{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"DTH Travel","provider_url":"https:\/\/dth.travel\/de","title":"where to find vegan eats across Asia - DTH Travel","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"ObXBId58RJ\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dth.travel\/de\/where-to-find-vegan-eats-across-asia\/\">where to find vegan eats across Asia<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/dth.travel\/de\/where-to-find-vegan-eats-across-asia\/embed\/#?secret=ObXBId58RJ\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#171;where to find vegan eats across Asia&#187; &#8211; DTH Travel\" data-secret=\"ObXBId58RJ\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! 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Read on to learn about how different countries approach veganism as well as some of our local teams\u2019 favourite vegan restaurant recommendations! \u00a0 BHUTAN Though most of Bhutan\u2019s traditional food, like the national dish of ema datshi, incorporate cheese or meat, it\u2019s not difficult to find vegan varieties thanks to vegetable-heavy dishes and fresh produce all year round. Your local guide can always point you in the right direction and recommend dishes packed with vegetables (and lots of that famous Bhutanese spice!). DIETHELM RECOMMENDS Mountain Caf\u00e9, Paro Mountain Caf\u00e9 is a vegetarian haven specialising in using its homegrown fresh, organic ingredients, such as lettuce, root vegetables and herbs. Ambient Caf\u00e9, Thimpu Popular with Thimpu\u2019s expats, Ambient Caf\u00e9 is located above Norzin Lam and boasts a varied menu featuring high-quality espresso, juices and smoothies, vegan breakfasts, buckwheat waffles, sandwiches, plus homemade cakes and ice cream. \u00a0 [showimage url1=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mountain-Cafe-Paro.jpg&#8221; url2=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Ambient-cafe-Thimpu.jpg&#8221;] &nbsp; CAMBODIA Siem Reap \u2013 known to some as \u201cTemple Town\u201d \u2013 is home to the magnificent Angkor Wat and plenty of vegetarian or vegan restaurants. As a vegan traveller, you won\u2019t go hungry here and can easily find plenty of plant-based options in international restaurants and cafes as well as traditional restaurants. Vegetables serve as a base for many Khmer dishes so it\u2019s often easy to request vegan preparation, especially in Siem Reap or the capital of Phnom Penh. DIETHELM RECOMMENDS ARTillery, Phnom Penh &amp; Siem Reap This art gallery and creative cafe has branches in both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap focusing on healthy living, including hosting community art projects, food classes, wellness events and detox programmes. The plant-based menu is filled with satisfying vegetarian, vegan and raw dishes, often incorporating superfoods and organic, local ingredients. VIBE, Phnom Penh &amp; Siem Reap With cafes in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, VIBE focuses on good food and good vibes. Each nourishing, plant-based dish \u2013 from acai bowls to vegan burgers, tacos to tabbouleh \u2013 is created using ethically sourced ingredients with house-made toppings, dressings and more. Along with a wide range of smoothies and teas, you can also find vegan-friendly goods, like cashew cheese, to buy and take with you. \u00a0 [showimage url1=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Vibe-Cafe-PhnomPenh-SiemReap.jpg&#8221; url2=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Vibe-Cafe-PhnomPenh-SiemReap2.jpg&#8221;] &nbsp; HONG KONG Hong Kong is known for its incredible, varied cuisine and this extends to its vegan offerings as well. As a global city, many restaurants and hotels support the growing plant-based eating trend and you can find everything from vegan cakes to even dim sum! \u00a0 DIETHELM RECOMMENDS MANA! Central, Central This popular cafe specialises in healthy, organic and vegetarian Lebanese fare. Try one of the flatbread wraps spiced with zaatar, get your greens in with a fresh salad, dig into a veggie burger, and sip on one of the vitamin-packed juices or smoothies. Along with offering good-for-you food, the cafe is also committed to operating on a zero-waste policy. Miss Lee, Central Miss Lee offers an array of delicious modern Chinese dishes that are vegan, dairy-free or egg-free. Along with a la carte dishes filled with different veggies, diners can also opt for the lunch set, including the daily soup, mains, rice or noodles. The fun and friendly restaurant also has a takeaway counter where you can snag ready-to-eat options and freshly made smoothies. &nbsp; [showimage url1=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Miss-Lee_HK.jpg&#8221; url2=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mana-cafe_HK2.jpg&#8221;] &nbsp; &nbsp; LAOS Outside the major cities of Vientiane and Luang Prabang, vegan options in Laos are a bit limited but not impossible to find. If you\u2019re sticking to a strict vegan diet, however, it\u2019s important to be aware of some common foods and ingredients that may work their way into otherwise vegan dishes. For example, eggs and soya milk is widely available throughout the country but the soya milk is usually from the Lactosoy brand, which often sells a version that has dairy milk in it. Then there\u2019s the fish sauce. The Lao people have their own variety of fish sauce, called padaek, which can end up in your food if you aren\u2019t careful. DIETHELM RECOMMENDS\u00a0 Khaiphaen, Luang Prabang Named after the popular crispy Lao snack made from Mekong River weed, Khaiphaen Restaurant offers vocational training to the local youth to prepare them for jobs in the region\u2019s growing hospitality and restaurant industries. The menu showcases regional Lao dishes, both vegetarian and with meat. Tamarind Restaurant &amp; Cooking School, Luang Prabang Overlooking the Nam Khan River, Tamarind provides a delectable introduction to the dishes and flavours of Laos. Choose from individual dishes, create your own buffet of salads or partake in a sharing platter \u2013 if you have any questions, the staff are on hand to talk you through what you are eating and how to enjoy it. Though the restaurant serves meat, many dishes can be prepared for vegetarians or vegans and the staff are well-versed in customising orders to meet dietary preferences. &nbsp; [showimage url1=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Khaiphiean_LuangPrabang.jpg&#8221; url2=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Tamarind-restaurant_LuangPrabang.jpg&#8221;] &nbsp; MALAYSIA\u00a0 Malaysia is home to many different ethnicities and national origins, which carries over into its varied cuisine. The range of delicious dishes that can be found here is incredible. Most Malaysian can ethnically be described as Malay, Indian or Chinese &#8211; all of which have strong culinary roots in vegan and vegetarian cooking &#8211; so it&#8217;s common to find a variety of vegan and vegetarian dining options. DIETHELM RECOMMENDS Simple Life Simple Life is a local vegetarian chain with a number of outlets located throughout the country. All dishes are prepared without using MSG, trans-fat, white sugar or white flour, colourings or preservatives. The casual eatery offers many 100% vegan dishes while others may come with eggs or dairy\u2026though many of the non-vegan dishes can be prepared vegan upon request. JanXden Greenlife, George Town, Penang Open for brunch, lunch and dinner, JanXden in the centre of George Town features a wide selection of vegetarian and vegan Western and Asian dishes. You can try some local Peranakan favourites or even pesto spaghetti all at decent prices. &nbsp; [showimage url1=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Simple-life_KL.jpg&#8221; url2=&#8221;https:\/\/dth.stagingurls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Shades-of-Green_KL.jpg&#8221;] \u00a0 MALDIVES Following a"}