I hate to say it, but vegan food’s reputation for being boring is not entirely unwarranted. Plant-based options, if there even are any on the menu, sometimes seem to be nothing more than a box-ticking exercise; a way to please everyone without actually doing anything to excite the taste buds of those who don’t eat meat or dairy. Don’t get me wrong: this is not always the case, and it happens less and less, but in the mainstream food world at least, it’s easy to see how vegan food has gained this reputation.
Holy Carrot in Knightsbridge, London, is on a mission to change this perception with a menu that includes vegan sushi, “crab” burgers and their version of shepherd’s pie. With an excellent amount of choice – all plant-based and gluten and artificial sugar-free – it was one of the first times I was truly excited to try an all-vegan restaurant.
