Today I'm visiting Wutaishan in Shanxi Province which hosts China's one and only Green Dicos! Dicos Green, Wutai Mountain, Shanxi Province. Puhua Temple, Wutai Mountain, Shanxi Province. I'm Alex, a Canadian living her best vegan foodie life in China! When I moved to Beijing in 2019, everyone told me it would be impossible to maintain my meatless lifestyle... Well, 5 years later I'm still here thriving and discovering new yummy plant-based dishes every day, and I want to share them with YOU! From street-side delights to fancy Michelin finds, my mission is simple: to prove that being vegan in China is not only possible but downright delicious! Whether you're fully vegan or simply a food enthusiast, I welcome you to join me on my adventures chatting with locals and sampling the diverse flavours of authentic Chinese cuisine.
Vegan In China's Alex discovers delicious vegan fast food and a unique temple meal in Shanxi, proving meatless eats in China are surprisingly delightful!
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Alex from Vegan In China takes us on a culinary adventure, starting with a surprising discovery: a fully vegetarian Dicos! This fast-food chain, usually known for its meat dishes, offers a surprisingly delicious vegan menu. Alex samples vegan chicken nuggets, fries, hash browns, and a flavorful chicken curry bowl, sharing her honest taste impressions and highlighting the nostalgic comfort food experience. The journey continues to a Puhua Temple, where Alex enjoys an unlimited vegan temple meal, a unique and fulfilling experience rich in variety and flavor. This exploration showcases the unexpected vegan delights available in China, proving that meatless dining is not only possible but also incredibly satisfying.
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Vegan Food Tour: Wutaishan's Green Dicos & Puhua Temple
Vegan foodie Alex explores Shanxi's Wutaishan, discovering delicious vegan fast food & serene temples. A surprisingly tasty China adventure!
Shanxi Vegan Food: Dicos & Temple Meal
Embark on a culinary adventure with Vegan in China as they explore the unexpected vegan delights of Wutaishan in Shanxi Province. Discover China's unique Green Dicos, a fast-food haven for plant-based eaters, nestled amidst the serene beauty of Wutai Mountain. The journey continues to the ancient Puhua Temple, offering a captivating blend of spiritual serenity and delicious vegan discoveries. This captivating exploration proves that veganism in China is not only achievable but also incredibly flavorful!
Attractions in this video: Puhua Temple, Wutaishan
More about the current video:(Published on 2024-07-30)
This video follows Alex, a Canadian vegan living in China, as she explores the unexpected vegan food scene in Shanxi province. Her adventure begins at a Green Dicos, a vegetarian branch of the popular Chinese fast-food chain. Alex enthusiastically tries various vegan options, including chicken nuggets, fries, hash browns, and a chicken curry bowl, offering detailed descriptions of their taste and texture. She expresses her delight at the quality and variety, noting the nostalgic comfort they bring, while also suggesting improvements for a wider appeal.
Alex then shares a deeply personal and moving experience at Puhua Temple. She recounts her journey to the temple, highlighting the numerous requests from her viewers to visit this location. The temple meal, a 38 yuan all-you-can-eat vegan buffet, is presented as a highlight, with Alex detailing the impressive variety of dishes and flavors. She describes the experience as an abundance of vegetarian goodness, noting the absence of animal products and the unique flavor profiles achieved without garlic or onion, ingredients avoided by many practicing Buddhists.
The video concludes with Alex expressing her satisfaction with both the fast-food and temple meal experiences, emphasizing the unexpected accessibility of vegan food in China. Her journey showcases the vibrant and diverse culinary landscape of China, highlighting both the convenience of vegan fast food and the spiritual depth of a traditional temple meal. The overall tone is one of joyful discovery and enthusiastic sharing, making the video engaging and informative for both vegans and food enthusiasts.
