#plant-based-cuisine

#plant-based-cuisine

If you don't get your stuff together, you're not going to graduate with your friends. After struggling through high school, the then-17-year-old Ramdass wanted to ensure she would graduate with her friends. Heading to a local Barnes and Noble bookstore, Ramdass had one goal: Buy a book, because at that age, she had never read a novel from start to finish.

A sandwich doesn't have to have meat to be hearty and delicious. Although there are some disappointing meat-free options out there - mediocre bread topped with bland, ultra-processed "meat" or limp cheese - Los Angeles is filled with many vegetarian and vegan sandwiches that showcase just how great the category can be. These sandwiches really highlight the joy of great produce, something the city has incredible year-round access to.

The last decade has seen monumental shifts toward vegan dining, and Crossroads Kitchen in Beverly Grove has played a major role. Clichés can overwhelm discussions surrounding vegan restaurants, with side-eyed assumptions on menus that emphasize tofu, meat substitutes, and nutritional yeast. Yet chef and founder Tal Ronnen has struck a chord in Los Angeles and beyond with white tablecloths, stellar wines, intimate service, and an innovative menu favored by locals and A-list celebrities.

Humm was committed, however, and set out to showcase vegan recipes while keeping sustainability at the forefront of his kitchen.

Manon Fleury opened Datil, a 33-seat railroad-style space in the 3rd arrondissement, in September 2023, emphasizing plant-based cooking in one of the world's great growing climates.

"We opened a pop-up version of [Only The Wild Ones] next to the Butcher's Daughter. It also has a cool selection of vinyl. We wanted to offer something to the community and share our love for natural wine."

‘Whether it's multi-course Indian feasts in Chelsea catering to vegetarians and carnivores alike or a Hammersmith favourite that has fed the suburb's foodies hearty seasonal fare since the '80s, London's vegetarian scene is thriving.’