Soups and starters

Seitan Popcorn 'Chicken'

Seitan - or gluten - is the original meat alternative. This tasty dish originated in China hundreds if not thousands...See recipe »

Pea & Mint Soup

Super healthy, amazing colours and a real crowd pleaser. The vegan buttermilk gives a lovely, creamy quality and depth of...See recipe »

Roasted Chillies Stuffed with Cashew Cheese

We've been experimenting with vegan nut-based cheeses here at the cookery school and have discovered that this cashew cheese makes...See recipe »

Thai Living Soup

This is the easiest soup in the world, tastes delicious and is super healthy! You put all the ingredients into...See recipe »

Vegan Cauliflower Pakora

We've always found pakora incredibly versatile - they're a really easy but interesting way to use up leftover vegetables and...See recipe »

Aubergine Towers

This is an old Viva! favourite. We’ve simplified the recipe and broken it down into easy steps. Basically, while the...See recipe »

Almond & Pinenut Fritter with Braised Fennel, Roast Butternut Squash and White Beans

Chef Richard Buckley, owner of Acorn Vegetarian in Bath (one of the few veggie/vegan restaurants in the Michelin Guide) says:...See recipe »

Shredded Garlic Brussels Sprouts with Pine Nut Risotto

Some times simple is best. It is all too easy to keep adding flavours and textures when the essence of...See recipe »

Vegan Caesar Salad

Liverpool restaurant's Our Kitchen presents this highly nutritious Caesar Salad. It is crisp, hearty and packed with flavour whilst delivering...See recipe »

Pink Peppercorn Cashew Cheese

The pink peppercorn cheese is a hands-down favourite amongst our team at The Allotment . It's moreish and punchy without...See recipe »

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