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Vegan Restaurants in Tallinn, Estonia

2/19/2019

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Tallinn, Estonia is one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Europe. Ancient and traditional, Tallinn also has room for progressive types of eating, which includes various vegan and plant-based restaurants in and around Old Town. If searching for somewhere healthy to eat, I recommend diving deep into a bowl of mushroom soup or possibly beet raviolis at one of these vegan establishments. 

Bliss Buffet
Bliss offers a daily vegetarian and vegan-friendly buffet that has over 100 dishes. Over 50 are gluten-free and about 50 lactose-free dishes. Here, you can find everything imaginable that the plant-craving stomach juices desire, with international favorites such as hearty chana masala, pumpkin soup and guacamole.  
 
Each person receives a bliss card and you can make unlimited trips to the buffet since they weigh the plate by the 100 grams. After meandering through the aisles, my soul yearned to dip my finger in every ounce of homemade dessert and ice cream. From salad to dessert to hot drinks and everything in between, you won't leave hungry. I walked here from Old Town, and it takes time and not much of a scenic route but achievable. 
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Vegan Restoran V
Known as the first vegan restuarnta in Tallinn, this crown jewel is a popular place amongst locals and plant-base tourists. Located in Old Town on Rataskaevu Street, the restaurant seats 30 and is often full. Reservations are recommended. A regular menu and special of the day is available. I tried the raw beet ravioli stuffed with cashew cheese and pumpkin soup. Both healthy and hearty for a cold winter's day in Tallinn. If you're not looking for a meal, they also serve various coffees, teas and desserts. 

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Vegan Inspiratsioon
Casual and cozy, VI offers a variety of wraps, soups, burgers, smoothies and salads. Water in Europe is not cheap and rarely free, but here guests are accompanied with fruit-infused water to wash down every meal. Above we have mushroom cashew soup, avocado quinoa salad and an Indian-inspired bean and rice mixture. It's the perfect place to stay warm on a cold winter's day whether for a cup of tea or just a place to stay warm on a chilly afternoon. 

Puree
Puree is a standard health food bar, featuring juices, snacks, smoothies and sandwiches. Light lunch options are available. If looking for something quick and easy in Europe that doesn't take time, Puree's got your back. 

Veg Machine
For a quick bite of vegan comfort food in a cozy little atmosphere, be sure to visit Veg Machine. Known for its plant-based junk food, like burgers and fries, it's the perfect establishment for veggie fast food or a quick bite nearby the train station at an affordable price. Prices for a burger range between four to six Euros. The food stall is inside Balti Jaama Turg and offers a few chairs at the counter. 

Green Bakery
Located near the main bus depot, Green Bakery is a dairy-free cafe and bakery located in the Sikupilli neighborhood. Green Bakery also offers a buffet featuring a variety of salads, soups, main courses and desserts. If you don't fancy buffets, muffins, coffee and pastries are available and an ideal place to rummage through one of the many books for sale. Baked goods and pantry items are also sold here. 

Tallinn features plenty of other vegan options, and I suggest checking out the Happy Cow website to confirm restaurant hours of operation. We live in a changing world, and be sure to check that these small business establishments are still operating and in the same location. These are four places I recommend, though you can't go wrong with vegan food anywhere in the world. 


Looking for other Tallinn tips? Here are some of our other Tallinn Blogs. 
Vegan in Tallinn, Estonia: Bliss Buffet & Restaurant
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10 Historical Sites You Can't Miss in Tallinn, Estonia
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The Best Historic Cafes You Can't Miss in Tallinn, Estonia

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Top Historical Sites You Must See in Seville, Spain

2/14/2019

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From the Romans to the Moors to the Catholics, Seville has quit a history. One for the books, it's impossible to discover all of its past in just a few days. If looking for some of the most prominent historical sites in Seville, be sure to check out these places and spaces. 
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Parque de Maria Luisa
If you visit only one park in Spain, Maria Luisa Park is it. The vast complexity of the interconnections between nature and architecture is mind-blowing. You'll discover everything from flowered vintage trellises to a patch of fallen oranges basking in the sunlight.  The architectural elements from elegant gazebos to the prominent Plaza de España, discover a piece of Seville history. I spent wandered for two hours in the park, and discovered only a piece of the park. If hungry, eat at the adjacent Bar Citroen cafe as depicted in my recent "Favorite Restaurants & Cafes in Seville."
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Jardines de Murillo | Jardin de Catalina de Ribera
​Between the ancient Alcazar wall and Paseo de Catalina de Ribera, is the Jardines de Murillo. In late May and early June, pink petals gently sway in the wind falling alongside ceramic benches and water fountains. Named after the 17th century Sevillan painter Murillo, discover various monuments, including the notable Christopher Columbus statue.

In this garden, marvel at pieces of the Walls of Seville, which were once defensive walls surrounding the Old Town of Seville. The wall originally had 18 gates, but only four of those exist today. 

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Seville Cathedral
This Roman Catholic Church is one of the highlights in Seville. Completed in the 16th Century, the Seville Cathedral became the largest church in the world supplanting the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. The Giralda Tower is 343 meters in height, and was covered into a bell tower after the Reconquista. The "El Giraldillo" statue on top was installed in 1568 to represent the triumph of the Christian faith. The cathedral contains the remains of Christopher Columbus's remains, which has once been transported to various places around the globe. 

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Real Alcazar
A must in Seville, Real Alacazar is a place not only to discover lush gardens, but to revisit Sevilla's history. This is one of the oldest palaces left in the world, and an authentic representation of the southern Mediterranean battle between the Moors and the Christians. Constructed began in 913 by And Al Ramn III, and throughout it's history, Real Alcazar experienced several architectural face lifts throughout time.  While inside you'll discover precious moments of flora and fauna, but highlights include 
Mudéjar and Patio de las Doncellas.

Beyond tile-lined benches and tree-lined footpaths, experience a variety of artifacts and paintings in the indoor museum. A small cafe with outdoor seating is also available.
Pontius Pilates' House | Royal Ducal House of Medinaceli
n 1520, Don Fadrique Enríquez de Rivera, the first Marquis of Tarifa, returned to Spain after a two year journey through Europe to the Holy Land.

According to vuelasevilla.com, "Marquis de Tarifa discovered that the distance from his house to a small temple at Cruz del Campo was exactly the same as the distance between the former house of Pontius Pilate and the Golgotha (the biblical name of the place where Jesus was crucified). 
Back at home, the Marquis created a Way of the Cross with twelve stops along the path to the temple. Hence people started to identify the palace with the House of Pilate and over time it became referred to as such. Several rooms of the palace also have been given names referring to Pontius Pilate such as the Praetor's Room and the Praetor's Study."
Santa Cruz Neighborhood | Plaza de las Cruces
Santa Cruz is Seville's oldest Jewish Quarter and one of the most popular areas with tourists, and for good reason. The narrow streets and alleys are like a labyrinth amidst ancient architecture and walls that protect locals from the beaming sun. Plaza de las Cruces is worth a stop to admire three columns topped with wrought-iron crosses. The tallest of the three crosses is a Roman column that once belonged to an unidentified Roman monument. 

Check out our other Seville Blogs! Let's Connect!

7 Must-Visit Parks & Gardens in Seville, Spain
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My 8 Favorite Cafes & Restaurants in Seville (for Gazpacho & Veg-Friendly Food)

This Lemon Tree article is now featured on GPSmyCity.  To download this article for offline reading or travel directions to the attractions highlighted in this article, go to Top Historical Sites You Must See in Seville, Spain.
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