LIST: Meat-free food offerings to enjoy this Lenten season
It's the season of reflection and sacrifice, and for many Catholics, that means giving up meat. But beyond the "panata," Lent is a chance to explore some exciting new meat-free dishes.
In case you didn't know, Catholics aged 14 and above are encouraged to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all Fridays of the Lenten season. According to Philippine Jesuits, exempted from this practice are those with medical conditions, pregnant women, laborers, the materially poor, and those with jobs that require them to be attentive, such as policemen and security guards, doctors and nurses on duty, and the like, as well as the elderly.
If you're craving something different or just want to try some exciting new meat-free dishes, we've got you covered. Here are some restaurants that are going beyond the usual Lenten fare.
Bánh Mì Kitchen
Bánh Mì Kitchen has food sets available only this Lenten season. Set A includes fresh kani rolls and a free lemongrass pandan medium drink for P299, while set B includes vegan vermicelli salad with the same drink for P269.
You may also opt for set C to enjoy seafood falafel Bánh Mì with lemongrass pandan medium drink for P279.
Note that the sets A and B are exclusively available at their Cà Phê branches. The offerings are available until April 30.
Ramen Nagi
Are you a seafood lover? Ramen Nagi is offering its limited-edition Salmon Mazesoba King.
The “soup-less” offering features fresh, creamy flavors of buttery salmon with ikura and ebiko. The handmade noodles are covered with vegan sesame paste.
Kashing’s Bistro
Planning a quick getaway to Tagaytay this Lenten season? Kashing’s Bistro offers limited offerings of Tuscan Herb & Shrimp Pasta with cherry tomatoes, Rustic Riviera Pilaf—a red pesto sauce rice with prawns, squid, and mussels with cashew nuts and feta toppings, which you can pair with their focaccia, house-made baguette, and light salads.
The offer is available from March 5 until April 19 only. You may make your reservation here.
Hai Chix and Steaks
If you want to take a break from their signature Hainanese chicken and steaks, Hai Chix and Steaks also has meat-free options: Butter Lemon Shrimp with Cilantro Rice (P595), Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura (P595), and Seafood Linguine Pasta (P695).
The offerings are available for a limited time only. Visit their branches at Estancia, Ortigas, Bonifacio Global City, and Westgate.
Juan’s Bistro
Enjoy a family dinner at Juan’s Bistro with their Isda Dishes available at P299. Offerings include Escabecheng Dalagang Bukid, Bangus Bistek Style, and Bangus ala Pobre. Other specials offered on Fridays are Fried Pla-Pla Carinosa and Sinigang na Bangus.
The Lenten special menu is available from March 5 until April 18. Note that the promo cannot be used in conjunction with other promos and that it is not offered on delivery (GrabFood, Pickaroo, Foodpanda) and catering.
Visit their branches at SM Mall of Asia and Venice McKinley in Taguig City.
