Vegan in Bali

Asia is surprisingly vegan-friendly. By the time CJ and I arrived in Bali, my supply of Clif Bars had run out and I was a bit worried about my protein intake. But this fear was completely unfounded as I quickly realized that the Buddhist influence in Indonesia makes tofu and tempeh in rich supply.



Our surf photographer turned us on to the food carts that line the dusty streets of Bali. At first we were wary of the safety and quality of the food. But after a few tentative bites we were hooked. For around $2 USD, a heaping plate of vegetables, rice, tofu, and tempeh could be bought.



On another note, Bali, unlike the Maldives, is filled with homeless pets. Skinny and haggard, these cats and dogs are in need of medical attention and nourishment. We befriended a one-eyed dog that hung around our hotel and supplied him with water and some food. Leaving him was almost as hard as it was to leave the perfect surf.