Chai Banana Bread. After we continued our walk and explored Icefire Glassworks. Eventually we headed back to Seaside to find some lunch.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_5yeCpkTj3tDYye7whQ_DspO8IUAZj2J-ltfXWGda4aUWoIg82JzsFmwUMEl662MtcYvd7Hg0cEUjN4ZuqeBu_GFNrabbNyTrWznxr89iGtM8qrXcIFv1lJngUCi05AQ8oP6bHdHwY33eW-T4UYgdVYQGObwlN4R5ZeUl199UGBuin3QFdcBYbHGn6O6/s3061/20231226_120223.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2295" data-original-width="3061" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_5yeCpkTj3tDYye7whQ_DspO8IUAZj2J-ltfXWGda4aUWoIg82JzsFmwUMEl662MtcYvd7Hg0cEUjN4ZuqeBu_GFNrabbNyTrWznxr89iGtM8qrXcIFv1lJngUCi05AQ8oP6bHdHwY33eW-T4UYgdVYQGObwlN4R5ZeUl199UGBuin3QFdcBYbHGn6O6/w640-h480/20231226_120223.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A few years ago on a visit to Seaside, in my omnivore past, we had wonderful Mexican food at The Stand, I'm not sure if it was true at the time but today they have a couple of vegan items on the menu.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF18XZh3YUe9VTHCTTtMcpb74k8D-PPoy5qlGRYAMZb1S9XkHiKNLjTgvT_NsUXbYFR7qCt2MCy9BtJ2uEHc114eFBZ9LiDqD5YxGDLu-1uE6L_qXQLL1EHqcqnlMVZQwT7exUysr_vitn__NtpD70SkTgLOGA33yNQVow3ixfDZA04G-aWqOrktiDLbS2/s3786/20231226_122059.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2839" data-original-width="3786" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF18XZh3YUe9VTHCTTtMcpb74k8D-PPoy5qlGRYAMZb1S9XkHiKNLjTgvT_NsUXbYFR7qCt2MCy9BtJ2uEHc114eFBZ9LiDqD5YxGDLu-1uE6L_qXQLL1EHqcqnlMVZQwT7exUysr_vitn__NtpD70SkTgLOGA33yNQVow3ixfDZA04G-aWqOrktiDLbS2/w640-h480/20231226_122059.jpg" title="vegan Burrito" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We ordered the Vegan Burrito with Enchilada Sauce. This was a behemoth sufficient (along with a taco) for the two of us for lunch. Rather than the usual rice filled thing, this burrito was full of black beans and grilled vegetables. To be honest, it is hard to get veggies on vacation whether you are vegan or not so this was perfect. I'd post the picture of the burrito after I split it but it mostly exploded and ceased to be Insta worthy! Delicious and satisfying! After some more toddling around town and on the beach (and a wonderful nap), we set out to get some dinner.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQI3Ei5s0e6ftQC6qqeEy8YyjSVRIogpNaJ3L6EVIILYIGJSa9QZLdKf8yoUyO3665WrE48atPuMyyizts5ZCcUjvohm8GAy-2zt36bOYdzdOrhZhBR65iJCySE2Pgu2sFjFKHTXKiP1vMRmE7wS_G6eH2LY0fJHdm6qRosKLvvvYfZokSo6viUe8SLqA/s3444/20231226_171408.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2583" data-original-width="3444" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQI3Ei5s0e6ftQC6qqeEy8YyjSVRIogpNaJ3L6EVIILYIGJSa9QZLdKf8yoUyO3665WrE48atPuMyyizts5ZCcUjvohm8GAy-2zt36bOYdzdOrhZhBR65iJCySE2Pgu2sFjFKHTXKiP1vMRmE7wS_G6eH2LY0fJHdm6qRosKLvvvYfZokSo6viUe8SLqA/w640-h480/20231226_171408.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We had read on Google Maps that New Garden Asian Restaurant had quite a few dishes that were or could be prepared vegan. Located in the rather sad little Seaside Carousel Mall ( a couple of blocks from the beach), it is a friendly and pleasant place with an open kitchen and a large menu. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIPF1y6h03x1UJfw01oAqTre9UaQiO5WGB4luuMHLznbkpfv5EaYzuCVgpGmSlC0IOSRy5iSQGR5e2c1CK6LEJMP_3G7KwnjsvKFxN2QcAqlCk1orf3KQiIGF5Ymxu944yjc7Wi5ltLLFhyphenhyphenOJ59qFY1FB4bUgx5h32SvcVoUhEP4XpyJjUsjUe5aIfNklO/s3757/20231226_173909.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2818" data-original-width="3757" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIPF1y6h03x1UJfw01oAqTre9UaQiO5WGB4luuMHLznbkpfv5EaYzuCVgpGmSlC0IOSRy5iSQGR5e2c1CK6LEJMP_3G7KwnjsvKFxN2QcAqlCk1orf3KQiIGF5Ymxu944yjc7Wi5ltLLFhyphenhyphenOJ59qFY1FB4bUgx5h32SvcVoUhEP4XpyJjUsjUe5aIfNklO/w640-h480/20231226_173909.jpg" title="Vegan Szechuan Tofu" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We ordered 3 dishes and ended up with a ton of leftovers to go as the dishes were quite generous. The Szechuan Tofu was quite amazing being crispy and served with lots of green beans and toasted peanuts. There was your basic heat from the dried chilies and the pleasant numbing heat from Szechuan peppercorns that we love.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8IaxB142zWSZxG068pEWdRGAPetKZHUxbRbgDdcx313keyvReuViIA-6UTPanbTLuW7Zk-0DBdVB8QfihwYr7su1DW5WYeZZPa7Z9hypcD5D-dHvHZchwB2DEsChX7hW3pXHeHOmARfgwd9sOCQTCStTlir6ydURC1zUNokIGJPuCrJB2ZCn0RQoW0kfI/s3709/20231226_173850.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2689" data-original-width="3709" height="464" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8IaxB142zWSZxG068pEWdRGAPetKZHUxbRbgDdcx313keyvReuViIA-6UTPanbTLuW7Zk-0DBdVB8QfihwYr7su1DW5WYeZZPa7Z9hypcD5D-dHvHZchwB2DEsChX7hW3pXHeHOmARfgwd9sOCQTCStTlir6ydURC1zUNokIGJPuCrJB2ZCn0RQoW0kfI/w640-h464/20231226_173850.jpg" title="vegan Fried Rice and Chow Mein" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Clearly we were craving carbs and ordered the Vegetable Fried Rice (they charge1$ extra for no egg!) and a Chow Mein. Both arrived hot and tasty with lots of broccoli and carrots. This marks the first time I have broken my long time rule of not eating Chinese food while away from Vancouver but now we go where the plant-based food is made available! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our stay in Seaside could have been longer but after finishing the worst Netflix series ever, Obliterated, we called it a night and prepared to head for Portland on Wednesday morning.</div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-88003024730433377042023-12-28T08:22:00.000-08:002023-12-28T08:22:53.297-08:00Seaside, Oregon - Vegan Adventure<p>This is not the first time Mharie and I have been in Seaside, Oregon during Christmas. Given that it is fully off season for beach towns, everything is quite a bit less busy than usual and we like that. Off season accommodation pricing is of course as low as it gets and we don't mind that either. Of course, sun bathing is out of the question and even the prospect of a dip in the sea is for those more stout of heart than we are but we love the show of force that the ocean provides. Since all the family festivities had been scheduled for the weekend prior, we were free to flee south on Monday.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7iErT_8z3uj7F0F_LIi2UsK5aE5IQYuMJZGW5ycTzGbdrxcsm2lU1ZYkCfD-AOvGHKONy2vPUW8eAGaayAlpkbYdE1pksDDD2XoqGe-nD6JS5YiibRI4ppVdSHA8KczdK4NmiLirLXYB1E14Pl4lzCiVaBv0n_TpJ-R9WzoAo0s0K5wnP6IbIQG_aaN23/s3699/20231226_071453.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2777" data-original-width="3699" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7iErT_8z3uj7F0F_LIi2UsK5aE5IQYuMJZGW5ycTzGbdrxcsm2lU1ZYkCfD-AOvGHKONy2vPUW8eAGaayAlpkbYdE1pksDDD2XoqGe-nD6JS5YiibRI4ppVdSHA8KczdK4NmiLirLXYB1E14Pl4lzCiVaBv0n_TpJ-R9WzoAo0s0K5wnP6IbIQG_aaN23/w640-h480/20231226_071453.jpg" width="640" /></a></p> It is the fist time that we have been here since I went fully vegan which presented some easily overcome challenges (i.e. nothing is open on Christmas Day so vegan eats are even harder to find). Of course, we could have brought food from home but the border rules can be a little challenging when it comes to food and we decided not to complicate our crossing. So I did a little research and I learned that the Olympia Food Coop (in Olympia, Washington) was open on the 25th. We decided to forage for supplies there!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh1eoVV8hQGducGSZii8nriHv1TZL7prY57OUB5BgWkzmEJKBzz87OghSuuKxFzPJ_JUWV9YPD_5IV62lwqGq40OXeUdsRt0yWcLvv4yTZif8OncbaXsakOVo9JBRtc2ERym5jRSDVC4kw0EgW1yO8E9CWljx4bQ_-2NBTeaiJnWNUzT-g0lBHZO3uNEb0/s2906/20231225_100652.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1888" data-original-width="2906" height="416" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh1eoVV8hQGducGSZii8nriHv1TZL7prY57OUB5BgWkzmEJKBzz87OghSuuKxFzPJ_JUWV9YPD_5IV62lwqGq40OXeUdsRt0yWcLvv4yTZif8OncbaXsakOVo9JBRtc2ERym5jRSDVC4kw0EgW1yO8E9CWljx4bQ_-2NBTeaiJnWNUzT-g0lBHZO3uNEb0/w640-h416/20231225_100652.jpg" width="640" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Coop is a nice little grocery store with lots of vegan grocery options. As you might guess, everything is a little pricey as they cater to a community which probably includes anti GMO, organic preferring helicopter moms and hippies (not that there's anything wrong with that). I notice that they sell meat. Anyway, we also learned that if you're not a member you pay 10% over ticket which means our $54 USD of groceries became $60 USD which means $80 CAD. Beggars can't be choosers.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0-jgn60Tv4sSK4xqiJGUNCp4n3uHtfBaj_auwLzX928hDpg2aiZbYr9yHo-GbK3Nughc4b9oncomYZKWrP-CBwCJ4x-XakDdh1caqq3sk2hPBm6EBWOs8_5JD9k1k3dio2mXDM6R0J_cqdEcHwS11eDhBG2Z6QiGKJ9XQBUXDwePxavHbbn5BjzaufAVS/s3773/20231225_134337.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2868" data-original-width="3773" height="486" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0-jgn60Tv4sSK4xqiJGUNCp4n3uHtfBaj_auwLzX928hDpg2aiZbYr9yHo-GbK3Nughc4b9oncomYZKWrP-CBwCJ4x-XakDdh1caqq3sk2hPBm6EBWOs8_5JD9k1k3dio2mXDM6R0J_cqdEcHwS11eDhBG2Z6QiGKJ9XQBUXDwePxavHbbn5BjzaufAVS/w640-h486/20231225_134337.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We certainly did not go hungry and everything we bought, we would buy again. I was quite excited about the Miyoko's Cream Cheese as we don't not have the brand in Canada. We tried it on some Dave's Killer Bread Bagels and loved the slightly tart almost nutritional yeast notes ( I know. Nutritional yeast is not even an ingredient).<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvhXyQiP74hrlwinDwIlKFDDlk_mDWcVbxMCqXDh4u1bx-Mctfd6uRIiDp6Gm6U66K1IqD84XZWy2AvmeZukDq0TSlgc80zqiGkuyWmGpqVTVK__yeeRuH052kmK60yz5bFRWsQhVZceLZl3UhTqSpoHRyd8Nrx8sQ_aEczWuCkooYG0uzVwDIQ-9lWm85/s3386/20231226_141056.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2539" data-original-width="3386" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvhXyQiP74hrlwinDwIlKFDDlk_mDWcVbxMCqXDh4u1bx-Mctfd6uRIiDp6Gm6U66K1IqD84XZWy2AvmeZukDq0TSlgc80zqiGkuyWmGpqVTVK__yeeRuH052kmK60yz5bFRWsQhVZceLZl3UhTqSpoHRyd8Nrx8sQ_aEczWuCkooYG0uzVwDIQ-9lWm85/w640-h480/20231226_141056.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">That little shopping adventure and the results were kind of fun. We enjoyed our comfy room at the Inn at the Prom and a walk on the stormy beach.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZuO52Re6duy2SAtY16WchG-qae7xvATT6o4qwrmAkAzWobSUpbgXaZnlvH49GnOJqgriksLMtvPm1xFt2qxFCIhco0nc0Gm7mzm-9LqANnpvlMIdP87xpVCYP9iSiPTf7GMvsfc-BaumI5eSTST7fixlAm_lcJM8_Q99W8vQZo83BOK2rsXe1YFD3l3Zy/s3511/20231226_072515.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2219" data-original-width="3511" height="404" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZuO52Re6duy2SAtY16WchG-qae7xvATT6o4qwrmAkAzWobSUpbgXaZnlvH49GnOJqgriksLMtvPm1xFt2qxFCIhco0nc0Gm7mzm-9LqANnpvlMIdP87xpVCYP9iSiPTf7GMvsfc-BaumI5eSTST7fixlAm_lcJM8_Q99W8vQZo83BOK2rsXe1YFD3l3Zy/w640-h404/20231226_072515.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We are big fans of the Inn at the Prom and have stayed there at least 4 times over the years.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglGF0Df9PfQSj2S0u1BRJIQs1MsgU1KoOfmANEjDkZ7_VblP9iqR53M4V3iVkZnp-QO-vt1GO1EaAcj_jadVMCtzG9QKjU81VHJNbAZkV1t6DGlwxRhEw16U7hm6-pQlvjGPjAewN5sS8w_ZmTDPQdxAtWEfl29U_I_aelmb6qdLzK1glYQyVF-pBZVQLs/s3534/20231227_075138.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2650" data-original-width="3534" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglGF0Df9PfQSj2S0u1BRJIQs1MsgU1KoOfmANEjDkZ7_VblP9iqR53M4V3iVkZnp-QO-vt1GO1EaAcj_jadVMCtzG9QKjU81VHJNbAZkV1t6DGlwxRhEw16U7hm6-pQlvjGPjAewN5sS8w_ZmTDPQdxAtWEfl29U_I_aelmb6qdLzK1glYQyVF-pBZVQLs/w640-h480/20231227_075138.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Its not a super fancy place and although they do have units facing right onto the beach, we usually stay in one of the smaller units at the back. It is still a short walk to the beach and the units have full kitchens, huge jetted tubs (such that I feel bad about using so much water to take a bath), gas fireplaces and wonderful king sized beds. The television streaming system is confusing and annoying and there doesn't seem to be a way just to watch the news. Still the drive and a relaxing walk on the beach and crashing out early made for a pleasant Christmas Day.</div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-35908771299328072792023-12-24T07:08:00.000-08:002023-12-24T07:08:42.508-08:00Tera V Burger, Delta - Vegan Options<p>So I noticed that there was another Tera V Burger on the map! In the past, we have visited Tera V on Broadway in Vancouver as well as their Knight Street location which I referred to as Vegan Fried Chick'un and both of which have been reviewed on this blog. Since the new location was closer to home for us than the others, we decided to swing by and enjoy some vegan eats.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Swzpby0NYUh7Xx7-8h9cwF3mhudM2HnpmjcLpIv4dxX4IHve38R4esGWebdWh9rWjKIe_C7rb_H5Yjij4sXNE_sEiMNfCZXfkfvXcpXN4-hJUdKOWlcetteBDdXPrNUb-xhZXX6dnFusxnSUqZG9tcin2q_MiyHYMWrcIfIXBqiZNqcOa_lj_wW4Ib2E/s3676/20231216_161547.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2757" data-original-width="3676" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Swzpby0NYUh7Xx7-8h9cwF3mhudM2HnpmjcLpIv4dxX4IHve38R4esGWebdWh9rWjKIe_C7rb_H5Yjij4sXNE_sEiMNfCZXfkfvXcpXN4-hJUdKOWlcetteBDdXPrNUb-xhZXX6dnFusxnSUqZG9tcin2q_MiyHYMWrcIfIXBqiZNqcOa_lj_wW4Ib2E/w640-h480/20231216_161547.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I should have investigated further as plans to eat in went out the window as we realized that this was strictly a take-out counter and located in an industrial area at that (so more of a weekday lunch place for the locals). Not only is this an outpost for Tera V and the related Vegan Fried Chick'un, but we also noticed the Cheesecake Factory logo on the front of the building. Don't get excited vegans, as the CF offerings are not plant-based. Anyway, we placed an order when we figured out which items were available (half the menu sold out?) and vegan (there are a few other sneaky non-vegan items here).<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi663vz7enh_uNs3o66Q1Rs8EObX-4S5PMEblkfNbd9jRCFnUDjzopqpIMhbh1ulw2LQwevshdB3Pm8zUEKtRm42W00R4ad_oTwIeBAnwyUgzY4biK4XPGJjbPXuSqhVNpT8C2n8eAjO298xSLwMnHo0m40cAd9-UTWGvvjxyGUH4bobavlXFV_CMRv2mov/s4000/20231216_185103.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi663vz7enh_uNs3o66Q1Rs8EObX-4S5PMEblkfNbd9jRCFnUDjzopqpIMhbh1ulw2LQwevshdB3Pm8zUEKtRm42W00R4ad_oTwIeBAnwyUgzY4biK4XPGJjbPXuSqhVNpT8C2n8eAjO298xSLwMnHo0m40cAd9-UTWGvvjxyGUH4bobavlXFV_CMRv2mov/w640-h480/20231216_185103.jpg" title="vegan Carrot Cake" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started with dessert of which some items on the menu were plant-based. The Carrot Cake was wonderful. The vegan cream cheese icing was spot on and not for the diabetics among us but topped off a wonderful moist cake.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxJhtAcmW5Tt_zJOC4cmUqyRQ6jOXPpb0L3kLLlbY08J-PYkCA1M0s6W-olsZ3vNqgBJaYfSE0D2oyFYiisSR96ga46iNHEbMmD4nf1JdbGDKmB_JTaOkmpgcnJly2jo4VZeFCUG_WZQvVLH5watHR98KVSRcPN5EJ-ixKqVOmP8KJXAvpLjyGl6LGaFHh/s3898/20231216_185349.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2924" data-original-width="3898" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxJhtAcmW5Tt_zJOC4cmUqyRQ6jOXPpb0L3kLLlbY08J-PYkCA1M0s6W-olsZ3vNqgBJaYfSE0D2oyFYiisSR96ga46iNHEbMmD4nf1JdbGDKmB_JTaOkmpgcnJly2jo4VZeFCUG_WZQvVLH5watHR98KVSRcPN5EJ-ixKqVOmP8KJXAvpLjyGl6LGaFHh/w640-h480/20231216_185349.jpg" title="vegan Maple Butter Crepes" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One thing that doesn't travel well is Crepes. These vegan Maple Butter Crepes were quite tasty but look sadly abused because they travelled in a box. Don't order crepes unless you can eat them immediately. Period.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip1d8x3soCQ7gCuPmKpj2gEAMsXBsMSD5f634hsihHW3L7fCA9puU88zsRYgwpYtAG7Xfixvl003zMG_F4wiSzBsWNv7ubb9Th18n9dpa-zWCuXULOp3YOTQnS6muBkqs6TkVXwcsD3BlDU8LjQATo4hArshC84eQRZPGQCDqiFm0Gqdc81VAS17TsKbCo/s4000/20231216_185606.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip1d8x3soCQ7gCuPmKpj2gEAMsXBsMSD5f634hsihHW3L7fCA9puU88zsRYgwpYtAG7Xfixvl003zMG_F4wiSzBsWNv7ubb9Th18n9dpa-zWCuXULOp3YOTQnS6muBkqs6TkVXwcsD3BlDU8LjQATo4hArshC84eQRZPGQCDqiFm0Gqdc81VAS17TsKbCo/w640-h480/20231216_185606.jpg" title="vegan Samosa Burger" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">New to us on the Tera V menu were the vegan Samosa Burgers. We decided to try the Tamarind Samosa Burger. This was a pretty good offering. Noting surprising just a couple of small samosas on a bun with some topping including tamarind chutney and cheese. There was just a bit of heat which we enjoyed. One thing I have noticed is that while the Broadway location served us burgers with nicely melted cheese both of the other locations don't seem to get it. Plant based cheese does not melt quite as easily as the dairy stuff and you have to pay attention or you get a piece of cardboard. I put the samosas and cheese in the micro wave oven for a few seconds and voila!...melty cheese.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJbBgXTRP7z0sx1OLDsOERwqZxSvoZG8mUPMSaZ4uubBvlIqc4HGpHIH4Vr_jNGZD3uWgZMoaNAc1X0DZUtEggOWzbRu75PcW3jdIQtB9IXx07tpYBFjJ6r-fcOYkL4wSj9G7pWk4BIjuoMBhF4bkmWtpxX-zu0F3zBTXBqh0hTO9b1IXvmBsf1ShwOrxo/s4000/20231216_185643.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJbBgXTRP7z0sx1OLDsOERwqZxSvoZG8mUPMSaZ4uubBvlIqc4HGpHIH4Vr_jNGZD3uWgZMoaNAc1X0DZUtEggOWzbRu75PcW3jdIQtB9IXx07tpYBFjJ6r-fcOYkL4wSj9G7pWk4BIjuoMBhF4bkmWtpxX-zu0F3zBTXBqh0hTO9b1IXvmBsf1ShwOrxo/w640-h480/20231216_185643.jpg" title="vegan Buffalo Chicken Burger" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We've had the Buffalo Chicken Burger before but we seem drawn to it. Its a pretty decent chicken patty with lots of hot sauce, some toppings and the same un melted cheese which I remedied myself. Just a decent vegan option for someone way out in the middle of nowhere.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuuZL7uyPb9_TJ74IKYKNQEtAz4xf3eXtfx-P3jIbnUXDPH2uAt1cZDIXpty6zbqHdDOvuijn7gaSuFBx3P7sMjs4wZOhe6uJykh6bYguRGAwaPvvjMkPdivSvMFmAZcBdctj-QbscV3rADYCAmeNCCI3JzYUdbmF2oLTYWkkB_UPJR30KPMKmZB3nNC_p/s4000/20231216_185843-EDIT.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuuZL7uyPb9_TJ74IKYKNQEtAz4xf3eXtfx-P3jIbnUXDPH2uAt1cZDIXpty6zbqHdDOvuijn7gaSuFBx3P7sMjs4wZOhe6uJykh6bYguRGAwaPvvjMkPdivSvMFmAZcBdctj-QbscV3rADYCAmeNCCI3JzYUdbmF2oLTYWkkB_UPJR30KPMKmZB3nNC_p/w640-h480/20231216_185843-EDIT.jpg" title="vegan Butter Chick'un Wrap" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And finally, we tried the Butter Chick'un Wrap. Again, it provides a pretty good vegan option for someone working out in Delta. We liked the chick'un. It was crispy and as bird like as you could care for and with the butter sauce made for a pretty good wrap.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This location happens to present a rather confusing business model or maybe it was just our timing (local businesses were all closed on Sunday). I would suggest that you call ahead and find out what from the extensive menu is actually available. This is not a fresh from kitchen to table place so don't expect it. Our order took about 10 minutes so we knew a lot of stuff was getting warmed up which is fine. We didn't actually expect linen table cloths and waiters. I hope the Tera V chain is going to keep up the pretty decent standard that we found at their other 2 locations. It's nice to have another vegan option but for God's sake would someone figure out how to melt plant-based cheese?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> NA</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-68883778147615632092023-12-19T08:43:00.000-08:002023-12-19T08:43:39.766-08:00V Cafe - Vegan Vitnamese Cafe<p>How have I missed this place for so long? Anytime we are on the skytrain between New Westminster Station and Columbia Station, I could look out the window and see V Cafe, Vegan Vietnamese Cuisine! So obviously, someone needs to pay more attention. And why is it that Vietnamese food lends itself so much to vegan cuisine? No doubt the strong Buddhist tradition in Vietnam is a large part of it. Since a Bodhisattva strives to cultivate compassion, likely many would start with vegetarianism and then move on to veganism when the cruelty of the dairy and egg industries becomes apparent to them.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhubtBXpmhp9ghD21YSTdbYaew59LifNUUg4g8cmIjZMPMOgxJMDGIe0S41jeFs0jUaSiAb1LkzPrgqHHEdik2j0g-kPh6lSCCIZ0T7H12ZOth0ZmTjMhFKj6ejRDwQ0pAkvHHbCQwHBRxhPohrTM7Nqt8wmDFHhYRn_wkfbHIz4ZPnDN-pURRjtYr8Umq0/s3408/20231210_105211.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2556" data-original-width="3408" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhubtBXpmhp9ghD21YSTdbYaew59LifNUUg4g8cmIjZMPMOgxJMDGIe0S41jeFs0jUaSiAb1LkzPrgqHHEdik2j0g-kPh6lSCCIZ0T7H12ZOth0ZmTjMhFKj6ejRDwQ0pAkvHHbCQwHBRxhPohrTM7Nqt8wmDFHhYRn_wkfbHIz4ZPnDN-pURRjtYr8Umq0/w640-h480/20231210_105211.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located at the corner of Carnarvon and Eighth, it could hardly be closer to New Westminster Station. That being said, although I am now 6 weeks into my new knee, I am still a little shy about serious walking and even transit. Also, we usually park at Scott Road Station and transit into town so there would be little advantage to using transit to just cross the river. So we drove here from Aldergrove.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE3wX_CDP2aKpzEvf9L54fQ_JtN4o7D1X5dMTjAWo-RunhR5TpAa8ziY67AVkxFdoQLtHP1UhdKebZ81Q5gxnV-aK7Aiq6BojlgPL3964uTY6ekiFenhLf1KPGfzVfREoR1KpgBiMqPI65Us9ZnNN01KMvVj7F8NF861Jr7CfXj5zz4CCvjt3fhA8nJgUm/s4000/20231210_110508.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE3wX_CDP2aKpzEvf9L54fQ_JtN4o7D1X5dMTjAWo-RunhR5TpAa8ziY67AVkxFdoQLtHP1UhdKebZ81Q5gxnV-aK7Aiq6BojlgPL3964uTY6ekiFenhLf1KPGfzVfREoR1KpgBiMqPI65Us9ZnNN01KMvVj7F8NF861Jr7CfXj5zz4CCvjt3fhA8nJgUm/w640-h480/20231210_110508.jpg" title="vegan Pho" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There were a couple of things that we were quite excited about and the first was Pho. This vegan version was quite substantial and the broth was deeply flavourful. There were lots of goodies including fish balls, sausage in addition to some tofu and veggies! Very nice!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHQey3bi_0OuE85sEdf9PXvltJn4dx-HYQqn6iwNeWVAkEu-KdenrI2rNUet3i2rbhl1XA7UO80lZBCH0r1LMsm-XMsoMjO4Ay0lqfbD2ZDhmTxc3QfM1ctFO2pX2eBJed8DZ76vlHbQdEHSgHzGHIz9TY8GASmgtDsTR1Lmv7ns-Qwsky8QmgnC2VQmOu/s4000/20231210_110719.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHQey3bi_0OuE85sEdf9PXvltJn4dx-HYQqn6iwNeWVAkEu-KdenrI2rNUet3i2rbhl1XA7UO80lZBCH0r1LMsm-XMsoMjO4Ay0lqfbD2ZDhmTxc3QfM1ctFO2pX2eBJed8DZ76vlHbQdEHSgHzGHIz9TY8GASmgtDsTR1Lmv7ns-Qwsky8QmgnC2VQmOu/w640-h480/20231210_110719.jpg" title="Vegan Lemongrass Chicken Plate" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We ordered a Vegan Lemongrass Chicken Rice Plate which was also very good. The lemongrass chicken was the star of course, saucy and flavourful, but there was a second 'meat' which we think was the ginger chicken. It was more subtlety flavoured but we enjoyed it as well. Like most Vietnamese plates this one came with a colourful and crispy salad,<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJda_E0PoHozt0Zx82fEGrwFF6lJcX2unib3mLLbWMr7tAu-e55rhhVu55C_mwKIs-HZzmaGuYHMK3928YyAbRZDGlsuokJ1OQXxkE2deEn29aXELt6FeiKF1WA-5k73IXWDW1tlA-BkEPca1D8lQtWAm2JbOrrRLqtMiZJys0G27wdmi0_AITYpxG3JXM/s4000/20231210_110548.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJda_E0PoHozt0Zx82fEGrwFF6lJcX2unib3mLLbWMr7tAu-e55rhhVu55C_mwKIs-HZzmaGuYHMK3928YyAbRZDGlsuokJ1OQXxkE2deEn29aXELt6FeiKF1WA-5k73IXWDW1tlA-BkEPca1D8lQtWAm2JbOrrRLqtMiZJys0G27wdmi0_AITYpxG3JXM/w640-h480/20231210_110548.jpg" title="vegan Spring Rolls" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We ordered both of these dishes as combos one of which came with Spring Rolls which were filled with veggies and tofu and was accompanied by the expected dipping sauce.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV6tndhn4LgOYbe86fHG1FWC0Ss0DWfEleaFpNY0EtKJc9wb9KUBAyT0cSMcB_VV6XhdFU7jZuDzbRnIouDvDJ2tz6sl8wOmGiSNkWarK1ZquQU2_rkd5cWkJKlpCDmX3YmSWrRxrtg7CW_8lZMzjWRXfh7LYomGP4rzhVgV4JqeKFUb0AlFOWelL7ktjP/s4000/20231210_111013.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV6tndhn4LgOYbe86fHG1FWC0Ss0DWfEleaFpNY0EtKJc9wb9KUBAyT0cSMcB_VV6XhdFU7jZuDzbRnIouDvDJ2tz6sl8wOmGiSNkWarK1ZquQU2_rkd5cWkJKlpCDmX3YmSWrRxrtg7CW_8lZMzjWRXfh7LYomGP4rzhVgV4JqeKFUb0AlFOWelL7ktjP/w640-h480/20231210_111013.jpg" title="vegan Lemongrass Chicken Salad Rolls" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The other came with Lemongrass Chicken Salad Rolls and an excellent peanut dipping sauce. We seemed to end up with the lemongrass chicken a lot which we don't regret. That's not to say that there aren't other choices. There are a lot of combo options here and it would be crazy to pass them up.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpi7jJL-kxS20I0Ae_5jM67ViiGAT3XVWTkIRpqg82jGCCyhXHt1KzTF5APqP6RB2t_Wk-A9b-3FeUvPGCuRHyQoV1CmTF_UexyeDPK2Fuey4qdul-gLqUDX_v2GSdVB81F21F77c9gXLV65KbqgM67ek0MMyqmW8_k1YeQKAgCxgc0qFth6Wtph2GUBKa/s4000/20231210_110842.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpi7jJL-kxS20I0Ae_5jM67ViiGAT3XVWTkIRpqg82jGCCyhXHt1KzTF5APqP6RB2t_Wk-A9b-3FeUvPGCuRHyQoV1CmTF_UexyeDPK2Fuey4qdul-gLqUDX_v2GSdVB81F21F77c9gXLV65KbqgM67ek0MMyqmW8_k1YeQKAgCxgc0qFth6Wtph2GUBKa/w640-h480/20231210_110842.jpg" title="vegan Lemongrass Chicken Bahn Mi" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Bahn Mi is the second thing we were quite excited about. They have quite a few options and for some reason, we landed on lemongrass chicken yet again. This was a pretty good sandwich including quite good bread which is always one of the keys to great Bahn Mi. It was crunchy on the outside and pillowy on the inside as ordered! A nice selection of crunchy veggies in addition to the chicken and we were happy!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhds2z7j0mNqkrYQAnaIhKqnSbpa116u6gMvnMoFedX6zDXC6pXQlunhYIQubkI7tJ9gQY8PqEKUHSl8K2RTFDxxfWwUutNC2zACvbLO6qzGdC8qgkUgDgLUh0Lj-RayFZPb-xePZ-SDxELIchWbbYxd584WZF4OVnHDKT_S3Q9jcziTnir_4Wb_FLaWEmj/s4000/20231210_105619.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhds2z7j0mNqkrYQAnaIhKqnSbpa116u6gMvnMoFedX6zDXC6pXQlunhYIQubkI7tJ9gQY8PqEKUHSl8K2RTFDxxfWwUutNC2zACvbLO6qzGdC8qgkUgDgLUh0Lj-RayFZPb-xePZ-SDxELIchWbbYxd584WZF4OVnHDKT_S3Q9jcziTnir_4Wb_FLaWEmj/w640-h480/20231210_105619.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The menu at V is fairly extensive and note that not every single item is vegan, It is kind of the opposite of the omnivorous place that has one plant-based item for your vegan friend. They have one meat item so your carnivore friend will not die of protein deficiency. There are still a lot of things that we would like to try and again...right across from the skytrain station! The staff were friendly and accommodating. It was a little chilly but they had just opened so that is probably why.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-77012475849206943992023-12-13T07:13:00.000-08:002023-12-13T07:13:52.239-08:00Blaze Pizza - Vegan Options<p>We had a last-minute family thing with Mharie's family and I decided to cast around and see if there were any vegan pizza joints close by that I have missed so far (so we would have something to bring to the family thing if that's not clear)..Believe it or not searching 'vegan' on Google Maps is one of my go-to processes. Sure enough, Blaze Pizza popped up.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewo87wlejKKKPnM93DEN-J1MGQ1AwZoRDejvNQZh48bEVKXm3dpd8nt6cdtD1LAvO-vb7uW5TWmoICTBpB7p1S_z2ZvNeAUcmuvpLBV7necH5-HjYeg33aq2VAbbdl6GCHgt2_43i2ewDVYmBo_bONVo86eRNMSSv6bBx9As_ufNLu08_HLsQNn4KRDs3/s3328/20231202_181340.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2496" data-original-width="3328" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewo87wlejKKKPnM93DEN-J1MGQ1AwZoRDejvNQZh48bEVKXm3dpd8nt6cdtD1LAvO-vb7uW5TWmoICTBpB7p1S_z2ZvNeAUcmuvpLBV7necH5-HjYeg33aq2VAbbdl6GCHgt2_43i2ewDVYmBo_bONVo86eRNMSSv6bBx9As_ufNLu08_HLsQNn4KRDs3/w640-h480/20231202_181340.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located in Grandview Corners (160th and 24 Avenue), it was not far out of our way. We would be able to place an order and pick it up on the way to Mharie's sister's place.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9aEKwjHUTSoqEB9rM_693Te8ugKMGx5zCmegcMzQZk1W6Ptg9BSPFbkp7vuRdegk9KgGmfL34o8o9Cl7u1ilU3E0RhvwzXapx-OkDjoHxWYE156mNAIIPcmvGqMA2hu4EzM8wsS6zt8Q-uRN0hRN7uGCJIDgh-MwFyo_OwfIOSW_eId83Pj9XxmGpRea6/s4000/20231202_183854.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9aEKwjHUTSoqEB9rM_693Te8ugKMGx5zCmegcMzQZk1W6Ptg9BSPFbkp7vuRdegk9KgGmfL34o8o9Cl7u1ilU3E0RhvwzXapx-OkDjoHxWYE156mNAIIPcmvGqMA2hu4EzM8wsS6zt8Q-uRN0hRN7uGCJIDgh-MwFyo_OwfIOSW_eId83Pj9XxmGpRea6/w640-h480/20231202_183854.jpg" title="vegan Build Your Own Pizza" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are no designated plant-based pizzas at Blaze but you can build your own as they have vegan cheese and plant-based chorizo as well as a variety of veggies and sauces. We ordered two of this build-your-own variety. The first started with spicy tomato sauce and cheese and chorizo (we had these on both). We added pineapple (for my wife), basil, and some spicy peppers and we were quite happy with the result. This was on their regular crust which was pretty good. It lent itself to the NY-style fold. Nicely spicy as well.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHAUkPYZcMtZdbSQ3kRXoZRWz5rhKmkt5P3QWv-79CHeOVEDrRwMJfXAUD2SgEvgp6xhPONQoAOzwKQLFju8hQ_5kYH5T9Q7cFGnHSod0oCjLDAf3AxuQlTVNycXUE2O3l2vZaUmjZBrBSk8bvbXv9f_jvmj0FNzTnBfN42tHF8IAhgMyo7v4dwN2UjSPh/s4000/20231202_183821.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHAUkPYZcMtZdbSQ3kRXoZRWz5rhKmkt5P3QWv-79CHeOVEDrRwMJfXAUD2SgEvgp6xhPONQoAOzwKQLFju8hQ_5kYH5T9Q7cFGnHSod0oCjLDAf3AxuQlTVNycXUE2O3l2vZaUmjZBrBSk8bvbXv9f_jvmj0FNzTnBfN42tHF8IAhgMyo7v4dwN2UjSPh/w640-h480/20231202_183821.jpg" title="vegan Build Your Own Pizza" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For our second Build Your Own, we started again with the classic dough but with pesto sauce. Adding red onion, roasted garlic, mushrooms, chorizo and vegan cheese again, we ended up with a delightfully garlicky affair once it was completed with a pesto drizzle. This is one you definitely want hot out of the oven. It suffered a bit due to travel and cooling time but that was our fault. It was still a great pizza. The 11" pizzas were $16.25 each which doesn't strike me as cheap but there was good value just the same.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZFmTkcxR-zr_fo5tWC5EFWlB7iG7W2Lyz0QrXACq2K9Bjl1MlOuqZ1cXEcGczPzlk1bgGltkCpHOAC8aWLxMVRGNQQqOJJSZWQy920nM4uAtqM59WVPj-q-TW3_YgiFP5mZedkDkWfVFQpEM2XePP2eaPGQFpNKnHAvVmGRwwtuAuWTiXMfX0i_hhHdGA/s3781/20231202_181411.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2924" data-original-width="3781" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZFmTkcxR-zr_fo5tWC5EFWlB7iG7W2Lyz0QrXACq2K9Bjl1MlOuqZ1cXEcGczPzlk1bgGltkCpHOAC8aWLxMVRGNQQqOJJSZWQy920nM4uAtqM59WVPj-q-TW3_YgiFP5mZedkDkWfVFQpEM2XePP2eaPGQFpNKnHAvVmGRwwtuAuWTiXMfX0i_hhHdGA/w640-h494/20231202_181411.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next time, we'll dine in. This is an enjoyable space and would allow us to spend some time after at Indigo while digesting. Bookstores have become a rare and precious commodity. We ordered online but the staff that we did deal with were quite pleasant. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-49679714778778446682023-12-07T08:11:00.000-08:002023-12-07T08:11:23.670-08:00Petite Bao - Vegan OptionsSaying sando instead of sandwich or resto instead of restaurant is a little like wearing Crocs or flip flops. It's an indication that we have become too lazy to bend over and tie our fucking shoes...That being said, Vancouver Magazine published 9 of the best "sandos" in the city, including Petite Bao's Wagyu Bao. While I no longer advocate for eating dead animal products, I already knew that PB had a few vegan "sandos" on their menu as well. So we made the trip this past Sunday.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2nwGZnJGOwXi34g-0TVlCy2RCnP1XAROn_b8G2VzbEDUhPVS41tAlKzGUKNXV3-w7BwtzrpRzCVbaD1snzmqw4PUlboEfvbGgwSPKUNk_5CrW7lOLvwurAq2SxBcZwtLrnnYSWbPsNoolQqxkGDMd4-pBhlcUUwsPCBqu1ZxxFpYOkbTega3QGtSQq55/s3470/20231202_120750.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2603" data-original-width="3470" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2nwGZnJGOwXi34g-0TVlCy2RCnP1XAROn_b8G2VzbEDUhPVS41tAlKzGUKNXV3-w7BwtzrpRzCVbaD1snzmqw4PUlboEfvbGgwSPKUNk_5CrW7lOLvwurAq2SxBcZwtLrnnYSWbPsNoolQqxkGDMd4-pBhlcUUwsPCBqu1ZxxFpYOkbTega3QGtSQq55/w640-h480/20231202_120750.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I just barely managed to get a picture of the front of their place, at the risk of my life, by stepping out into the street on West 12th, just near MacDonald. Parking is not abundant (street parking on a busy strip) and since I'm still not up to speed on my new knee, I am more aware of that than usual. Normally I would say, your legs aren't broken, just park and walk. That may apply to you.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivluvEqLuzSoEaAUbW5oYWJij_dt9lKFeceHA9HOA9gIirfuWIjU3bctWLHL51YCqL-dTnQrpBd5d3zWydr8AX1hKY9-l7qxYWfcxLL3kb8Vevj4DCay6e4LVd1rCBIPJasVwD_NF8DiSoLjnCnUtpdRof8d8v2MZEXcl2qcF5D701f2PrmaogOHrVO0av/s4000/20231202_121843.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivluvEqLuzSoEaAUbW5oYWJij_dt9lKFeceHA9HOA9gIirfuWIjU3bctWLHL51YCqL-dTnQrpBd5d3zWydr8AX1hKY9-l7qxYWfcxLL3kb8Vevj4DCay6e4LVd1rCBIPJasVwD_NF8DiSoLjnCnUtpdRof8d8v2MZEXcl2qcF5D701f2PrmaogOHrVO0av/w640-h480/20231202_121843.jpg" title="vegan Brussels Sprouts and Omni Luncheon Meat" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are 4 vegan items on this menu and we ordered them all. Then we started being impressed right away. Brussels Sprouts with Omni Luncheon Meat were amazing! The Brussels Sprouts were cooked perfectly (still a little firm) and nicely garnished with vegan spam, some crispy garlic and a nice vinaigrette. Perfect! We have had the Omni product before (same with the fish) and we were quite impressed. It's a little pricier than actual spam but at least no one had to die and we still enjoy the meaty saltiness of it.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIha668yPykLyhiTCNl7BGu6PiO8gh7V1adLiRlCzEpSxHwbrzjkJz9jwe3hDdJpTiaj44NRuss7eCv7MG_W31qmjw1zBAlm4YGujp_GT9tVNruol5SBNKSkH_QrZBe-GyFga3pDHltIAz679xCM-DPUXoKfB0wNsL6BtjOmSKThz9o9wemif19iLxfGNa/s4000/20231202_122043.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIha668yPykLyhiTCNl7BGu6PiO8gh7V1adLiRlCzEpSxHwbrzjkJz9jwe3hDdJpTiaj44NRuss7eCv7MG_W31qmjw1zBAlm4YGujp_GT9tVNruol5SBNKSkH_QrZBe-GyFga3pDHltIAz679xCM-DPUXoKfB0wNsL6BtjOmSKThz9o9wemif19iLxfGNa/w640-h480/20231202_122043.jpg" title="vegan Truffle Fries" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Truffle Fries were next. I had to check that the truffle mayo was indeed vegan and they were able to reassure me. This was also quite delicious. The fries were top-notch and stayed crispy under the assault of mayo (no better than saying resto?), shitakes, crispy shallots, daikon and green onions. Seriously, we were pretty stoked up for this plate of fries!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBchXQXxsUGWTcXQ_uRhDWS0U-_ZGFBsOSUfcnuvBMutxcEv3yhTz0rUR2tF0nYkV1xMYm0woDY3Dj5pDeQT4f_MpY74OdwzUSrNFH55ck6QhXMF6E8gkQ_t2LpuPTYj0zGri1F89kbWQq_y0jGMkp5EGUJwXcVrUrvgxcs2CVRlFo7oGn56SlcPPPngE/s4000/20231202_122924.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBchXQXxsUGWTcXQ_uRhDWS0U-_ZGFBsOSUfcnuvBMutxcEv3yhTz0rUR2tF0nYkV1xMYm0woDY3Dj5pDeQT4f_MpY74OdwzUSrNFH55ck6QhXMF6E8gkQ_t2LpuPTYj0zGri1F89kbWQq_y0jGMkp5EGUJwXcVrUrvgxcs2CVRlFo7oGn56SlcPPPngE/w640-h480/20231202_122924.jpg" title="vegan Impossible Bao" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've always been team Impossible when it comes to fake meat. Overall, I prefer it when someone puts together their own concoction (mushrooms, walnuts, lentils etc.) but I challenge anyone to tell the difference between Impossible and actual dead cow. In addition to a nicely fried patty, this bao has a wonderful onion jam, shiso, truffle mayo and confit tomatoes. The buns themselves are puffy and soft and very good at soaking up the flavours. This was an amazing sandwich! They have taken some time on the details!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9s0QXcNjR4hEgg-VOGiu4JlJXzy5lwHzf2bs8ps-Wj92U1tyKFx3S4r0GxkxsLSIWZaQlPxTXr8_tkQa2MR0qmFUx3dmpoSwdgUDGvU2Y9jm-QwpdIiE9RkJIX7LvIio48sJSNLE-skaSrSXy_Z9uvujXDB_3a72lwXBGzQbykk-Fmql0evQdH1WXq0Zl/s4000/20231202_122831.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9s0QXcNjR4hEgg-VOGiu4JlJXzy5lwHzf2bs8ps-Wj92U1tyKFx3S4r0GxkxsLSIWZaQlPxTXr8_tkQa2MR0qmFUx3dmpoSwdgUDGvU2Y9jm-QwpdIiE9RkJIX7LvIio48sJSNLE-skaSrSXy_Z9uvujXDB_3a72lwXBGzQbykk-Fmql0evQdH1WXq0Zl/w640-h480/20231202_122831.jpg" title="vegan Omni Miso Fish Bao" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Last up was the Omni Miso Fish Bao. Omni is the brand of the fish and we have had it at Kirin and prepared it at home. It is a strong product and again I challenge anyone to realize that they are not eating fish. The only one who was aware was my cat. She has no interest in plant-based eating. This was served crispy with a miso glaze. Again, the folks here pay attention to detail serving the bao with thinly sliced king oyster mushrooms, arugula, red onion and Furikake mayo. Another masterpiece!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4N6MA-EiZ1t2D3vjBDhWDnSfbolOF7Ng0kx1fJb0n_wzCkhEpABL-AhQfHggMwgR3c3Z9GbYHPmefZMwkOIzL4u7n_XGkD21W7CF3E_yI68FfqLrWd5KA3-FJN6-tAO9xU6RLj2dx6JSczh7pcl8sG2E_VzeRH6Zs9SY3ZmgTxelK2S7S37pOG7ow4By9/s3516/20231202_121027.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2637" data-original-width="3516" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4N6MA-EiZ1t2D3vjBDhWDnSfbolOF7Ng0kx1fJb0n_wzCkhEpABL-AhQfHggMwgR3c3Z9GbYHPmefZMwkOIzL4u7n_XGkD21W7CF3E_yI68FfqLrWd5KA3-FJN6-tAO9xU6RLj2dx6JSczh7pcl8sG2E_VzeRH6Zs9SY3ZmgTxelK2S7S37pOG7ow4By9/w640-h480/20231202_121027.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The vegan options here are all amazing. Everything is well thought out, beautifully presented and delicious. It is a lot for what is kind of close to fast food. I just wish that they had a few more choices! If this place was close to home, I would be there all the time. Our server was also very friendly and attentive. Its hard to find anything wrong with Petite Bao!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 3 1/2 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 out of 5</span></span></span></span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br />Yes! We're Eating Vegan Again!http://www.blogger.com/profile/07194335564181602610noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1144834361096430862.post-80615036939556396472023-11-30T13:00:00.000-08:002023-11-30T13:00:06.485-08:00Workshop Vegetarian Cafe - Vegan Restaurant<p>Mharie and I have been challenged by the idea of getting to the Workshop Vegetarian in North Vancouver for a long time. It is not that it is so far away from us or too hard to find but the fact that they are only ever open Monday to Friday from 10-4 and then close on statutory holidays. My wife and I both work Monday to Friday so getting to this destination has been nearly impossible. However, thanks to my recent knee replacement surgery, I have been off work for 4 weeks and finally gathered enough mobility that I decided to make the pilgrimage to WV during the week.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk907OqeeZ7O0Xc7ZlixgYCukTR3KM8EMHUsaj1AEPd6TXFhnPA0vk7_ckBF7d5r4YxqZFRu70cR7puJLawyugkPhHvCU9yCrF0upheA63WG5QOFQT4l5WM5F7qVGHmP2Bc7idiJoNMFdJgBIqhWb0Dkkm1NHYIrOKeyTGRDHcEEheaW-MuFJLd8ocgGZ5/s3456/20231121_104157.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2592" data-original-width="3456" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk907OqeeZ7O0Xc7ZlixgYCukTR3KM8EMHUsaj1AEPd6TXFhnPA0vk7_ckBF7d5r4YxqZFRu70cR7puJLawyugkPhHvCU9yCrF0upheA63WG5QOFQT4l5WM5F7qVGHmP2Bc7idiJoNMFdJgBIqhWb0Dkkm1NHYIrOKeyTGRDHcEEheaW-MuFJLd8ocgGZ5/w640-h480/20231121_104157.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><p>Located at 3rd and Pemberton, WV is in reality a vegan restaurant and I'm not even sure why they call themselves Vegetarian. They have a very good selection of baked goods, soups, noodles and more, not to mention items ready for takeout and frozen items as well. WV was started with the idea of making Asian foods available without animal products (and healthier).</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgauJMnqkWqWpp5cTUzw_DpjunUKQ3a1h7e_zMk6AYPpLXy0N6EG3A9NDCP2-8RFi89ZWdBBgqFmLkNAwlK16qTd8O1BY9ntMay3rcY4RGY-m38vAhbnGZDnv9qumzfgJeNPzrzAQZ8r51GrggLW27ADw8wSq3v9e5ZIgYz3txoXh8UZYTTbX8vwhsmmgKW/s4000/20231121_105436.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgauJMnqkWqWpp5cTUzw_DpjunUKQ3a1h7e_zMk6AYPpLXy0N6EG3A9NDCP2-8RFi89ZWdBBgqFmLkNAwlK16qTd8O1BY9ntMay3rcY4RGY-m38vAhbnGZDnv9qumzfgJeNPzrzAQZ8r51GrggLW27ADw8wSq3v9e5ZIgYz3txoXh8UZYTTbX8vwhsmmgKW/w640-h480/20231121_105436.jpg" title="vegan Rice Noodles with Organic Cashew Sauce" width="640" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They make their own noodles in-house so I had to try their Rice Noodles with Organic Cashew Sauce. This was delicious! You'll have to trust me that the noodles are there, and very good and under a lot of other very tasty stuff! It was the cashew sauce that ruled here as it was savoury and just a touch sweet as cashews are. This dish had tofu, nuts and seeds, greens and veggies and was a satisfying meal all by itself.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp35XPuzdMVnQYU6euA0R6q9YmPRDr3drZusy8sz6qHnvXn8u_wi093SHeN4EHcj2-PA7UIlX6nu0X1NLmwDYezx8Ap6gEqYL3zymgYOEvK5IyrzQHnHm9jxilQMaOJeJ2WfswnmE-pb4c80wvVsuZqVIHfhfJytpBAlVSFKQcnLdog1kYjoxjwRAO8ilC/s4000/20231121_105405.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp35XPuzdMVnQYU6euA0R6q9YmPRDr3drZusy8sz6qHnvXn8u_wi093SHeN4EHcj2-PA7UIlX6nu0X1NLmwDYezx8Ap6gEqYL3zymgYOEvK5IyrzQHnHm9jxilQMaOJeJ2WfswnmE-pb4c80wvVsuZqVIHfhfJytpBAlVSFKQcnLdog1kYjoxjwRAO8ilC/w640-h480/20231121_105405.jpg" title="vegan Cranberry Pecan Grilled Cheese" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am a big fan of grilled cheese (someone isn't?). So if there is Cranberry Pecan Grilled Cheese on the menu, I am definitely there. This was a little crunchy and very melty with just a touch of tart from the cranberries. I didn't find out what brand of "cheese" was used but I was told it was a Swiss style.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_-HmIUDVtEYwIXAnBOm3l2x82QcjVNBelFD9ea8kVcKznZbf_ex2ok0TpG88lhgHGfigFr_lXpoB2_VJCP96r6myb5veMkiKz9PNEW5JlscdcO8fN7d4JiCpgWI1AhPvV8RMLDMWa__BswhR66E471Cfk7DB6Grk4E6hM9-Zz87gL-E1W98XB7QJaZb71/s4000/20231121_111137~2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_-HmIUDVtEYwIXAnBOm3l2x82QcjVNBelFD9ea8kVcKznZbf_ex2ok0TpG88lhgHGfigFr_lXpoB2_VJCP96r6myb5veMkiKz9PNEW5JlscdcO8fN7d4JiCpgWI1AhPvV8RMLDMWa__BswhR66E471Cfk7DB6Grk4E6hM9-Zz87gL-E1W98XB7QJaZb71/w640-h480/20231121_111137~2.jpg" title="vegan Cinnamon Bun" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Obviously, I couldn't leave without trying something from their bakery. This Cinnamon Bun was available with or without icing. It would have been pretty good either way.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUWfV00vyLqEVCmQ-MKoU_93SiArBH_x3e13n4TnyjvudhiZGk71u9FmBssBTpmk98qUAJSOnQqWmETAJNUka7JXPinUKLIZ7aS4QwLCBeFggjZMTzjdckiXsjspGnwd9QNm4BGBpTId2Tpdu4zofn6LBOun8IxfezlCtlPTEjd5wy6QXgqtJK8RHtE4Zo/s3646/20231122_144328.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2734" data-original-width="3646" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUWfV00vyLqEVCmQ-MKoU_93SiArBH_x3e13n4TnyjvudhiZGk71u9FmBssBTpmk98qUAJSOnQqWmETAJNUka7JXPinUKLIZ7aS4QwLCBeFggjZMTzjdckiXsjspGnwd9QNm4BGBpTId2Tpdu4zofn6LBOun8IxfezlCtlPTEjd5wy6QXgqtJK8RHtE4Zo/w640-h480/20231122_144328.jpg" title="vegan Kansai Style Udin" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I thought I'd better get something to go so my wife wouldn't miss out completely. I ordered the Kansai Style Udon and they packed it with broth separate from the balance for obvious reasons. At home, I warmed the broth and assembled it to my wife's delight. Substantial udon noodles and a tasty broth with the addition of tofu puffs and some other good stuff made us happy.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtlElMC6rqn2Zn4yZVAC5azShgpk7kOPSSFOXQ0lBbbSm0i5_3_GxpkwNX8Fku81xsDT8s3oQzLH8D0fHnPX4eSeyi-t1I43kEcy5jfAxaomAEJv9R6d-5fV46ROijMB3SLu7qHdzceY46R-LXf8DQ2HltvVOQWRMzFEWJvAK_gvQLchkVCJKSXJUrryqq/s3734/20231122_144457.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2801" data-original-width="3734" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtlElMC6rqn2Zn4yZVAC5azShgpk7kOPSSFOXQ0lBbbSm0i5_3_GxpkwNX8Fku81xsDT8s3oQzLH8D0fHnPX4eSeyi-t1I43kEcy5jfAxaomAEJv9R6d-5fV46ROijMB3SLu7qHdzceY46R-LXf8DQ2HltvVOQWRMzFEWJvAK_gvQLchkVCJKSXJUrryqq/w640-h480/20231122_144457.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They have quite a few house-made products frozen and ready to home with you. I took this miso broth and being lazy, did nothing more than add some ramen noodles and enjoyed it immensely. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1WqBZ_SfsCPad1gMvp0AlN9heenXmH76k5IdzHYV1QLd8pOI-CFNcWy7_BGCOcJgvaBXd8frDTefwprqWHNnA_UkxBdkC2Prstn0s93zqTq4EG0YV5CgPfC_UVmAotrp7YNjn9uc1z_szjC6eblZAzKuUdVfqtlMTTL2qb4x8SHdLE2yr_3rUAGRezoT0/s3714/20231121_105213.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2786" data-original-width="3714" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1WqBZ_SfsCPad1gMvp0AlN9heenXmH76k5IdzHYV1QLd8pOI-CFNcWy7_BGCOcJgvaBXd8frDTefwprqWHNnA_UkxBdkC2Prstn0s93zqTq4EG0YV5CgPfC_UVmAotrp7YNjn9uc1z_szjC6eblZAzKuUdVfqtlMTTL2qb4x8SHdLE2yr_3rUAGRezoT0/w640-h480/20231121_105213.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This morning, I opened my Insta to be greeted by a short reel from Workshop Vegetarian Cafe which outlined its history in a much better way than I could. It is a family-run business that has been around since 2016 and now their plant-based ramen kits called, Noods, are available online for shipment across Canada. And that is only the start of what they are making available.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWv2Nb_uMZT8vxGIsj-ZxkZE33Ew6aGjEjJWKXJXPlxEZncfcKWpp91djeKB4g_Du1WRtJIC4YcqZwRPXRZENgQzfW0jlLYeyYVZ-rpPTNU30RWsY2gW67DmTgTZGxa30-jHy7mOwWKUcMoDe7qRRFPRoT7QKCBuv_429d8gj3KzNs4mL2_FcR1vODJCS-/s3803/20231121_105110.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2852" data-original-width="3803" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWv2Nb_uMZT8vxGIsj-ZxkZE33Ew6aGjEjJWKXJXPlxEZncfcKWpp91djeKB4g_Du1WRtJIC4YcqZwRPXRZENgQzfW0jlLYeyYVZ-rpPTNU30RWsY2gW67DmTgTZGxa30-jHy7mOwWKUcMoDe7qRRFPRoT7QKCBuv_429d8gj3KzNs4mL2_FcR1vODJCS-/w640-h480/20231121_105110.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So these folks are frankly, amazing. I had only one complaint and that is their hours of operation. The manager/owner that I spoke to told me that it is their intention to try to change that to some degree (I begged for one Saturday a month). In the meantime, I am going to check out their retail partners to figure out where I can get Noods. Maybe when I get my 2nd knee replaced in 6 months or so, I will be able to make a second visit to WV towards the end of my rehab. Be sure to check out their social media as it gives a better picture of them than this blog post!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Food<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Vegan Options<span> </span><span> 5 out of 5</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Comfort<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Service<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span>Value<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> 4 1/2 out of 5</span> </span></span></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Yes! 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