Dallas has a raw restaurant—who knew? Although I discovered this fact a few months ago, it took me until yesterday to actually get over to Bliss Raw Cafe.
Last summer, I ate amazing Vegan Pumpkin Lasagna.
That lasagna came to mind as I perused Bliss’ menu and saw “Rawsagna,” with the following description: Slices of zucchini and heirloom tomato layered with basil pistachio pesto, sun dried tomato sauce, pignoli ricotta cheeze
Much of the menu sounded appealing: Primavera Bowl, Margarita Pizza, Coconut-Kale Enchiladas… but my imagination kept returning to the Vegan Pumpkin Lasagna from this summer. So I went with the Rawsagna. Good decision!
Aside from the fresh zucchini and side salad, my favorite part of this dish was most definitely the basil-pistachio pesto. Oh no wait, did I say definitely? I take it back: the best part might’ve been the sundried tomato sauce. And the cherry tomatoes were the sweetest I’ve ever eaten. The cashew cheese was a bit boring, but maybe that’s just because my tastebuds were busy being dazzled by the sumptuous pesto.
I’m already planning a return trip. After all, there are coconut-kale enchiladas in need of trying!
P.S. My dining partner—Friend #1 from here–opted for the Pad Thai (which I thought was just okay; kinda bland). But I didn’t ask to take a photo of her meal; I felt awkward enough photographing my food in the company of a non-food-blogger!
Do you feel awkward taking food photos in public?
Does your family “get” it? Do your friends?
Jos says
My other friends also like taking food pictures, though they’re non food bloggers so I’m fine doing it. My hubby is the only one that know about my blog.
My parents were a bit wonder what I was doing but then got used with it. If I eat with strangers or people that I am not close to, I will feel a bit awkward taking food pic.
Amber Shea @Almost Vegan says
I’m so happy to see you finally BLISSed out ;P I’ve reviewed Bliss on my blog three times in less than a year. It’s right alongside 105degrees as my favorite raw restaurant ever.
Alisa Cooks says
I have eaten at a couple of raw restaurants and do find the entrees to be hit and miss. Since it really is “new” food (not like how you can walk into a Mexican place and go “I like tacos” and order the tacos and be able to compare the quality), it can be a lot of experimentation for the diner too! Fun adventure though.
Becky @ my life be like says
wow that lasagna looks delish! yes, i feel awkward taking photos most of the time with non-bloggers. they don’t understand that blogs are VERY unappealing without pictures 🙂 I didn’t know you live in Dallas. I live in Tulsa. Wooohooo for Middle America!!! 🙂
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
haha glad to know ya, fellow south-westerner ;).