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HOM at To Live Health co Conscious Dining
In Central
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WHAT  ON HK Y AY GIRL
Creative Vegetarian and Vegan food
We’d been longing to try out HOME Eat To Live (http://www.homerestauranthk.com) since we
first glimpsed the site being renovated on Des Voeux Road. Opened by the Christian
Mongendre, formerly of Mana, with help from Celina Jade, one of Hong Kong’s most talented
actresses, HOME Eat To Live is a reflection of their values and provides a range of healthy,
delicious meals that use plant-based ingredients. We couldn’t wait to check it out and grab a bit
of goodness!
HOME is bang in the heart of Central on 77 Des Voeux Road and spans two floors, seating up to
100 people. So it’s safe to say there’s plenty of space and you won’t feel crowded! Entering from
the ground floor, you’re greeted by a fresh salad bar and beautiful desserts. This is the place to
grab and go; choose from a selection of changing daily salads and freshly pressed juices from
the fridge. Head upstairs and there’s a wide, varied menu to choose from that includes wraps,
rice bowls, soups, burgers and more, all named after endangered species (cute!).
The space itself is not only large, but also beautifully designed by Charlie and Rose, with the
ethos of sustainability in mind. Think re-purposed light fittings, lush plants adorning the walls,
reclaimed wood and sustainable materials. It’s a truly gorgeous space, designed with love and
care to further reinforce the values of HOME. There are cute little nooks with readily available
plugs where you can take your laptop and work away while sipping on a juice or coffee, and the
wooden canopy is the ideal place for a private party or intimate celebration. HOME lives up to
its name with a welcoming, warm environment that aims to appeal to everyone. Inclusion is the
name of the game here, and you can even see this in the team culture of the staff.
While we were impressed with the space, we couldn’t wait to see if the actual food could deliver
on taste. We were treated to a range of different dishes from the menu, which is extensive. It
can be a bit overwhelming when it comes to deciding, as there are so many different options
available and so many quirky names for the dishes, but luckily we had Christian and Celina on
hand to help us choose!
We began with a
‘Polar
Bear’
burger, a beetroot,
mushroom
oat patty
roasted
peppers,
and
with
bell
smoked
eggplant
caviar
and classic aioli
between
a
wholewheat bun.
Usually skeptical
of dry, tasteless
veggie burgers, we
were
pleasantly
surprised by how
moist and meaty
the patty was
from the beetroot. The hand cut chunky chips on the side were oh-so moreish, especially when
dipped in the divine garlicnaise, which you can’t quite believe is vegan! This substantial, filling
meal definitely proves that veggie food far more than just limp little salad leaves…
Another example
of a hearty meal
at HOME was the
‘Blue
Whale’
oven-fired
flatbread.
The
wrap
itself
is
organic and whole
wheat,
but
if
you’re off wheat
you can choose
the
substitute
leafy green wrap
which is made
using wild thyme,
sumac, coriander,
oregano, sesame
seed and sea salt.
Filled with homemade falafel, cucumber, lettuce, roasted garlic hummus and roasted bell
peppers, this was also surprisingly filling and flavourful, the falafel really giving the wrap a
wholesome texture. Apart from the set flatbreads, you can also make your own – choose from
four different toppings and a ‘Green’, ‘Red’, or ‘Naked’ flatbread (I’m hoping to try the red one
next time which uses wild thyme, sumac, paprika, cumin, sesame seed, cayenne and sea salt).
And the filling,
nutritious meals
continued
with
the
‘Siberian
Tiger’ Earth Bowl.
This reminded me
of my favourite
Korean
dish,
bibimbap,
with
the
colourful
sections
of
veggies and the
layer
of
rice
underneath.
Of
course, this bowl
was full of super
healthy
ingredients
like
mixed mushrooms, beetroot, pickled cucumber, marinated tofu, seasoned garden greens and
purple rice, but the fermented chilli and raw teriyaki gave the bowl a distinctly Asian flavour. I
wouldn’t have even noticed that this was a vegan dish because the flavours were so exciting and
the ingredients so plentiful. Delish.
For some added greens, we had the Manta Ray Salad Bowl, which was not only gorgeous to
photograph, but delicious, filling and packed with antioxidants and iron. The spinach, beets,
broccoli, quinoa, pumpkin, sprouts and sunflower seeds were evenly coated in their creamy and
rich tahini dressing. Definitely a big hit!
Next came the soul warming, Silky Sifaka Earth Bowl, HOME’s answer to the nourishing and
comforting “pho” minus the meat! I was taken aback at how flavourful the broth was. It had so
much depth and richness that usually accompanies a beef broth, but was made with anise and
cloves instead. The clear noodles, seasoned garden greens, avocado, bean sprouts, onion,
cilantro, thai basil worked lovely together. A lovely balance of saltiness, tang and spice made
this dish delightful. Our favourite part? Squeezing the fresh lime over the noddles and biting
into pockets of heat with the sliced jalapeños.
What’s a properly balanced meal if you don’t end it on a sweet note? Thankfully, HOME agrees
as they have a wide array of vegan desserts to choose from. And thankfully for us, we got to try
a few!
Enter the Mountain Gorilla Open-Faced Toast, which will be a guarantee hit with your littles!
This vegan and dairy free option has it’s base on toasted organic sourdough bread with nut
butter, sliced bananas, toasted coconut flakes, maple syrup, orange zest and cinnamon. Perfect
for a breakfast or afternoon snack, this is not only delicious but will supply you with energy for
the day.
If you’re looking for something light, sweet and creamy, look no further to end (or start!) your
meal with the Coconut Strawberry Cake. This dessert definitely tastes indulgent but is guilt free
as all the ingredients are all natural and good for you too! The smooth coconut cream and
nectar mixed with the creaminess from the cashews, sweet strawberries and a date, cashew and
almond crust… your tastebuds are in for a treat!
The highlight definitely had to be the Hazelnut Chocolate Slice. Oh my word. We’re talking raw
chocolate, coconut oil, cashews and coconut nectar mixed together until smooth and firm
sitting atop a date, hazelnut and almond crust… Not only was this reminiscent of a NutellaFerrero Rocher lovechild, it’s also vegan, dairy free and gluten free. Yes, please!
Overall, our experience at HOME Eat to Live was not only delicious and satisfying, it was also
educational. Their philosophy, vision and goal to encourage customers to live a more
sustainable life and reduce our carbon footprint is admirable and a welcome addition to the
Hong Kong dining scene. Three cheers to HOME for incredible eats at decent prices and all set
in an eye opening environment!
HOME Eat To Live, 71-, 77 Des Voeux Road Central, Central,
Kong, www.facebook.com/homeeattolive (https://www.facebook.com/homeeattolive/)
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