November Issue 3 | Page 66

21 MUST-TRY VEGAN DISHES IN TORONTO DINING Toronto leaves nothing for want when it comes to vegan eating. What was once a sea of salads and side dishes has recently evolved into a vibrant landscape of cross-cultural comforts, greasy bar snacks, burgers, fine dining and brunch. Here is the ultimate vegan dish bucket list to try in Toronto. Avo Toast at Doug’s Public Kitchen: Toast is trending at brunch at Doug’s on weekends. The precursor to vegan Benedicts and banana French toast is available on a choice of sprouted grain bread or gluten-free chia bread and comes topped with seasoned farmers’ veggies and an optional vegan egg. Address: 561 Marlee Avenue, Toronto Phone: 647-341-1736 Instagram: @dougmcnish Congee from Kupfert & Kim: The flagship restaurant on Spadina is home to this Chinese rice poridge. Here the steaming bowl comes packed with brown rice, bok choy, kale, carrots, mushrooms, and zucchini then topped with a medley of sesame seeds, scallions, dulse and kimchi. 18-Carrot Dog from Planta: Vegan fine dining with a fun twist is the specialty at this Yorkville restaurant. Here, crispy roasted carrots stand in for sausage on a bun and get dressed in mustard and sauerkraut with a pickle and fries served on the side. Address: 140 Spadina Avenue, Phone: 416-504-2206 Instagram: @kupfertkim Address: 1221 Bay Street, Toronto Phone: 647-348-7000 Instagram: @plantatoronto 66 4GUYS.CA