Jumping on the vegan bandwagon, are we? Well, whether you are part of the old-school who became vegan before it was even a thing or just recently started exploring this new foodie territory, this article will help you find the best vegan spots in Porto for you to enjoy sweets and pastries to die for! Cuz long gone are the times when it was all veggies and tofu! Give it a look and let us know which places are your favourites!
HERE ARE 5 PLACES THAT SERVE DELICIOUS VEGAN SWEETS
MOMENT’UM
Photo by: Nuno Carvalho
Moment’Um is a humble and often overlooked restaurant located in Campanhã, a not so touristy part of the city. Here they strive for variety, serving many different types of dishes while providing – coziness alert – a very intimate space with their textured cork wall panels. Better yet, while appreciating the art work on their walls, you will get the chance to taste some of the most delicious vegan cakes our city has to offer! Come take a look and find out why people are usually so surprised with their ability to recreate traditional Portuguese sweet recipes without using any milk or eggs. If you’d like to know first-hand what all the fuss is about, check out their vegan version of the classic Fatias de Resende. Moment’Um is open everyday from 8am to 10pm.
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TÂMARAS PASTELARIA SAUDÁVEL
If you’ve never thought of hearing the words “guilt-free” and “pastries” in the same sentence, then a visit to Tâmaras is in order! It’s a realm of indulgent sweets that are kind to our planet, to our animal life, and – of course – to our beach bodies (because… priorities). With recipes low on sugar, several gluten free options, and absolutely no use of eggs or milk whatsoever, they say heaven is a place on Earth! Plus, Tâmaras also allows you to order their delicious vegan cakes online, so that you can binge-watch your favourite show while munching on their decadent treats. Tâmara is open from Monday to Saturday from 11am to 7pm.
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DUH VEGAN DONUTS
Photo by: Pedro Castro
If only Marge Simpson knew donuts could be this healthy, Homer could keep on drooling over the iconic sweet while still sporting a respectable Jason Segel’s dad bod. And all they had to do was move to Porto! Too many cross references? We apologize, probably just a sugar high. At Duh Vegan Donuts, you can find delicious and innovative donut recipes suited to everyone’s taste… albeit with a vegan and healthy twist! Enormous, glazed, fruity donuts? That is one sweet tooth craving you won’t need to hide any longer! DUH is open from Monday to Saturday between 11am to 7pm.
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VEGANA BY TENTÚGA
Photo by: Raphael Alvim
Vegana is not just another place designed to capitalize on the recent popularity around veganism, but rather, a business venture that comes from a place of pure, relentless, unconditional love towards nature and animals. It’s a dream come true for its owner, and you can feel it as soon as you step inside. If you would like to try the Portuguese classic custard tart but your vegan diet says it’s a big no-no, then Vegana is awaiting your visit. Besides, this small coffee house also serves as a store, so take a look at all the different products available and buy yourself some bamboo toothbrushes. Vegana by Tentúgal is open from Wednesday to Monday between 9am to 8pm.
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APURO
Photo by: André Espinha
Vegan and organic food (including a decadent hazelnut cream for dessert), craft beer and live events: it probably sounds too good to be true, but it does exist! Welcome to Apuro – the first vegan bar in Porto and a place with a very distinctive vibe you can only properly fathom once you set foot through the doors. With brick walls and an industrial décor, this is a place that definitely shies away from your typical vegan stereotype… and we drink to that! Apuro is open from Monday to Saturday from 12:30 to 00:00.
What are your favorite vegan pastries? Will you be visiting these anytime soon? Make sure to let us know in the comments below!
