The Mae Deli: 21 Seymour Place, London W1H 5BH
Price: £9.25 for a bowl of four cold salads; £10.75 for four mixed hot and cold dishes; £3.25 Latte (vegan)
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The Mae Deli in Marylebone, London is a new venture from vegan foodie blogger Ella Woodward and author of the best-selling cookery book Deliciously Ella. With her partner in business and love, Matthew, Ella Woodward brings to life the delectable dishes from her book and blog DeliciouslyElla.com. Nestled in a quiet street, north of the busy March Arch roundabout, you can find vibrant hot and cold vegan dishes, healthy snacks and juices. Controversially for some Deliciously Ella fans, meat and fish is available in order to appeal to a wider audience. Hardcore fans need not worry as veggies are still the star of the show.
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Vegan bowl food
It is all about bowl food at the Mae Deli, which is tipped by industry experts to be the cuisine of choice for 2016. From the selection of food on display I chose four cold dishes – Asian slaw, maple sweet potatoes, spicy quinoa and roasted vegetables with butternut squash. The flavours in my bowl were punchy and moreish which meant I did not miss meat. Hot dishes on offer included bean stew and soup with a side of rye toast. Meat options included chicken and salmon. I was very tempted by the vegan brownies and power balls for dessert but I managed to resist.
The Mae Deli is a healthy haven from the hustle and bustle of busy Oxford Street so why not pop in and you may even catch the rising star, Deliciously Ella herself.
