Plant Based Eating in Spain
I spent an amazing week in Madrid, learning all about the local food culture in this fabulous country. So much amazing food is grown in this part of the world, such as a variety of vegetables, olives, almonds, and citrus. This is also home to amazing wines and a rich historical food tradition, that includes a liberal mix of ancient cultures leaving their mark, including the Romans, Greeks, Celts, and Moors. Not to mention the fine culinary skills of possibly the most famous chef in the world, Adria Ferran of elBuli fame.
Madrid is loaded with streets boasting views of beautiful buildings, statues, and fountains.
Palacio de Cibeles, Madrid
I enjoyed a fabulous dinner in this beautiful palace.
Dinner at Palacio de Cibeles, Madrid
My plant-based meal was a lovely vegetable stew with white asparagus and micro sprouts.
Wine and Olive Oil of Spain
I had my fair share of amazing Spanish wines, as well as olive oil.
I caught up with the amazing art scene in Madrid, including this incredible museum which holds amazing pieces, such as this Van Gogh.
Pubs in Madrid
The Madrid streets are quite lively, filled with small taberna (pubs) and tapas spots.
Out door dining in Madrid
Even when it’s cold outside!
Plaza del Sol, Madrid
I took a stroll to the Plaza del Sol, where an open square was flooded with people, and many shops sold local fare.
La Bola, Taberna
I enjoyed tapas at La Bola, a classic Madrid hotspot serving traditional fare since 1870!
La Bola
I loved this simple, hearty white bean salad with peppers and tomatoes.
La Bola
Here’s my plant-powered dessert! Fresh fruit!
The Palace, Madrid
A beautiful vision at night.
Chef Kiko Moya, Table by L’Escalata
I got to meet the amazing Michelin-star Chef Kiko Moya and sample his amazing food!
Table by L’Escaleta
Freshly baked breads!
Vegetable Chips, Table by L’Escaleta
Check out these fresh vegetable chips!
Table by L’Escaleta
Cool décor.
Paella, Table by L’Escaleta
One of the most amazing treats was trying real paella—they even had a veggie one!
Vegetarian Paella, Table by L’Escaleta