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<p>A rastaman is smiling somewhere and probably saying something like- ‘a long time the rasta did a tell yuh seh ital is vital’.</p>
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<p>You probably scoffed at that advice 10 years earlier but now it is all about peas, beans and a wholesome lifestyle.&nbsp;</p>
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<blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><p>  ‘a long time the rasta did a tell yuh seh ital is vital’ </p></blockquote>
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<p>We now happily turn up our noses at the once very delicious stew pork - after all, ‘weh pork ago?’&nbsp;and instead it is all about faux meat, not -cheese and other plant-based goodies.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Like everywhere else in the world, Kingston, Jamaica is into the well-hyped vegan lifestyle and <strong>BUZZ</strong> is sharing five spots in the Kingston that are ideal for vegans.</p>
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<p>Did we mention they’re all taste approved by our Editorial staff? Well, they are!</p>
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<h4><strong>Kushites</strong>&nbsp;</h4>
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<p>What’s Gado Gado?  Have you ever eaten vegan steak?  What about sorell cheesecake?</p>
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<p>Those are&nbsp;just some of the items available on Kushites’ menu, which changes approximately every three months.&nbsp;</p>
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<figure class="wp-block-image"><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/West-African-Gumbo-Kushites.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-3063" /><figcaption>West African Gumbo: Tomato and okra stew with seafood, calaloo stuffed yam balls, whole roasted plantain in harissa sauce. (Photo: Instagram - @ kushitesvegetablecuisine)</figcaption></figure>
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<p>What’s more, if you are into Dr Sebi they also offer meal items exclusively for the alkaline diet.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Appropriately <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/@18.0065948,-76.7945134,15z">located</a> inside Eden Gardens Wellness Resort &amp; Spa, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kushitesvegetablecuisine/">Kushites </a>is vegan dining at its finest.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Gallery below with highlights of some of their customer favourites.</em></strong></p>
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<ul class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Breadfruit-salsa-Kushites.jpg" alt="" data-id="3065" data-link="https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/breadfruit-salsa-kushites/" class="wp-image-3065" /><figcaption>Breadfruit salsa (Instagram - @kushitesvegetablecuisine)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Jerked-Chayote-and-quinoa-Kushites.jpg" alt="" data-id="3066" data-link="https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/jerked-chayote-and-quinoa-kushites/" class="wp-image-3066" /><figcaption>Jerked Chayote and quinoa  (Instagram - @kushitesvegetablecuisine) </figcaption></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Vegan-Passion-Fruit-Ice-Cream-Kushites.jpg" alt="" data-id="3068" data-link="https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/vegan-passion-fruit-ice-cream-kushites/" class="wp-image-3068" /><figcaption>Vegan Passion Fruit Ice Cream  (Instagram - @kushitesvegetablecuisine) </figcaption></figure></li></ul>
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<p>The place looks spectacular with stunning golden rococo-style furnishings, which makes it the perfect spot to bring someone you are trying to impress.</p>
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<h4><strong>Mi Hungry&nbsp;</strong></h4>
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<p>It is the ital food spot that is a hit among local vegans - Jamaican vegans love Mi Hungry.</p>
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<p>Opening at an impressive 8:00 am each morning, Mi hungry serves up a wide range of vegan dishes and plenty of freshly squeezed and cold press juices from sun up til well into the evening closing just before midnight.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Market+Place/@18.0221141,-76.7992455,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m8!1m2!2m1!1sMarketplace!3m4!1s0x8edb3e4c788c1fcb:0xfddcf4d0c974b9e2!8m2!3d18.022109!4d-76.7970568">Tucked away</a> inside the food mecca that is Marketplace, what makes Mi Hungry unique is nothing there is cooked-they offer what they call  ‘live’ food. </p>
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<p>Can you believe it, they offer pizzas, burgers and pastas and none of it has touched a stove.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><strong><em>See some of their delectable dishes in the gallery below.</em></strong></p>
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<ul class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Mi-Hungry-Vegan-Dish.jpg" alt="" data-id="3079" data-link="https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/mi-hungry-vegan-dish/" class="wp-image-3079" /><figcaption>Vegetable Pizza (Photo: Instagram  @mihungrynow)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Rap-Raw_Seaweed-broccoli-avocado-tomato-and-ackee-Mi-Hungry.jpg" alt="" data-id="3080" data-link="https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/rap-raw_seaweed-broccoli-avocado-tomato-and-ackee-mi-hungry/" class="wp-image-3080" /><figcaption>Raw Wrap: Seaweed, broccoli, avocado, tomato and ackee  (Photo: Instagram @mihungrynow)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Savory-pie-ackeeplantain-with-black-olives-tomatoes-Mi-Hungry.jpg" alt="" data-id="3081" data-link="https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/savory-pie-ackeeplantain-with-black-olives-tomatoes-mi-hungry/" class="wp-image-3081" /><figcaption>Savory pie: Ackee &amp; plantain with black olives and  tomatoes (Photo: Instagram -  @mihungrynow) </figcaption></figure></li></ul>
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<p>How they do it? It is a variety of spicing and dehydration techniques.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>This spot boasts not only a unique food preparation style but is always buzzing with an ital vibe and lively banter about natural life and black consciousness.</p>
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<p>It is a spot to not only nourish your body but nourish your mind and it is one of the most affordable natural eateries in town.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Did we mention that they also have a <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mi+Hungry+Whol'+Some+Food/@18.4059561,-77.1096176,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8edafe794e405c2b:0xa6184b4dd678039d!8m2!3d18.405951!4d-77.1074289">location</a> in Ocho Rios?</p>
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<p><strong>The Cheffing Don&nbsp;</strong></p>
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<p>If you love a great bean stew- then The Cheffing Don is your place.</p>
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<p>The hit item on this menu is their three-bean stew, which is available on Wednesdays.</p>
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<p>However, they have other equally as delicious plant-based meal items that are ideal for vegans or those hoping to cross over.</p>
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<p>Priding themselves on utilizing local and organic foods, The Cheffing Don has an ital vibe evident in the fact that they don’t use plates, but keep it very roots serving up&nbsp;their delicately designed food masterpieces inside a calabash.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>With plenty of greenery and outdoor seating, this place is an ideal spot to grab something nutritious to eat while getting in tune with nature.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><strong>Veggie Campus&nbsp;</strong></p>
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<p>Nestled into Skibo Avenue, Veggie Campus is a stone throw away from the prestigious Holy Childhood High School.</p>
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<p>While sadly Veggie Campus is take-out only this spot boasts plenty of fun and lively dishes that make picking up the phone and making the call or sending the text a breeze.</p>
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<p>Boasting signature specials like their green plantain lasagna, which uses green plantains as sheets of pasta, stuffed with spiced lentils and creamy cashew cheese-&nbsp; Veggie Campus has the type of variety&nbsp;that makes you wonder why you ever thought veganhood was difficult.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Did we mention their bbq cauliflower- you’ll never miss the taste of bbq chicken wings again.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><strong>New Leaf Vegetarian&nbsp;</strong></p>
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<p>It's been at its 121 Hope Road location for what feels like forever - and long before the vegan craze hit Kingston Harbour.</p>
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<p>This spot opens an hour before lunchtime and boasts sumptuous vegetarian goodies.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Bean burgers, stir-frys, soups and delightful vegan pastries are just some of New Leaf Vegetarians offerings.</p>
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<p>Plus they are known for their speedy delivery and&nbsp;friendly customer service.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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