As we start 2021, the first month of the year also marks Veganuary – an initiative encouraging people to follow a vegan lifestyle for the month of January, which also encourages an overall healthier lifestyle.
While many might have pre-conceived notions about vegan dishes, there is a wide range of cafés around Dubai that focus on both health and taste with an array of plant-based items on their menus.
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If you wish to go vegan this month, Dubai’s healthy-eating club is an ideal place to start, with its rollout of dedicated vegan meal plans and healthy meals in outlets located both in Jumeriah Emirates Towers and Dubai Internet City. Starting at Dhs499 for five days, these bespoke meals have healthy options all based on your preferences.
The Coffee Club
With a new year, new you mantra across 27 cafés in the UAE, there’s an exclusive vegan special edition menu launched offering mouth-watering flexitarian meals including Açai bowls, plant-based burgers and coconut cashew burgers, there’s more than enough to try on this menu.
Wild & The Moon
Inspired by the seasons, this chic café has an alchemy of flavours all bursting with vital energy making it a healthy alternative to the urban crowd. From cold-pressed juices to dishes prepped with the best superfoods, each ingredient is ethically sourced. Located in Alserkal Avenue and DIFC, it’s open daily from 9am to 8pm.
SEVA Experience
This creative destiny was born with a mission to promote wellness, real food and a magical garden which is an escape for Dubai’s city views. With an emphasis on vibrant organic living good and proudly sourced seasonal ingredients, the dishes are sure to nourish your taste buds. Located on Jumeirah Road, the café is open daily from 10am to 8pm while being closed on Tuesdays.
Soul Sante Café
From their star eggless omelette to a gluten-free meal, you can devour their list of delectable delights without compromising on taste. Located at Dubai Marina, this café is the perfect haven for health enthusiasts in the emirate which is open from 7am to 9:30pm.
Comptoir 102
This award-winning ethical concept is tucked away on Jumeirah road offering conscious choices with ingredients sourced from local organic farms, serving delicious food while promoting sustainability. From home-made nut milks to its famous smoothies, there’s enough and more for everyone who visits. This eatery is open daily from 8am to 10pm.
Ronda Locatelli
Starring Michelin chef Giorgio Locatelli, the restaurant is proud to serve more than 50 gluten-free dishes while adding a classic vegan twist to its well-known desserts, making it completely irresistible. Located at Atlantis, The Palm, the restaurant is open from 12pm to 3pm on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and 6pm to 11pm on all days except Wednesday.
