Tatler’s ultimate plant-based guide for vegans and vegetarians in the Philippines

Isaw and BBQ are just two of the irresistible street food vegans surely long for. If you’re one such yearning soul, look no further—pop open a soda and treat yourself to these vegan street food available in Metro Manila.

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Maybe you’re craving rich kare-kare, comforting adobo, or crunchy sisig instead. Sate your hunger and sharpen your kitchen know-how with these vegan-friendly recipes for local Filipino classics.

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The range of vegan and vegetarian-friendly recipes from these impressive personalities will leave you astounded. Browse through their channels to pick out what you’re making for your next meal, or simply for the joy of watching some kitchen magic unfold.

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Here’s one for the sweet-toothed among us: a mouthwatering round-up of where to order cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, and even egg tarts that plant-based folk can guiltlessly indulge in. Fair warning, you may not be able to stop at just one.

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Speaking of sweet treats, who doesn’t love ice cream? Whether you’re vegan, lactose intolerant, or simply looking to diversify your freezer’s portfolio (some of these may even dethrone your current favourites!), check out these six ice creameries churning up some luscious licks. 

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Amanda Griffin-Jacob proves that your plant-based diet never has to get in the way of your foodie passions. Though now based in Singapore, the vegan gourmand continues to long for her favourite vegan and vegetarian–friendly spots in Metro Manila, which include both well-known staples and hidden gems you ought to try.

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Juicy, flavourful, and beautifully messy, a good burger is any carnivore’s dream food. Thanks to these outlets, vegans can join in the fun, too.

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Fried chicken, bibimbap, burritos, and more—order them all! These outlets offer plant-based substitutes for fan-favourite dishes that are so tasty even meat-lovers swear by them.

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Flex your culinary capabilities while sticking to your plant-based diet with the help of these five vegan-friendly mock meat options available in the country. Better yet, use it to fool your friends and family—it may just convince them to rethink their diet!

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Nothing rouses hunger (and inspiration!) quite like some beautiful food photography. The stunning dishes and recipes from these 15 vegan and vegetarian Instagram accounts will get you into the kitchen in no time and assure you that meat-free never needs to be free of flavour.

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Looking for something a bit easier to follow? These five basic tofu recipes are just what you need.

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Slowly but surely, international borders are opening up once again. As fellow foodies will concur, that means we’ve got one thing on our minds: gastronomic tourism is back! Plan your next destinations around these plant-based menus that we consider to be the best in Asia.

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No celebration is complete without some extravagant eats, and there’s no reason vegans should miss out on the fun. Though especially perfect for Christmas, these festive dishes are so swoon-worthy you’d even want to whip them up in the middle of the summer.

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The wealth of options for milk substitutes is growing faster than ever before—and frankly, it’s even a bit dizzying. Browse this short read to learn more about five of the most popular, including their source, flavour, nutrition, and texture.

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For this instalment of Foodie Finds, we speak to photographer, meditation coach, and yoga instructor Sara Black. A long-time wellness advocate, she leads a mindful and sustainable lifestyle that integrates a committed yet fulfilling plant-based diet. Find out where she gets her fill below!

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Scallion pancakes, kimchi jjigae, and teriyaki tofu musubi—three easy but delicious meals you’d better keep in your back pocket. Taken from Spicebox Kitchen, a debut cookbook from Dr Linda Shiue, they are thoughtfully drafted with both health and flavour in mind.

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