Veggie Wok

Vegan Delights with Fiery Flavors

Ah, Veggie Wok—it’s like stumbling upon an oasis in a desert for those who chase vibrant flavours but avoid meat clutches. Upon entering, the undeniable aroma of spices greets you like an old friend with tantalizing tales from the semi-permeable world where China meets India. Despite its unobtrusive location, tucked away in what appears to be an international food hall, this joint doesn’t merely linger in the background; it demands attention amidst the culinary cacophony.

Their famed Veggie Wok ritual is nothing short of theatrical splendour: a choose-your-own-adventure stir-fry, complete with a selection process that would intimidate even the most seasoned diner. We’re talking 17 vegetables—yes, 17—that could have stepped off a penthouse balcony, bumbling over each other in a colour-coordinated dance of fiery flavours and crunchy textures. The Chilli Garlic Mogu might diplomatically sit as a side dish, yet packs a punch strong enough to leave even the most steadfast carnivore contemplatively rubbing their meat-gravitating chin. All this spice-induced delight manifests not only on the plate but through a service that feels genuinely invested in sprinkling a touch of vegetarian joy during each meat-less escapade. Veggie Wok, darling, not only are you embraced, but you’re demanded—a welcome rebellion against mediocre vegetarian propositions. My only wish is that I had a stomach with considerably more board space; undoubtedly, I need another trip back to satiate my appetite for both mystery and metaphor. — Penelope Savory