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Bhaji-Pala is a Marathi word, which translates roughly into green veggies and herbs that are the heart of western Indian vegetarian cooking. In bringing this concept to Manchester, this award winning team aim to bring the complex arrays of tastes, textures and ingredients that have been central to the western Indian Kitchen for centuries. We will endeavour to maintain this authenticity while adapting it vegan palates in Manchester.

India as a country has complex food histories with 5000 years of settlers and multitude of belief systems. Regions, religions and history play a significant role in what constitutes the fabric of ‘Indian food’. The bottom line is that Indian cuisine is far from ‘homogenous’ and every geographical region has its own food culture.

Western India compromises states of Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa. While coconut, rice and the offerings from the coast dominate the Goan and Marathi cuisine, lentils, millets, gram-flour and dairy dominate the Gujarati and Rajasthani Kitchen. Each of these states has rich history of vegetarian cooking. Our chefs have perfected these recipes and trialled vegan variations of the same to bring the region via its unique ‘Bhaji-Pala’ to your tastes.

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Embrace the Flavors : Exploring Indian Vegan.

Indian cuisine offers a treasure trove of delicious vegan options that are sure to delight your taste buds. From aromatic curries to satisfying street snacks, the flavors of plant-based Indian dishes are a true culinary adventure. Discover the harmonious blend of spices and herbs that create vibrant flavors, and savor the diverse textures and wholesome ingredients that make each dish unique. Whether you’re a vegan food enthusiast or simply curious about plant-based eating, Indian vegan cuisine has something to offer everyone. Immerse yourself in the richness of this culinary tradition and explore the world of delectable Indian vegan foods.

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Fantastic visit to the Bjaji Pala. Fabulous vegan food - the street food was so good and I think I'm going to have to go back to try the rest of the menu. Friendly service. Really laid back vibe and we were very surprised that the chef came out to ask if all of the customers had enjoyed their meals. It looked like everyone was as happy with their dinner as we were. Lovely night.

Fiona Reynolds

Absolutely stunning food. I've never had food like this. Really delicious and different. Beautifully presented. Also excellent service. Friendly, quick very attentive. We also tried a few of their frozen cocktails as it was extremely hot weather. Dud not disappoint. We will definitely go back. We'll probably just order loads of starters next time. They are amazing and we would have been happy just tucking into those. We were very full. Vegetarian options: It's a Vegan restaurant. I completely forgot until I got there. The choices were many and perfect.

Joanna Russell

Superb vegan food made with love . Our first visit today and we loved everything we ordered . The Bharli Vangi (aubergine with peanuts )was delicious. Very affordable prices for excellent quality fresh ingredients. It was a joy to have so much choice with the reassurance that the kitchen prepares only vegetables and no meat or dairy .

Jason Green