Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2017 | Page 257

Jardín Verde’s chomen spicy mushroom meat dish, made with organic ingredients. The same style of mushroom meat, plus a few other tasty meat substitutes, graces the wide and varied menu at Jardín Verde, where you can choose from a huge selection of organic, vegan and vegetarian noodle dishes, entrees and appetizers, or try American favorites like hot dogs and hamburgers. The quest for simple, natural foods drives the menu at C-Orgánico, a lunchtime spot with a growing reputation for some of the healthiest (and most affordable) platos del día in town, served on a rustic, inviting patio. There’s nothing fried, sugary or salty here — just plenty of beans, greens, grains and vegetables. For those who can’t resist dessert, there are lightly sweetened vegan chocolate and banana cakes — but grab a few before you sit down to eat lunch as they often sell out in minutes. C-Orgánico’s plato del dia specials come with soup, salads and grains — all-vegan and all-organic.