ELISHA EATS
Although I am a fan of the melt-in-the- mouth pork belly, the menu has impressive vegan options too – from crispy fried tofu in a rich satay sauce to tempura mushroom in a sticky soy glaze. A top pick for meat eaters and plant-based foodies alike. While we’re on the subject of vegan food, it’s hard to go wrong with Tibet Flavour. Run by Tenzin and his wife Sertso, this food van offers a choice of curries, noodles and dhal, but I always go for the vegan momos (pan-fried dumplings) with a generous heaping of garlic, soy sauce and the fantastic (but fiery) homemade chilli oil. They may look unassuming, but one of my friends told me he will drive out of his way just to get his hands on the momos – they really are that addictive. Meanwhile, Manna Seoul is relatively new to the scene but already beloved. Ian and Lan dish up Korean corn dogs and fried chicken in various flavours – think crunchy potato K-dogs with a stretchy mozzarella filling, or spicy gochujang chicken chunks in a hefty wrap. However, you can sometimes also get your hands on deep-fried chocolate bars, a ‘you have to try it once’ item that I found surprisingly moreish, though I did share it with two other friends to lessen the sugar hit. …to the west If you’re in the mood for something more European, Pizza Mondo and Gino’s Pizza are excellent choices. They both serve Neopolitan-style pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven and use high-quality ingredients. You can’t go wrong with a classic, so I usually end up ordering a simple margherita. Both food vans use San Marzano tomatoes, Fior di Latte mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil, so their renditions of this dish are fantastic. If you’re more interesting than me, Pizza Mondo offers funghi, pepperoni, capricciosa and carne toppings, as well as some dangerously tasty crust-dunking dips. Gino’s serves cheesy garlic bread, plus veggie and vegan options, and often has dessert options like pistachio tiramisu or fried dough sticks with Nutella. Buon appetito! Last but not least is an icon of the Cambridge food scene: Steak & Honour. If you’re planning a first date, don’t make the same mistake as me : remember to grab lots of paper napkins before you dive in!
See Elisha’s Instagram @elisha.eats for up-to-date reviews of eats around Cambridge exploring our diverse food truck scene. If you’re planning a first date, don’t make the same mistake as me: remember to grab lots of paper napkins before you dive in! These are the best local burgers made using pasture-fed Norfolk beef patties, Grain Culture milk buns and an array of toppings – including smoked bacon, American cheese, hot sauce, gherkins and caramelised onions. An honourable mention goes to the Plant Mitchell: a seriously good veggie burger that doesn’t leave you feeling like you’re missing out. Did I manage to get your mouth watering? Now the weather’s getting warmer, it’s the perfect time to start
BAO DOWN Gino’s Pizza (above) and Guerrilla Kitchen (top) offer two takes on dough done right
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