Eating out
Thankfully, there are many vegetarian options available in most restaurants and fast food outlets these days. Usually they are on the main menu and some places use a symbol to make them easily recognised.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.
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Nicoletta's Cake Boutique
12/b Park Road, Miramar, Wellington 04 388 5301 http://nicolettascakeboutique.co.nz/ -
Nicoletta's Cake Boutique - Miramar
12/B Park Rd, Miramar, Wellington http://nicolettascakeboutique.co.nz/ -
Oak Tree Café
109 Brighton Mall, New Brighton (03) 382 6220 -
Oh Calcutta
149-155 Parnell Rd, Parnell (09) 377 9090 greatfood@ohcalcutta.co.nz -
Oviedo Cafe
45 Pipitea street – Under the Department of Internal Affairs Wellington -
Palace of India
17 Huron St, Takapuna (09) 489 9911 -
Pimentos
17 Tamamutu Street (07) 377 4549 -
Plantera - Market Stall
Remarkables Market on Saturdays and Arrowtown Farmers Market on Sundays, Queenstown 027 514 0183 https://plantera.nz/ -
Portershed
322 Lincoln Rd, Addington, Christchurch 021 258 3525 facebook.com/portershedcafe/ -
Potpourri Vegetarian Cafe
97 Lower Stuart St (cnr Moray Place), Dunedin 03 477 9983 facebook.com/pages/Potpourri-Vegetarian-Cafe/331565143646353 -
Power Plant
Shop 3 & 5 Civic Arcade, 37 - 41 Bank Street Whangarei CBD 09 430 7967 http://power-plant-organics.business.site/ -
Pranah
120 Riddiford St, Newtown, Wellington 04 389 8100
12/b Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
Thankfully, there are many vegetarian options available in most restaurants and fast food outlets these days. Usually they are on the main menu and some places use a symbol to make them easily recognised.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.