We love our travels and when we’re back home we love cooking up a storm. Creating travel inspired world recipes which transport us back to our times away. Since travelling with kids around the world we’ve developed a whole stack of recipes (all of them vegetarian and many of them vegan) to immediately transport us around the world. We now want to give you a taste of our travels and a chance to try out some of our recipes developed from travelling from Malaysia to Morocco. We hope you enjoy these Vegetarian recipes from around the world inspired by our travels. {Look out for the 🌱 next to the list below for recipes that are vegan}
👩💻 About the author – Nichola is a family travel expert (and food fanatic) and has written for The Guardian, The Telegraph, LonelyPlanet Magazine and Wanderlust amongst many others. She’s spent over a decade travelling the world with her children and loves recreating recipes from those travels.
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World recipes – our travel inspired recipes
STARTERS
Cauliflower buffalo wings 🌱
I’ve said these vegan cauliflower buffalo wings are starters but we often have them as the main course too.
Totally delicious, the best I’ve tried they are a really satisfying, tasty, tangy meal.
Peixinhos da horta {Portugal} 🌱
These battered green beans dunked in lashings of garlic mayo are absolutely delicious and the perfect introduction to Portuguese tapas.
Try our Peixinhos da horta recipe on warm summer evenings in the garden, or cold winter days as a comforting treat.
Meliasti (Feta cheese with sesame and honey)
When you need to evoke some of the warmth of Greece this recipe for Meliasti (feta cheese with sesame and honey) will really do the trick.
Great as a starter or served on top of a huge salad as a main course.
Cheesy, spicy Kale crisps 🌱
I cannot tell you how addictive these vegan cheesy, spicy kale crisps are.
Once you start eating you won’t be able to stop. I have them as a snack but can also happily eat them for lunch, they are deceptively filling.
Mozzarella Panzanella Salad
This recipe for mozzarella Panzanella Salad will make you feel that you’re sat out under Tuscan skies, breathing in the heady aroma of Italy.
Vegan onion bhajis recipe with vegan raita🌱
If there’s one thing I love it’s bhajis. Spicy and filling they’re one of my ideal lunches.
Our recipe for vegan onion bhajis recipe with vegan raita is so simple and perfect for that lunch time pick-me-up.
Piri Piri potatoes with a piri piri mayo 🌱
Another recipe that works as a starter but could also be a side dish or even the main course are these delicious Piri Piri potatoes with a piri piri mayo. Inspired by trips through Portugal.
Baked aubergine and tomato with feta cheese
This rich Greek dish of baked aubergine and tomato with feta cheese is perfect for scooping out on to fingers of pitta bread.
MAIN COURSES
Yasai Itame (just like Wagamamas) 🌱
Arguably my favourite of our recipes, this Yasai Itame (just like Wagamamas) is just so good.
It’s my go-to recipe when we return from our travels or I’m feeling under the weather, or just because.
Cauliflower Shawarma 🌱
I absolutely adore this recipe for cauliflower shawarma which is the perfect combination of the spice of the shawarma, the creaminess of the tahini and houmus and the crunch of the cabbage salad.
It is so delicious and we are eating it at least once a week at the moment.
Easy vegan rajas tacos recipe🌱
I just adore rajas tacos and we’ve been making this recipe for so many years that it’s time to write it up.
So here is our easy vegan rajas tacos recipe. This is so addictive you will want to make it over and over again.
Tuscan spaghetti with sun-dried tomatoes 🌱
This delicious Tuscan spaghetti with sun-dried tomatoes has a secret ingredient that just takes it up a notch. Another of those recipes that once you try it you’ll need it time and time again.
Mushroom shawarma 🌱
Honestly this mushroom shawarma recipe is so good I want it all the time at the moment. It packs a really ‘meaty’ punch and is full of spices and creaminess for the perfect balanced meal in a flat bread.
Indonesian peanut satay sauce & skewers 🌱
Tender vegan chicken-style pieces are marinated in sweet, smoky kecap manis, grilled until lightly charred, and served with a thick, creamy peanut sauce just like you’d find in Indonesia. Perfect for BBQs, quick weeknight dinners, or entertaining this Indonesian peanut satay sauce vegan and delicious is a real winner.
Crispy tofu with XO sauce 🌱
If you’re into seasonal eating then this winter warmer of crispy tofu with XO sauce and cavolo nero is a real winner. Even in summer it works but it’s particularly comforting in winter.
Roast butternut squash with cashew nut & herb mole and salsa macha (Wahaca copycat) 🌱
This roast butternut squash with cashew nut & herb mole and salsa macha (Wahaca copycat) recipe is absolutely delicious. It’s creamy and punchy and full of flavour. Amazing served into tacos at any time of year.
Cauliflower tikka masala 🌱
Our cauliflower tikka masala is a hit with all the family and you can make it as spicy or as mild as you like. This is one we roll out time and time again.
Indonesian sticky tempeh stir fry 🌱
On our family trip to Indonesia we ate tempeh nearly every day. And fell in love with it. We recreated this Indonesian sticky tempeh stir fry recipe which we really enjoy.
Vegetarian Greek pasta
All the tastes of Greece for this recipe for Greek pasta packed full of olives, spinach and feta.
One of our absolute favourite world recipes.
Vegan potato, leek and cheese pie 🌱
This recipe for vegan potato, leek and cheese pie is a proper winter warmer and perfect for Sunday afternoons.
The best vegan lentil loaf🌱
I have been having this lentil loaf ever since I was a student and I love it as much now as I did then.
It really is the best I’ve ever had. Check out our recipe for the best vegan lentil loaf here.
Delicious vegan Greek gyros 🌱
We adore these vegan gyros. Packed full of flavoursome herby tofu or plant based pieces, vegan tzatziki and salad. It’s like a lovely wrap of Greek goodness. We love it.
Baked vegan mac and cheese 🌱
Sometimes nothing will hit the spot quite like a vegan mac and cheese. And there are times when nothing else will do. This version, with an optional bacon and breadcrumb crumb will fill all those needs. We love it.
The best vegan sausage rolls recipe with red pepper & lentils 🌱
Is there anything nicer than a really good sausage roll?
These vegan sausage rolls with red pepper and lentils are so good – perfect for picnics or rainy Sundays in.
Easy pizza twists
These lovely and easy pizza twists are the perfect mid week, or weekend, treat.
Vegan beef and broccoli (teriyaki tempeh and broccoli)🌱
Enjoy Chinese takeaway at home with this recipe for vegan beef and broccoli (teriyaki tempeh and broccoli) which is both delicious and easy to pull together.
Vegan cheese & mushroom burrito 🌱
This vegan cheese & mushroom burrito recipe is delicious, heart and really easy to pull together. Perfect mid-week food.
Simple vegan easy spicy noodles – an easy recipe 🌱
Sometimes a bowl of spicy noodles is the only thing that will do. This recipe for spicy vegan noodles really hits the spot.
Creamy courgette pasta 🌱
This recipe for creamy courgette pasta is so easy to make and feels like a lovely blast of vitamins. Perfect summer treat.
Roasted sweet potatoes with feta cheese and spicy chickpeas
For an easy supper these roasted sweet potatoes with feta cheese and spicy chickpeas will keep everyone happy.
Vegetarian tartiflette recipe
Our trips to the Alps inspired this vegetarian tartiflette recipe which is cheesy and perfect for winter days.
Spicy, Vietnamese stir fry🌱
We loved travelling around Vietnam and we created our spicy, vegan stir fry after having so much good food there.
Toulouse sausage and lentil stew🌱
There is nothing heartier than our Toulouse sausage and lentil stew which is the perfect winter warmer.
BURGERS
Vegan copycat McDonald’s ‘Steakhouse Stack’ burger with peppercorn sauce 🌱
We love to recreate some of the fast food (usually meat based) meals so we can enjoy them at home. This vegan copycat McDonald’s ‘Steakhouse Stack’ burger with peppercorn sauce is delicious. It’s based on one of their limited edition burgers and is just as tasty in this plant based form.
Copycat KFC’s ‘Dirty Louisiana’ burger made vegan 🌱
We love this vegan take on KFC’s Dirty Louisiana Burger. Packed with three sauces, a “chicken” style burger and a hash brown. It’s delicious!
Vegan gochujang burger – Max burger copycat 🌱
There’s a real kick of spice to this delicious vegan gochujang burger which is a Max burger copycat recipe. One of our favourites.
Spicy BBQ pulled “pork” burger 🌱
These spicy vegan BBQ burgers have a lovely spicy kick and are absolutely delicious.
LUNCHES – SANDWICHES & SAUSAGE ROLLS
Vegan Bavarian sausage and sauerkraut roll 🌱
We love these vegan Bavarian sausage and sauerkraut rolls (with avocado and a creamy mustard sauce). They’re easy to pull together and so satisfying. They’re one the children love as well as us. It’s the perfect combination of ingredients.
SALADS
We have started making lots of lovely salads. There’s nothing better than all the tastes and colours of a great salad. Here are some of our favourites.
Italian pomegranate and herb salad 🌱
A beautiful salad absolutely bursting with taste and freshness. Try our gorgeous Italian pomegranate and herb salad here.
Pasta and spinach salad (M&S copycat recipe – pesto pasta salad) 🌱
This copycat recipe for M&S pesto pasta salad is perfect for lunch and an easy picnic staple.
Sides for world recipes
Cabbage salad with sesame & lime🌱
I love this crunchy, zesty cabbage salad with sesame & lime which is perfect as a side dish or stuffed in pittas with houmus.
It’s so versatile there are many ways to use it.
Italian focaccia recipe with onions🌱
All the tastes of Tuscany with this delicious Italian focaccia recipe with onions which is a great side dish, starter or even a nice lunch.
Vegan Sicilian tomato focaccia 🌱
Transport yourself to southern Italy with this flavoursome and herby vegan Sicilian tomato focaccia. Perfect for any time of the day.
DESSERTS
Vegan chocolate brownies with cherry and almond 🌱
These gooey, wonderful vegan chocolate brownies with cherry and almond are so tasty it will be hard to stop at just one.
Delicious Greek donuts – Loukoumades recipe
This recipe for Greek donuts is amazing, drenched in honey with a sprinkling of sesame seeds they will brighten up any day with a bite of warmth.
vegan apple strudel 🌱
This is a lovely recipe for a vegan apple studel from Germany. Full of spice and flavour it’s perfect with a cup of tea or as a dessert.
Vegan lingonberry doughnuts 🌱
Visiting Lapland with kids is one of our favourite things to do and these vegan lingonberry doughnuts remind us of our trips there with their interesting berries. So tasty!
Vegan welsh cakes 🌱
Not just for St David’s day this recipe for vegan Welsh cakes is so good. These tasty hot, sugary treats are delicious.
Vegan Guinness Cake 🌱
Have a taste of Ireland with our delicious vegan Guinness cake. Rich and so satisfying, this is one for any time of the year.
Apricot crumble recipe with amaretti and vanilla cream 🌱
Dream of France with this delicious apricot crumble recipe with amaretti and vanilla cream which is a real treat.
Vegan Taco Bell Cinnabon Delights 🌱
This recipe for vegan Taco Bell Cinnabon Delights is indulgent and incredibly moreish. Perfect little treat.
Vegan lemon loaf recipe 🌱
This vegan lemon loaf recipe is full of tangy taste. It’s got pearled sugar on top for a sweet crunch and is perfect for rainy days and weekends.
Vegan Norwegian sunshine buns (Solskinnboller) 🌱
Bring a little bit of sunshine into your life whatever the weather with these vegan Norwegian sunshine buns (Solskinnboller).
Vegan Italian pistachio and apricot blondies 🌱
These vegan Italian pistachio and apricot blondies are lovely, sweet bites of Mediterranean joy. Have them with a cup of tea to really pick up your day.
Vegan pecan millionaire’s shortbread 🌱
Delicious, pecan millionaire’s shortbread made vegan. Full of autumnal flavour, but perfect for any time of the year. These vegan pecan millionaire’s shortbread are a lovely treat.
Strawberry and Cream Waffles
If you’re in need of some Wimbledon inspiration look no further than these strawberry and Cream Waffles with the cream whipped in to the batter. Just delicious.
Honey & Peach ice cream
When summer hits our simple but delicious honey and peach ice cream will be exactly what you need. Perfect for balmy days in the garden.
Sweet & spicy winter fruit tart 🌱
This recipe for a simple, sweet & spicy winter fruit tart is easy to adjust according to whichever fruit is in season or you have to hand. Full of spicy flavours.
Gooseberry sorbet 🌱
I love when gooseberry season strikes and this vegan gooseberry sorbet conjures up simple childhood days playing in the garden in the sun. Perfect.
COOKIES
Butterbeer cookies 🌱
For some Harry Potter fun, we love these wizardly butterbeer cookies. Absolutely delicious with hints of butterscotch and cream soda. These really are irrisistable.
Melomakarona (honey cookies)
For some daydreaming of Greece and its turquoise seas and beautiful skies then turn to our recipe for melomakarona or honey cookies, they’ll whisk you there in no time.
Vegan chocolate chip cookies 🌱
We love our trips to America and especially all the food. These vegan choc chip cookies really hit the spot.
BREAKFAST
Vegan gooseberry and elderflower rolls 🌱
Could anything taste more British? The sweet tang of gooseberries with the lovely floral soft taste of elderflower. These vegan gooseberry and elderflower rolls will bring lots of joy.
Vegan granola bars 🌱
Breakfast is made simple and delicious with this recipe for vegan granola bars. Mix and match your nuts, seeds and dried fruits into these tasty bars. Delicious.
Smashed chilli avocado on sourdough 🌱
One of our favourite recipes is for smashed chilli avocado on sourdough and this really is the ultimate breakfast treat. Too good.
Vegan raspberry and white chocolate muffin recipe 🌱
Make breakfast start with happy smiles with our vegan raspberry and white chocolate muffin recipe. These are little bites of sunshine.
DRINKS
Liquorice hot chocolate 🌱
When the weather gets cold I love breaking in to the hot chocolate recipes and this one for liquorice hot chocolate is rich, spicy and warming and comes with a vegan version too.
SEASONAL
Easter World Recipes
Vegan hot cross bun loaf 🌱
We love Hot Cross Buns around Easter time but they can be tasty at any time of the year, especially if you can make your own. This recipe for vegan hot cross bun loaf is so nice served warm with butter melted onto it. Delicious
Halloween Recipes
Pumpkin pie cookie sandwich 🌱
This soft and chewy pumpkin pie cookie sandwich recipe will be sure to make you smile as autumn hits. You won’t believe it’s vegan. Perfect treat and great to gift to friends too.
Pumpkin pie ice cream
I had the best ever ice cream one year in Laguna Beach, California and just had to recreate it here. I love this simple, sweet and spicy pumpkin pie ice cream which brings back memories of that Halloween.
Christmas World Recipes
Vegetarian pigs in blanket toastie
Our festive vegetarian pigs in blankets toastie recipe is perfect in the run up to Christmas. Filled with red onion marmalade and a sage and onion topping it’s delicious.
Chocolate salami 🌱
This vegan chocolate salami really works at any time of the year but is great at Christmastime when you can have a sweet treat or give as a festive gift.
We hope you’ve enjoyed our travel inspired world recipes. Be sure to tag us on Instagram if you make any of them, we love to see your creations.
