Winter is in full-force right now, and like everything else, the Real Talk has slowed quite a bit. We have left our houses a few times, though. Actually, we even left South Philly!
I had heard great things about Memphis Tap Room's coconut bacon, so I couldn't wait to try it. The faux bacon comes in a club sandwich with thin slices of marinated tofu, mayo, tomato, and lettuce. You also get a generous pile of french fries. I highly approve of this sandwich. The flavors and textures work perfectly. There isn't a thing I would change about it, except maybe the size. See, the sandwich is a little flimsy compared to what one would normally expect from a club sandwich. I know this because it actually fits in your mouth. But, it is totally worth the $8 price tag.
Vegan Real Talk was very, very excited about trying out Khyber Pass Pub. I got the Seitan Po' Boy. The seitan was beautifully crisp, but there wasn't nearly enough in the sandwich. The bread was beautifully crusty, soft inside, with lots of shredded lettuce. This sandwich is a mustard+pickle lover's dream. The side of mashed potatoes was a warm and comforting accompaniment to my mostly-cold sandwich. I guess they'd be more accurately described as smashed potatoes. Whatever they were, they were skin-on (not normally my thing) and full of flavor. I am looking forward to trying the other two vegan entrees on their menu. It is so nice to have choices!
-beka
