A classy potato bar? How about a classy vegan and vegetarian potato bar? Yes, such a thing does exist! And it exists in the small city of Lubeck in northeastern Germany. When I think of potato bars, I have this mental image of a dried out, tasteless white potato topped with butter, beef chili, shredded cheese, […]
Munich’s vegan restaurants are classy and upscale, which can mean higher priced meals compared to the typical vegan café, but the dishes are creatively presented and they incorporate interesting, “hard to find” ingredients like samphire, white asparagus, and kelp noodles. Here are our top choices if you’re looking for an upscale, vegan dining experience. Max […]
During our travels in Argentina at the end of 2013, we met a young couple from Switzerland that insisted we check out Germany and its quickly expanding vegan and vegetarian scene. We did a little research, and sure enough, we discovered that there is a concentration of vegan restaurants and health food stores in Germany’s major […]
Tempeh is a soy-based product made from a controlled fermentation process that binds soybeans together into a solid mass, or rectangular veggie burger-like patty. Tempeh is similar to tofu in that it is made from soybeans, but that is the only characteristic these two plant-based foods have in common. You might be surprised to learn that […]
Bali may be best known for its beaches and beautiful coastlines, but the inland town of Ubud has become increasingly popular in recent years as a destination for travelers looking for a small town vibe and a refreshing change of pace from the bustling beach scene. If Ubud sounds familiar, it might be because of Elizabeth […]
If you’re a strict vegan or vegetarian, bear in mind that most Japanese dishes contain dashi, a fish-based broth. This broth is made from bonito flakes and hot water and is the foundation of Japanese cuisine. It’s used in everything from miso soup to ramen and curry, even when those dishes don’t otherwise contain meat […]
As I might have mentioned in a few previous posts, breakfast has always been my favorite meal of the day. Aside from an occasional Sunday brunch of homemade vegan banana-blueberry pancakes or a tempeh scramble, I usually go for the quick (less than 5 minutes to prepare), easy and nutrient-rich breakfast. After many a breakfast of […]
After a few weeks of traveling in and around Kyoto and Osaka, I was itching to chat with some locals about the vegan and vegetarian food scene in Japan. I noticed right away that even though traditional Japanese food tends to be nutrient-rich, relatively healthy, and not overly processed, the vegan and vegetarian scene isn’t […]
One of the first things you’ll notice about Japanese cuisine is that most meals conclude with a small portion of rice and fermented vegetables, or tsukemono, as they’re called in Japan. In fact, last night, we met up with one of my husband’s former Japanese colleagues for dinner in Tokyo, and as the meal was ending, he insisted […]
During our 2-week stay in Osaka, we had the opportunity to share a few meals with my husband’s former colleagues from when he was working in Japan. While the conversation was often a mix of Japanese and English, I found that these outings were the perfect opportunity to learn about the subtleties of Japanese culture through the simple act […]