Curated guide to vegan treats in Dubai for the month of Veganuary
Veganuary, since 2014, has inspired and supported more than one million people in 192 countries to try a vegan diet for the month of January, and many have taken this beyond January. If you are considering making the change or you you have already taken the step towards a healthier lifestyle as per vegan guidelines, we bring you details on the Veganuary Festival at Expo 2022. You can also check out the curated list of delectable sweet and savory items we have put together.
Veganuary, Festival Garden, Expo 2020 Dubai
Veganuary, the first vegan food festival in the Middle East, brings an array of scrumptious delights and amazing culinary experiences for the vegan palate. Food lovers in Dubai can enjoy vegan delights, music, the eco-market place, Not Just for Vegans, with sustainable stalls and an organic spa with friends and family at the Expo 2020. The vegan food festival is to be held at the Festival Garden, Expo 2020 Dubai, from 14 January till 30 January 2022.
Veganuary restaurants at the Expo 2020 will be offering vegan burgers, pizzas and even chocolates and ice creams. The eateries offering these are Chuck Chick, Erpingham House, Vegan Dough Co, Holy Carrot, Floozie Cookies and Mylk among many other options.
The festival would help vegan community in Dubai to come together and celebrate the simplicity of vegan lifestyle. Nearly 500,000 people in last year’s campaign pledged to adapt to the vegan lifestyle and this festival takes the pledge one step ahead.
Vegan Treats in Dubai
Restaurants all across Dubai are also offering vegan delicacies on their menus. We have curated a unique list for you:
Bistro, UAE: Pan Asian take on the vegan options
China Bistro known for serving delicious Pan Asian Cuisine is celebrating veganuary with its special menu serving the vegan pan Asian flavours to its diners. The vegan menu includes a choice of appetizers, mains and staples making the dining experience memorable for vegans as well as flexitarians.
For booking: China Bistro – Flavours from Asia
Zocco, Dubai: Mexican diner with revamped vegan menu
The Mexican diner is ready for the round 2022 with new dishes on the menu. The revamped menu has it all – enchiladas, fajitas, tortillas, tacos and five different types of guacamole along with fresh fruit sorbets and gluten free items covering all allergens.
For booking: zocodubai.com
Bombay Borough: Combination of exotic spices and vegan healthy diet
The all-day Indian bar and eatery in DIFC, Bombay Borough, the all-day Indian bar and eatery in DIFC, has launched a brand-new Vegan menu to celebrate Veganuary 2022. The menu incorporates hyper-local ingredients from across India with innovative takes on classic dishes, and also caters to plant-based lifestyles. The dishes have been specially formulated to suit a healthier diet and accommodate hungry appetites with generous portions and tantalizing aromas.
For booking: https://www.bombayborough.com/
Dhaba Lane, Dubai: India’s favourite dessert is now vegan
Dhaba Lane, known for serving authentic Dhaba (roadside shacks on Indian Highways) delicacies in an urban setting in Dubai is celebrating the spirit of veganuary with the launch of a vegan version of a popular Indian dessert, Malai Kulfi. Priced at AED 30, the vegan malai kulfi is made up of avocado, pistachio and plant based mylk, and is available at Dhaba Lane Karama and Al Garhoud.
For booking: dhaba-lane.com
