These gorgeous venues in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are serving up wholesome, vegan delights for those observing Veganuary in the emirates
Caya
Nestled in the heart of Nshama Town Square, Caya brings culinary delights from the Med to Dubai with its Southern European style interiors and comfort food. This homegrown eatery features seasonal chef specials and unique dishes prepared using the freshest ingredients. Diners can now also expect a range of vegan dishes offered up as part of their daily chef’s specials. A plethora of options are served for breakfast, lunch and dinner including eggless omlettes, tofu scramble, coconut yoghurt, Greek lentil salad, meat-free spaghetti bolognese, mushroom ragu and more.
Call 04 564 6689 for reservations
Punjab Grill
Tucked in the Venetian Village at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Indian fine dining venue Punjab Grill is offering up an exciting range of vegan dishes this winter. In celebration of Veganuary, Punjab Grill Abu Dhabi has launched a special vegan menu available throughout the month featuring tandoori broccoli and mushroom, tofu tikka masala and palak patta chaat.
Call 050 668 3054 for reservations
Nassau
Celebrity Chef Silvena Rowe has introduced a special vegan menu to celebrate Veganuary. The menu is available throughoutJanuary at Nassau, located in Jumeirah Golf Estates, and includes the likes of fennel, asparagus and avocado salad, the all-time favourite mushroom and black truffle-infused risotto. Vegan desserts are also available to complete a guilt-free and healthy meal.
Visit https://www.dubaigolf.com/dine/nassau/ for reservations
Folia
Derived from the Latin phrase which means ‘from the leaves’, Folia first opened its doors last year at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. Offering delectable vegan delights, the menu features just 12 items, curated by celebrated chef Matthew Kenney. Nestled in its own secluded garden oasis at the resort, its scenic setting lends the perfect ambience for its plant-based dishes. Sample the wild mushroom sandwich, complete with caramelised onion and truffle aioli; or try the raw pizza margherita, which, with cashew ricotta and pesto, proves that healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring.
Call 04 2707777 for reservations