A lot of people to day, both young and old, are slowly discovering the benefits and joys of a vegetarian diet. Exploring vegetarianism means living a healthier lifestyle and keeping diseases at bay.

Samâdhi – vegetarian restaurant in Berlin, Germany by Olivier Bruchez

European Vegetarianism

If you’re right smack in Europe because you are vacationing or are there for any other reason, it is imperative to know where to get the best vegetarian meals. Countries in Europe are known to easily provide a pound or more of flesh as Spain, Portugal and most of Eastern Europe are famous meat eaters.

So where should you go if you’re aching to eat salad?

Ghent – Why It is the World’s Vegetarian Capital

Normally, cooking courses and food tours are activities that are not easy for vegetarians but in the City of Ghent in Belgium, there are hordes of vegetarian food tours. Vegetarians can hop from one food destination to the next without saying no to local specialties.

Neuzeke or Tiny Nose is a homemade, sweet, conical cherry candy which you need to try. Augustine beer and the local Gruut beer are beverages that you and your friends should sample. Roomer, on the other hand, is an alcoholic drink made from Elderflowers – it is highly refreshing during the hottest days in that city.

There are many vegetarian desserts in Ghent. Try Belgian waffles but say no to the square ones as the toppings can be really fattening. Look for the oval-shaped Liege waffle which is best eaten plain.

Ghent is a place where you don’t need to buy a vegetarian food map. Just walk around and you can do your own vegetarian tour. Avalon is a famous organic restaurant there with ample servings of vegetable meals. Tasty offers smoothies and 11 vegetarian and vegan hamburgers. Mosquito Coast may not be strictly vegetarian but they have the most diverse vegetable menus to offer.

Say No to Meat at Sicily

Sicily comprises a huge portion of Italy. Look forward to quality produce which comes out of this place. Even meat-eating folks will be enticed to eat their greens once they see the fresh vegetables from this area. Get your fill of caponata, arancine and manicotti, three of the most sought-after recipes in Sicily.

Amsterdam – It’s Time to Try Dutch Vegetarianism

Amsterdam in Netherlands is an ever-progressive city. Liberal-mindedness abounds on this place which is no surprise that vegetarianism has been embraced. There is a huge percentage of vegetable eaters on this city which is why there are strings of restaurants which cater to this growing population of vegetable eaters.

Berlin – A Grander Version of Amsterdam

Berlin is quite similar to Amsterdam in terms of vegetarian lifestyle. The only difference is that, it offers vegetarianism on a bigger scale. The big metro areas are peppered with restaurants which now cater to the vegetable-eating public. So who says Deutschland is all about sauerbraten and wurst?

About the Author: Mary Jean is a writer for MyFood, a company that provides healthy meals via delivery in the UK.

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Just in 1885, the ruins of the castle has been bought by the city of Ghent and started a renovation project. Despite the criticism of people that Gravensteen Castle is not worth repairing, the reconstruction was finally completed. The newly built houses were removed and the walls and dungeon were restored to their original condition.

Currently, this monument attracts more and more tourists each year.

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