Herbivory is slowly becoming a global trend, with more people doing their bit to save the planet and look after their health, many of our gourmet hot spots are adapting to green cuisines. And afterall, why can’t healthy eating be something we can enjoy in the comfort of table cloths and wine pairings?
French Chef Alexis Gauthier transformed his Michelin star restaurant Gauthier Soho into a vegan experience in 2015. His plant-based french cuisine has showcased delicious combinations, with a four star review from Timeout and a 9/10 rating from The Times. It is definitely an establishment renowned for deluxe clean eating, fresh produce, and culinary artistry. A stunning place to visit on October 1st if you are in London.
Another gem located in the city centre of Edinburgh, is Vesta Bar and Kitchen, a restaurant named after The Goddess of Home. With seasonal dishes, punchy flavours, a wine, gin and craft beer menu – you’re bound to feel right at home in Vesta’s rustic dining space. With dishes made by local chefs, and award winning guest chefs like Martin Wishart, there is no better place to try vegetarian and vegan options than from the pots of the best culinarians in Scotland.
Simpsons Restaurant in Birmingham tops the list of vibrant veggie nosheries to sample on the first of October. With a contemporary design and high end, seasonal ingredients, it has held Michelin star prestige since the year 2000. There is no better way to splash out on the 1st of October than in a private dining room at the place everyone is talking about.
While there are many factors we can ponder over as the world shifts from steak to salad, it is most certainly not a lifestyle that condemns you to a routine of health-shakes and superfoods. With high street restaurants joining the trend, we can experience the finest tasting menus, lavish dining experiences and up-market ingredients from the foodie settings we deserve to be part of. Whether it’s a staycation or a vacation into plant-based eating, there are fine-dinings options for everyone to enjoy.