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Vegan eats in the H Vegan food doesn’t always have to be a salad or tofu. A lot of the time it’s a mix of colorful veggies and delicious meat substitutes. With as many restaurants as Houston has, there’s never a shortage of yummy, animal product free places to eat. Here we break down some favorite vegan restaurants in Houston. WRITING AND PHOTOS BY JEANA’E JACKSON
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he opportunity to experience vegan cuisine is becoming more popular in various communities across the world. As a member of the vegan community here in Houston, I think Houston is home to some of the finest vegan restaurants for
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The wide array of vegan eateries in Houston is something all cities should strive to. Often, I’m asked if there’s any food that I miss since transitioning to being vegan, and honestly, there really isn’t. I find myself able to fulfill any craving I have with the options accessible to Root canals me. Tooth extraction X-rays & more!
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If anything, eating vegan food allows me to indulge in some of the best food I’ve ever tasted. The diversity of the city is reflected well in the foods found here, and there is a vegan
restaurant for every palate. From Mexican to Middle Eastern and spanning a wide array of different types of dietary needs, there’s a little bit of everything for everyone. When you have this many options, you have hundreds of opportunities to give different varieties of vegan foods a chance. Here’s a list of three vegan restaurants that I think deserve a visit! Their food is absolutely amazing, and I consider these options to be some of my favorite vegan eats here in the city. Cascabel My top favorite! Known for their Mexican food, Cascabel is a popular favorite among the vegan community. Their wide range of options on their menu allows guests to experience amazing tacos, unmatched quesadillas and yummy tostadas. The cocktails Cascabel
