soma cafe (again), ubud – bali

I loved Soma Cafe so much the first time, I had to go back there again. It’s not just great food with lots of vegan and vegetarian options that makes me want to go back but also the atmosphere. They have beanbag cushions on the floor. You sit there, do some work on your computer (connection is good) and talk to the owner, Johnny Sugiharto, who is incredibly friendly. Yesterday, for example, I asked where I could buy the same plates and bowls and he immediately drew me a map and introduced me to his daughter (she designs them and an Aussie guy makes them).

OK Peoples, here’s what we had yesterday:

Tower of Power
Stack of grilled jicama, mashed purple sweet potatoes, grilled pineapple, ginger mashed pumpkin topped with grilled onion and served with local greens with sprinkled sesame seeds on top.

Ruby Moon
Sweet potato beetroot mash with steamed greens, grilled tempeh, shitake mushrooms and cashew cheese.

Mango Madness
Luscious mango with coconut milk, cinnamon, cardamom, clove and nutmeg.

Carrot Pumpkin Cake
Milled heirloom rice flour, raisins and vanilla coconut cream.