Sarah-Mai Miller is the fabulous foodie behind Eat Pure, a vegetarian food + travel blog. She has been veg since the age of 3 and takes full credit for turning both of her parents veggie, along with countless friends, over the past 26 years. Welcome to the first of her Monthly pieces for GirlieGirl Army on her gourmet traveling adventures as a discerning plant eater!
Eat Pure…A Monthly Taste
While traveling, it can be tough to find amazing vegetarian/vegan food. Every month, I will share with you a new destination and where to find some incredible cruelty-free eats in both the obvious places + the most unlikely of spots. And what kind of girl would I be without giving props to GirlieGirl Army for letting me share my experiences with all of you.
My first destination just happens to be one of my very favorite places to visit – Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. My husband and I spent this past weekend there for our anniversary. We were married on the island two years ago and go back every year. We stay at The Regent Palms, which has the most incredible, relaxing atmosphere.
They have a great breakfast buffet full of fresh fruit, granola, bagels, English muffins and bread. And they do have soymilk, even though it’s not in plain sight, just ask.
For lunch, their House Salad with Mango Pineapple dressing is perfect on a hot day. It’s both light and filling.
And best of all, when it’s really hot, they serve frozen fruit on toothpicks by the pool and on the beach.
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Next up, The Gansevoort. The Gansevoort just opened over a year ago with a great mix of urban + beach. Their restaurant, Bagatelle, is a great spot for dinner.
They have several vegetarian options, including a Spicy Vegetable Curry served with an irresistible crispy flatbread. If you have any hesitations about curry, you might want to go with the Mushroom Risotto…this is one strong curry.
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Another great option for dinner is Anacaona at Grace Bay Club. The outdoor restaurant has an amazing ambiance and it’s right on the beach.
They have two vegetarian options on their regular menu, but I was looking for something non-dairy. I chose three of their sides – Black Bean + Banana Mash, Charred Vegetables and Gnocchi. It was a great choice – the charred onions made everything taste amazing!
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If you’re looking for something a bit more low key, Horse Eye Jack’s is a good choice. It’s right on the water and perfect for a laid back lunch.
A veggie burger is a veggie burger, but when served with hand cut fries and a salty breeze, it definitely stands out.
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And if you’re up for a trip off the beaten path, Amanyara will blow your mind. We rented a Jeep and drove about 30 minutes from our hotel on unpaved roads to this incredible gem. Every sight is better than the last. (We also saw a famous chef vacationing there, so you know the food must be good!) Dinner at their restaurant is a splurge, but completely worth it.
They have lots of vegetarian options, all of them inventive and refreshing. Pictured here is the Heirloom Tomato + Avocado Tartare.
Their Organic Vegetable Risotto is full of peas, artichokes, lima + fava beans with a lovely froth on top.
We ordered the Banana Split for dessert and were pleasantly surprised by the presentation. It consisted of caramelized bananas, peanut butter mousse enclosed by dark chocolate, cherry sorbet and fig jelly. This is truly one of the best things I have ever eaten.
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