Vegan in Bellingham

The moment I have been dreaming of for over a year now has finally happened--Mulunesh Belay has opened Ambo Ethiopian again, now in it's new location!  As soon as I heard the news, I knew I would be there for the very first moment that she opened. I did not want to miss a moment and I could barely stand the waiting. Yesterday, November 16, 2019, was the grand opening in the new restaurant on N. State Street, and my husband and I went with some friends to celebrate and once again enjoy Mulu's amazingly delicious cuisine. (And yes, we were the very first ones there). I ordered the kale and yellow split peas and everything was just as good as I had remembered. I am already planning when I can eat there again (which will be tomorrow evening, in case you are wondering, followed most likely by multiple evenings this week!!). Over this past year, I have missed the delicious vegan food from Ambo Ethiopian, and Mulu's beautiful bright smile, more than I can say, and I am...

You might be as heartbroken as I am that Rocket Donuts is closing, since that means no more vegan donuts for us anymore, but I offer you some happy news to help you through this disappointment. Shirlee Bird Cafe in Fairhaven makes The Most Delicious vegan pastries you will ever find anywhere in Bellingham. Feast your eyes on this photo of a lovely lemon and berry danish I had the pleasure of eating this past weekend, and trust me, it tasted as good as it looks. Next time you are in Fairhaven, stop in and check them out!

Not only does Bayou have several vegan options on their menu, they also have weekend vegan brunch options! If you have not yet tried the vegan hash, I recommend it.  This mouth-watering dish takes potatoes, avocado, onions, other veggies--cooked just right and combined with the perfect amount of seasoning--to create a fantastic dish you will want to eat again and again. Weekends are just that much better when you can incorporate brunch at Bayou into them!

I am finally adding Wild Oat Bakery & Cafe to my Vegan in Bellingham site! I know many of us have been longing and wishing for a completely vegan restaurant for quite some time, and now we finally have one.   Unfortunately, because of my food sensitivities and allergies, I can't give you a lot of specifics based on my first-hand experience. Nearly everything on the menu contains soy, and several of the items that were originally listed as soy-free are not soy-free any longer. They also did not update their paper menus for a few weeks after making the change, and I am still waiting for the online menu to be updated. All of which serves as a great reminder to make sure you always ask questions if you have them, and don't rely on what's listed on a menu, even at a vegan restaurant.  All of that being said, I have heard their baked goods are delicious and people rave about their french dip sandwich.  I am very very happy Bellingham finally has a vegan res...

Cosmos Bistro - Home of Bellingham's Best Vegan Burger! If you haven't tried the vegan burger at Cosmos yet, I really hope you will after reading this. They make their own vegan patties from beets and black beans and they are packed with flavor! Add a side of their roasted veggies (roasted in olive oil) and you are all set for a super-tasty meal. This is one of those dishes I have had around a half a dozen times now and it's been good every time. I think there are probably other vegan options at Cosmos, and the waitstaff who work there are always friendly and nice so I am sure they would happily answer your questions--I am just so enamored with the vegan burger and roasted veggies, I end up getting them every time.  Once again, thanks to my friend Kymi for another great vegan in Bellingham food lead! And to everyone out there who may be reading this, if there is some place you think I should try that I have not yet written about, please email me (veg...

I can't believe I have wanted to visit the Pigs Peace Sanctuary for nearly 20 years, and then finally, yesterday, my wish came true. And the experience was truly amazing. If you are not yet familiar with the Pigs Peace Sanctuary, I encourage you to learn more about it. We are so lucky to have such a valuable place so nearby Bellingham. Not only does it provide a safe place for rescued animals to recover from trauma and live out their lives in peace and happiness, it also offers humans a place to connect with and learn more about these beautiful, often misunderstood creatures.  Judy Woods and  the volunteers that help her are doing really incredible work and you cannot help but be moved by the stories of bravery, survival, recovery, and connection that Judy shares with you when you visit the sanctuary. Tour appointments have to be scheduled and approved with Judy in advance, and people are eligible to sign up as volunteers with the sanctuary after attending a tour. My...

These are the best biscuits for decadent breakfasts sandwiches, biscuits and gravy, or if you craving a biscuit-like roll to accompany your dinner. I make these every Thanksgiving, and they are also one of my husband's favorite brunch items. Vegan Buttermilk Biscuits : Preheat oven to 450. In large bowl sift together 2 cups flour, 3 tsp baking powder and 1 tsp salt.  Cut in 1/4 cup vegan margarine. Stir 1 1/2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar into 1 cup of unsweetened vegan milk. Add the "buttermilk"  to the dry ingredients and mix. Roll the dough out onto a floured surface and use a round cookie cutter to cut out biscuits. I usually stack two circles on top of each other so that they will break apart easily after they have baked. Bake for 12-18 minutes or until slightly golden on top.