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Vegan dinner parties are officially a thing

Thought a "vegan feast" meant faux meat, tofu ten ways, and a plate of sad-looking celery sticks? Think again. We're re-branding "rabbit food" with robust curries, life-changing bread and tequila-spiked popsicles. These top 12 picks – many gluten- and dairy-free – are destined for the dinner party scene. So call your vegan pals, or yet-to-be-converted carnivores, and prepare for your popularity levels to soar.

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are a clever way to build your vegan buddy base in warmer months. Lace the treats with tequila and you’ll be revered! Try ’s , and serve with and fresh citrus segments.
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Source: Petrina Tinslay
’s is like a smart supermodel: stunning, well-dressed and layered with complexity. Quick and easy to assemble, the colourful dish – adorned with roasted hazelnuts and pomegranate seeds – is ideal as a main or side.
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The word is out: is a thing of sheer beauty! This wildly popular from features nuts, seeds, maple syrup and flour substitute, psyllium seed husks. Let us all break bread and give thanks.
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Forget lamb cutlets, we’re going Gujarati-style with these diabetic and vegan-friendly , instead. Laced with cumin, crushed peanuts and raw mango powder, the are ideal with .
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There's plenty more to "spicy stodge" than butter chicken, korma and a stack of garlic naan. Sydney blogger , of , prefers to get his fix in the form of (red lentils). The North Indian classic is packed with spices, chillies and fresh coriander. Serve with rice or these .
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So what if hard core vegans are a little nutty? We’re cashew-crazy, too. This gluten-, dairy- and sugar-free  from is a breakfast all-star. Team the mix of coconut flakes, chia seeds and activated nuts with your preferred milk or yoghurt, or use as a crumble topping for dessert.
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You won't be left hungry after spooning a bowl of Colombia’s. Popular year-round, despite South America’s tropical weather, the soup features potatoes, carrots, green beans, along with lemon juice, coriander and a hint of saffron.
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Mingle amongs guests with a spicy conversation starter: . Here, we’ve coated the cooked kernels with a nose-tingling combination of nori, icing sugar and crushed wasabi peas. Snack attack, anyone?
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Whatever diet your friends are on – vegan, sugarless or gluten-free – ’s is guaranteed to gratify. Inspired by Indian carrot halva and possessing a rich chai scent, it’ll take tastebuds on an overseas holiday.
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A fast food sensation in the streets of Nepal, is a hot snack similar to Japan’s tempura. Serve with the traditional tomato pickle and smile as dinner guests of vegan and non-vegan varieties unite over the deep-fried deliciousness.
vegetable pakora
Source: Alan Benson
is a Gujarati specialty, infused with fresh spices, including garam masala and ground turmeric, along with jaggery and ginger. A hearty helping will satisfy even the most fastidious eater.
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Ever heard of Lucuma? It’s a pulpy Peruvian fruit that tastes like caramel and is packed with antioxidants, minerals and other health benefits. Add the fruit (in powdered form) to smoothies, puddings or ’s . They’re vegan and very, very good.
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Source: Sarah Britton
For more vegan recipes, check out our collection of sweets and savouries

 

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Published 11 September 2014 4:42pm
Updated 23 September 2014 5:18pm
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