A vegan pasta restaurant business has opened its latest branch in Brighton.
Pastan, which was founded in Bristol in 2020, has taken over the premises formerly occupied by Semolina, in Baker Street, just off London Road.
Semolina closed last year after almost 10 years of trading.
Pastan opened in the past fortnight, having opened other branches at the Barbican, in London, and in Barcelona.
The eaterie is run by Jerome Ibanez and chef Dean Fawcett, both 50, and is expected to serve up to 25 people at a sitting.
On the Pastan website, the pair said: “After two decades of working in the hospitality industry, we decided to take a big leap of faith and venture out on our own.
“The motivation behind our decision? We were driven by our personal struggle to find tasty plant-based pasta options that didn’t compromise on flavour or enjoyment.
“In November 2020, Pastan came to life – a place dedicated to plant-based pasta lovers and enthusiasts.
“We’re on a mission to celebrate and spread 100 per cent plant-based joy among vegans and non-vegans alike.
“Our commitment? Creating pasta dishes and delicacies that are simply irresistible, using only the finest ingredients available.”
Take a look at their menu, most of these pasta dishes are cheap, quick, and easy to make at home.
Plus vegan ‘cheese’ is absolutely vile and I dread to think what they use instead of egg to make the Carbonara.
£15.90 for their caprese salad with fake cheese is an absolute joke.
Another gimmicky chain to avoid.
You obviously have tried vegan cheeses recently. Unlike many years ago there are loads of really good cheeses out there.
Yes, we can probably make the dishes at home but going out to eat is a fun and relaxing experience. How many people regularly pay £3 for a coffee?
Stay home, stay away , stay angry at everything and everyone
Have you ever eaten in a vegan restaurant before??
So non vegans need not eat here. Not rocket science!. As a vegan of many years. Long before it was trendy. I am pleased there is another venue to eat if in the area or going out for an evening.
Good luck to the propieritors.
Just looked at the menu and the dishes do seem rather expensive for what you get and £29 – £35 for a bottle of wine – they have to be kidding!