The truth is that I like sushi and I like vegetables, but I’m not vegetarian or vegan … yet. Even so, I really like La Camelia, a cute takeaway place in the old quarter, the Casco Viejo (also known as ‘The Seven Streets’ or Zazpi Kalea in Basque). There Angela and Carles take the utmost care with every detail to make sure that you always leave happy that you had sushi made with organic rice and no fish at all, only vegetables. But what vegetables! Arugula with rose petal jam, tahini with raisins, cucumber with herbs and mustard, dried tomatoes and oregano with tofu, roasted vegetables with poppy seeds … Authentic delicacies to enjoy with organic beers, sodas and wines. Or if you’re feeling adventurous, with a good sparkling sake. Yes, sparkling sake. Consistent, fizzy and very tasty.
In addition to makis, La Camelia musts include hummus –always with Angela’s secret twist–, and miso soup. For dessert, small kokoskis (little cake squares that originated in Poland) from Delicia Vegana (Vegan Delight) will make your day.
Translation from Spanish: JoAnne Harden
Bilbao for newbies / Bilbao para novatos 
Nice illustration! Haven´t been here either but will give it a try… Cheers!
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