A vegan restaurant in London called Plates has become the first in the United Kingdom to be awarded a Michelin star, signalling a shift for plant-based diets from a niche afterthought to serious conversations about the future of food. Mumbai too has been witnessing a spurt in options available to vegan diners, offering them a choice of cuisines, courses and culinary cultures without compromising on their dietary beliefs. Here are The Guide’s top picks for a vegan-friendly eating-out soirée.

A vegan meal at the (right) Michelin star-winning vegan restaurant in London. PICS COURTESY/INSTAGRAM