Vegan/Vegetarian Thread (discussion, recipes, laughs)

Linus · 03-29-2011, 11:23 AM

Ok. I need an opinion or two. I'm about to do a wworldwind of a tour of Sydney, Singapore and Beijing. I'm tempted to not be vegan/vegetarian on this trip, particularly Beijing and Singapore so I can try local fare (within reason -- I ain't eatin' cat, dog, toad, etc.)I was thinking of sticking with fish/seafood.

Part of me doesn't like doing this as it feels somewhat of a cop-out but this may be the only time I get to these countries. Beijing does have vegan/vegetarian restaurants but they are far and few between (from what Happy Cow shows). I will be checking them out but I don't know if I'll be able to visit them all the time.

What do you think? What would you do?

violaine · 03-29-2011, 01:26 PM

there wouldn't be any bargaining with my ethics; i would visit local markets in hopes of finding interesting new ingredients to make an amazing vegan dish wherever i was staying during my trip [or else if possible, on the fly- a picnic].

i found this, maybe it will help you?

http://www.veggieplaces.co.uk/vegeta...eijing_cn.html

undone · 03-30-2011, 11:34 PM

The Moosewood cook book has some great recipes that i love to play with.

WolfyOne · 04-10-2011, 03:56 PM

Here's a nice twist on a fresh salad using Asparagus

Shaved Raw Asparagus with Parmesan Dressing

Ingredients
2 pounds large asparagus
1 cup coarsely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (3 ounces)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons warm water
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions
Using a vegetable peeler, shave the asparagus into long, thin strips and transfer to a large bowl.
In a small bowl, mix the Parmigiano-Reggiano with the lemon juice, water and olive oil.
Add to the asparagus and toss to coat. Season the salad with salt and pepper and serve at once.

Greco · 05-14-2011, 06:34 PM

I'm new to vegetarianism/vegan and after today's dinner know I cannot wing it. I've subscribed to this thread, thanks for WolfyOne for the link.

Looks like I have a lot of shopping to do for new ingredients, and learning new ways to cook. Your recipes sound delicious and doable, thanks for creating this thread.

Today, I've experienced the generosity of people on this site, and I thank them for the links to vegan sites, and cook book names, and all of their sharing. This site simply feels good.

Greco

nycfem · 05-14-2011, 07:34 PM

Hey, greco, it took me a few years to get there, and now it's been over twenty years of loving being a vegetarian (vegan friendly). Please don't hesitate to ask us any questions! Peace, Jennifer

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Originally Posted by greco

I'm new to vegetarianism/vegan and after today's dinner know I cannot wing it. I've subscribed to this thread, thanks for WolfyOne for the link.

Looks like I have a lot of shopping to do for new ingredients, and learning new ways to cook. Your recipes sound delicious and doable, thanks for creating this thread.

Today, I've experienced the generosity of people on this site, and I thank them for the links to vegan sites, and cook book names, and all of their sharing. This site simply feels good.

Greco

Greco · 05-15-2011, 04:50 PM

Hi All,

Here to get my shopping list going, but one question that came up for
me since I've been drinking the green juice is how my energy level has
changed, increased.

Have any of you found energy increases since you've been veggie/vegan
and/or began to drink green juice?

Alright, now to my shopping list. The recipes on this thread by the way sound delicious

Greco

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