FRIDAY, March 29, 2024
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Turning away from meat

Turning away from meat

A new guide to vegetarian restaurants reveals just how many of these eateries can now be found in Asia


More and more meat eaters are turning their backs on steaks and even fish in favour of healthy vegetarian fare as part of their personal healthcare regime. However, many complain there are not many options when it comes to vegetarian dining. The editors of “Veg Haven” are confident that vegetarians will be spoilt for choice when travelling in the region. This well-researched, comprehensive guide brings together Southeast Asia’s leading vegetarian restaurants in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Hong Kong and Macau.
It kicks off with Singapore, which has the most entries in this guide, even though in terms of the variety of flavours, Thailand has a better range.
Basically the book features listings of vegetarian establishments that mostly offer Indian, Chinese, Western, and local fare. Many are Indian because vegetarianism has deep-rooted origins in ancient India and connects with the idea of non-violence towards animals being part of the natural order.
Each entry has a two or three line description of the food and the restaurant, plus practical information about each venue and discount coupons for use in the featured countries.
Thai readers will be pleased to find that there are far more vegetarian restaurants than they knew about. The Thailand section lists outlets not just in Bangkok, but also in Chiang Mai, Pattaya and Phuket. Many entries are Indian restaurants. Throughout the region, Indian food remains the most popular, followed by Chinese and Thai cuisine. So keep the guide handy if you are in the mood for daal and chapati, or vegetarian noodles for your next meal.

 

 

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