I feel bad for The Vegetarian Kitchen, because I don't know how they will outdo themselves this time. I had 3 things that are completely new on the menu, and not only do I love them, each dish also brought me back to memory lane. And it made me realize that most people are attached to food not because of the food per se but because of the experience associated with it. The longganisang macau (yes, this is vegan, not vigan, longganisa) reminded me of the sausages I had at the streets of Taiwan when I travelled with my mom and dad. I have forgotten about the taste of this altogether, not because I became vegan, but because it's been more than half a lifetime ago since I visited the country. It was served as an appetizer. Next time I have it though, I will pair it with tofu scramble and fried rice for a breakfast-style meal. The fetuccini carbonara is the very first dish I cooked in my life. This was during my pre-vegan days. I lived in Beijing then and the first dish I cooked was a smashing success according to my then-boyfriend. I loved the dish myself though. So to have a vegan version of it readily available is just amazing! The veggie ham that came with it reminded me of salami sandwiches I'd have at home when I was a kid. And the dessert, ponkan olive oil loaf, had a texture similar to rum cake, ones I had during late night coffee with friends in my early 20s. So this is why I feel bad for The Vegetarian Kitchen. How can they top this now? I challenge them and I will be there every week (I hope) to see how they manage.
The Vegetarian Kitchen is located at 62B Mother Ignacia Avenue, Quezon City. The most significant landmark is that it's across St. Mary's College. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays 11am to 9pm. They do have a break in between so call 355-56-22 if you plan to be there between 3pm and 5pm.
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John John grio
3/10/2013 03:19:36 pm
Looks yummy
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Nancy Siy
3/13/2013 01:52:58 am
Check out that place when you're in QC! It's my favorite :)
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