The carnival is in my hometown, folks, and we love it just as much as the next person! OK, well, maybe not as much as I used to, but my kids and family love it all the same. So that means I will be pushing my way through hundreds of people as they stand in lines for rides and games and, of course, food. What can a good vegan do? There are not always a lot of vegan options (duh) at the carnival, but with patience and a little research, you can enjoy at least some of what this summer tradition has to offer! Try these:
- Cotton candy...it's just sugar!
- French fries...they have all kinds and shapes! Look for sweet potato fries, they are SUPER!
- Popcorn...believe it or not, the butter flavor is usually artificial...get brave and ask!
- Sno-cones...again, just ice and sugar!
- Candy Apples...NOT caramel apples, of course, there is a big difference. Eat red, not brown :)
- Onion Rings and the Bloomin' Onion...mmmm...ask to make sure the batter doesn't have eggs or milk, though!
- Roasted Nuts...our carnival has cinnamon ones!
- Asian food stands...usually have rice and spring rolls, sometimes tofu!
- Smoothie stands...our carnival always has one!
- Giant soft pretzels...kids give it TWO thumbs up!
- Wash it all down with a soda or fresh-squeezed lemonade if you can handle all that sugar...
I think my teeth are rotting just from writing this! Isn't it great? I love the carnival! If you are looking for healthy options, you should eat before you go...
The carnival is in my hometown, folks, and we love it just as much as the next person! OK, well, maybe not as much as I used to, but my kids and family love it all the same. So that means I will be pushing my way through hundreds of people as they stand in lines for rides and games and, of course, food. What can a good vegan do? There are not always a lot of vegan options (duh) at the carnival, but with patience and a little research, you can enjoy at least some of what this summer tradition has to offer! Try these:
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