Notts Dining Co-op: Tapas

Notts Dining Co-op is a group of talented young vegans who aim to create regular high quality but cheap community meals for the public at regular intervals. They are currently serving a regular vegan meal on the first and third Tuesday evenings of each month at the Sumac Centre.

As with many other such projects such as the New Art Exchange's Thursday evening events there is no fixed charge, you can pay what you like. They recommend £2 however. It's also an opportunity to meet other people in a cosy vegan-friendly space.

I've attended several now and they've all been fabulous. The food quality and culinary imagination are high, and it was convivial. And it's an absolute bargain to pay what you like! This time it will be tapas. Here is a preliminary plan, subject to revision:
• Roasted vegetables (eggplant, onion, bell pepper)
• Fried / roasted mushrooms with garlic butter
• Croquettes (vegan bacon and/or cheese and jalapeno)
• Onion rings with aioli
• Patatas bravas
• Spanish meatballs with tomato sauce

Past offerings include paella, meatballs, tagine, enchiladas, tacos, biryani, pasta, falafel, dal, stir-fry, soup, lasagna, tikka masala, turndown, lentil shepherd's pie. Hot drinks will also be available.

The one thing I would say is they are often not ready by 7! There can sometimes be a wait before they serve up. This time can be used to get to know your fellow diners and discuss the finer points of vegan cuisine. :)