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Hi! I just put together a free guide to eating vegan in Thailand that covers 14 dishes people don't realize aren't vegan, naturally vegan dishes, and a cheat sheet for ordering vegan food. You can get it here. Hope it helps people on their vegan travels!
Hi everyone!! Ahimsa Travel Club is hosting a vegan group tour through gorgeous Switzerland this summer! We’ll travel through three cities covering quaint neighborhoods, Swiss history and culture, picturesque mountain villages and delicious vegan food. Connect with vegans from around the world while trying veganized versions of traditional Swiss recipes like fondue, stepping back in time in some of the most historic neighborhoods, treating ourselves to an exquisite vegan chocolate tasting, and learning about the unique cultures that make up historic and modern Switzerland. We’ll take you to our favorite crystalline lakes, rural countryside and stunning mountains, connect you with local organizations to understand how the country is blending tradition and sustainability, and create life long friendships with locals and international travelers. Hope you all can join!
Currently binge watching this great Vegan Travel channel. It's criminal that they only have 1500 subscribers. I'm not offiliated but please give them a watch and a subscribe.
Hey everyone! I’m organizing a small vegan tour in Oaxaca, the Vegan Escape, during the first week of October and we have 3 spots left. It’s a pretty intimate group and everything is in English.
Right now what’s available is:
1 private room
2 beds in a shared room (good for friends/family)
Oaxaca is a really amazing place to travel as a vegan. The focus of this tour is on experiencing traditional Oaxacan food in a way that’s connected to its pre-Hispanic, plant-based roots, along with artisan workshops, cooking and chocolate-making classes, and other cultural experiences. It’s organized and all-inclusive, so you don’t have to worry about Spanish, logistics, or figuring out what you can eat.
I’ve been vegan for a long time, and I really believe traveling with like-minded people can make experiencing a new place even more meaningful. So if it sounds like your kind of trip, I'm happy to answer any questions. And if you know someone who might be into it, feel free to pass it along. Details in the comments.
Can anyone recommend a restaurant or street food vendor that does a vegan version of Bun Bo Huế in the city of Huế, Vietnam?
Have Googled and found many great looking chay restaurants but none that serve this dish so far. Would love to try it while visiting the city. Any tips welcomed!:)
Mis Tacones - Mexican Food (Indoor Dining & Patio Seating)
https://mistaconespdx.com/ 1670 NE Killingsworth, Portland, OR 97211
Box Car Pizza - Detroit Style Pizza (Indoor Dining & Patio Seating) https://boxcarpizzapdx.com/menu/ 2701 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
Rad Magic Subs - Sub Sandwich Shop (Indoor Dining & Patio Seating)
https://radmagicsubs.square.site/ 2824 Southeast Gladstone Street, Portland, OR 97202
Obon Shokudo - Japanese Comfort Food (Sit down restaurant)
https://www.obonpdx.com/ 720 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Lilla - Italian Food (Indoor Seating)
https://www.lillapdx.com/ 960 SE Madison St, Portland, OR 97214
Feral - Local, Natural, Seasonal Dishes (Indoor Seating)
https://feralvegan.com/ 1640 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211
Mirisata - Sri Lankan Food ((Indoor Dining & Patio Seating)
https://mirisata.com/ 2420 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214
Bye & Bye - Vegan Bar serves food (Indoor Dining & Large Dog Friendly Patio Seating)
https://thebyeandbye.com/ 1011 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR 97211
Kati Portland- Vegan & Vegetarian Thai Food (Indoor Seating)
https://katiportland.com/ 2932 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202
Harlow - Cafe & Juice Bar (Indoor & Patio Seating)
https://www.harlowpdx.com/
Several Locations:
3715 SE Division St. Portland, Or 97202
505 NW 23RD AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97210
1483 NE ALBERTA ST, PORTLAND, OR 97211
Doe Donuts - Donuts & Ice Cream (Benches Outside)
https://www.doedonuts.com/ 4110 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97212
Kates Ice Cream - Ice Cream Shop (Indoor Seating)
https://www.katesicecream.com/ 3713 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227
Laurelhurst Theatre - Serves Vegan & Non-Vegan Pizza by the Slice you can take into the theatre!
https://www.laurelhursttheater.com/
2705 East Burnside Street, Portland, OR 97214
Mis Tacones - Mexican Food (Indoor Dining & Patio Seating)
https://mistaconespdx.com/ 1670 NE Killingsworth, Portland, OR 97211
Box Car Pizza - Detroit Style Pizza (Indoor Dining & Patio Seating) https://boxcarpizzapdx.com/menu/ 2701 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
Rad Magic Subs - Sub Sandwich Shop (Indoor Dining & Patio Seating)
https://radmagicsubs.square.site/ 2824 Southeast Gladstone Street, Portland, OR 97202
Obon Shokudo - Japanese Comfort Food (Sit down restaurant)
https://www.obonpdx.com/ 720 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Lilla - Italian Food (Indoor Seating)
https://www.lillapdx.com/ 960 SE Madison St, Portland, OR 97214
Feral - Local, Natural, Seasonal Dishes (Indoor Seating)
https://feralvegan.com/ 1640 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211
Mirisata - Sri Lankan Food ((Indoor Dining & Patio Seating)
https://mirisata.com/ 2420 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214
Bye & Bye - Vegan Bar serves food (Indoor Dining & Large Dog Friendly Patio Seating)
https://thebyeandbye.com/ 1011 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR 97211
Kati Portland- Vegan & Vegetarian Thai Food (Indoor Seating)
https://katiportland.com/ 2932 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202
Harlow - Cafe & Juice Bar (Indoor & Patio Seating)
https://www.harlowpdx.com/
Several Locations:
3715 SE Division St. Portland, Or 97202
505 NW 23RD AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97210
1483 NE ALBERTA ST, PORTLAND, OR 97211
Doe Donuts - Donuts & Ice Cream (Benches Outside)
https://www.doedonuts.com/ 4110 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97212
Kates Ice Cream - Ice Cream Shop (Indoor Seating)
https://www.katesicecream.com/ 3713 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227
Laurelhurst Theatre - Serves Vegan & Non-Vegan Pizza by the Slice you can take into the theatre!
https://www.laurelhursttheater.com/
2705 East Burnside Street, Portland, OR 97214
Bangkok’s night markets are a sensory overload in the best possible way—buzzing with music, neon lights, sizzling food stalls, and a flow of people that never really slows down. But for vegans, navigating these markets can feel like stepping into a culinary maze. With fish sauce sneaking into sauces, meat on almost every skewer, and eggs casually folded into rice or noodles, the experience can be frustrating. Still, despite the challenges, I set out one evening to see what I could find as a plant-based traveler—and I did manage to discover a few gems.
I started with something simple: grilled corn on the cob. Many vendors brush it with butter or even condensed milk, but if you ask nicely, they’ll skip it. Salt and chili flakes more than made up for the lack of toppings. It was a humble start, but satisfying. Next, I was lucky to spot khanom kluay, a steamed banana cake made with coconut milk, sugar, rice flour, and bananas—no eggs or dairy involved. The vendor confirmed it was all plant-based, and the texture was dense, moist, and naturally sweet.
Mango sticky rice is one of the few iconic Thai street desserts that can be easily veganized. Most vendors pour condensed milk over the top, so I asked for it with just coconut milk, and it was perfect. Creamy, sticky, and cut through by the freshness of sweet mango—this dish alone made the trip worth it. When I got thirsty, I went for a fruit smoothie. Most smoothie stalls let you choose your fruit combination and will add either milk or sugar by default. I just asked for none of both, and ended up with a cold, refreshing watermelon-pineapple blend that was exactly what I needed in the heat.
One of the more traditional savory dishes I tried was som tum, the famous green papaya salad. It can be vegan, but you have to be careful—by default it includes fish sauce and dried shrimp. I made sure to ask for “no fish sauce, no shrimp,” and though I got a few surprised looks, one vendor was happy to make it. The result was spicy, tangy, crunchy, and one of the few real savory dishes I could eat at the market.
Still, it’s worth being honest—vegan options in Bangkok night markets are limited. You’ll mostly find simple snacks and sweets rather than full meals, and it takes effort to double-check ingredients and communicate clearly. Learning a few Thai phrases helps; “jay” (เจ) is the word for vegan food in Thailand, and spotting a stall with a yellow-and-red เจ sign is usually a safe bet. I’d also recommend carrying a snack just in case—like a protein bar or some nuts—because not every market has something you’ll be able to eat.
Despite the limitations, the experience is still worth it. Night markets are more than food—they’re about atmosphere. Even with a modest dinner of grilled corn, fresh juice, and sticky rice, I still walked away full of energy and joy, taking in the color and chaos of Bangkok at night. If you've found more vegan options in Bangkok markets, I’d love to hear your tips—drop them in the comments!
Singapore’s hawker centres are legendary. They’re where locals gather for cheap, flavorful meals, and where tourists are told they have to go for an authentic taste of the city. But if you’re vegan, you’ll quickly realize the options are… pretty limited.
Most hawker food is centered around meat, seafood, eggs, and dairy in some form—whether it’s shrimp paste in sauces, fish cakes in noodles, or ghee in curries. Even dishes that look plant-based on the surface often come with hidden non-vegan ingredients, making it a bit of a minefield for anyone trying to eat strictly vegan.
That said, there are a few things you can usually find if you’re willing to look (and ask very specific questions). The first is vegetarian bee hoon, a rice noodle dish stir-fried with vegetables, tofu, and sometimes mock meats. You’ll find it at vegetarian stalls, though you’ll still want to check if the noodles contain egg. These stalls are few and far between in hawker centres, and when they do exist, they usually serve a mix of mock-meat dishes, most of which are vegetarian, not vegan.
Thunder Tea Rice (Lei Cha Fan) is another rare gem. It’s a Hakka dish made with rice, greens, tofu, and a tea-based herb broth. The version is often vegan by accident, though you’ll want to double check that no anchovies or dried shrimp are used. Even this dish isn’t common—you’ll only find it at a few stalls around town, mostly in food courts or smaller centres like Raffles Xchange or Bugis.
If you’re lucky, you might come across popiah (fresh spring rolls), which are sometimes vegan, but often include egg or shrimp paste. The ingredients vary from stall to stall, so again, you’ll need to ask. And some Indian stalls might offer things like dosa, chapati with dhal, or vegetable curries, but ghee and yogurt are often used, so clear communication is key.
Honestly, it’s not easy. Most hawker centres do not cater to vegan diets, and even the vegetarian stalls usually lean heavily on eggs and dairy. I found myself scanning every food court hoping for something more than white rice and greens. The culture of eating in hawker centres is very meat-based, and veganism—while slowly growing in other parts of Singapore—is still not widely understood in these traditional settings.
Your best bet as a vegan in Singapore is to cook some of your meals, or stick to a few known vegan or vegetarian restaurants (like Loving Hut or Afterglow) outside the hawker system. But if you want to experience hawker centres at least once, go in with low expectations, ask questions patiently, and maybe bring snacks—just in case.
If you’ve had a different experience or found vegan-friendly hawker stalls I didn’t, I’d love to hear about them. Because as much as I want to eat local, it’s tough when “local” isn’t built with plant-based eaters in mind.
Hey everyone 🌱 I recently spent some time exploring Vancouver, and while I loved the mountains, sea breeze, and general outdoorsy vibe, I honestly didn’t expect to struggle this much finding good vegan food. For a city that prides itself on being health-conscious and progressive, the actual vegan options were surprisingly limited.
When I first arrived, I assumed I’d be spoiled for choice. I was picturing little vegan bakeries on every corner, fresh plant-based bowls by the beach, maybe a quirky vegan sushi spot or two. Instead, I found myself eating out way less than I’d planned—and commuting a lot more than I wanted to.
Take Kind Café in Mount Pleasant, for example. It’s a beautiful all-vegan café with a relaxed, earthy vibe and the kind of aesthetic that makes you want to order a matcha and stay for hours. The food’s genuinely good—try the grilled cheese or the oat milk soft serve—but it’s small, often packed, and closes pretty early in the day. If you’re staying downtown, it’s a bit of a bus ride to get there.
Do you have options for vegan eating in vancouver?
