Lila has been a vegetarian for 30 years and comes from a Mediterranean background. Over the years, her rich palate and decision to substitute meat with creative alternatives has allowed her to explore and experiment with food and flavours, leading her to come up with some truly amazing recipes.

Whether you’re a seasoned vegetarian, a curious foodie, or simply looking to add more plant-based magic to your meals, she’s here to inspire you with dishes that are as delightful to the palate as they are nourishing for the soul. Come and explore the endless possibilities of new flavours.

Samarkand Palav is a family run street food based in London. They specialise in Central Asian cuisine and their main dish is Palav. They have a variety of vegan dishes and offer a very authentic taste. The idea started by a family passionate about their culture and homemade recipes passed down through generations. They want to introduce something very new to Londoners and share their rich history and culture of the ancient Silk Road!

What’s HUMAKA KITCHEN? 

Come and find out!
Delicious seasonal ingredients, world food influences, generous portions, vegan options, plenty of flavour and Bonnington Square vibe – served to you by Hugo, Karen and Marianne.

To book, please text and let us know how many people, which sitting*  and any allergies we should know about. 

Drop ins very welcome if spaces –  and take-aways available.

*Sittings: Early –  arrive from 6pm/leave by 8pm, 2nd sitting – arrive from 8.30pm/leave by 10.30pm.

FULLY BOOKED NOW

Hind is from Syria and came here six years ago. She studied philosophy in Syria and wanted to find a new home. It was hard for her to feel like she belonged in a different country. She thought about how to create a place that felt like home. Hind decided to use cooking to show her culture. She started making her mom’s recipes and really liked cooking. She added her own ideas and then started her own business called Utopia.

Back with us at the Bonnington Café for his regular Vegan Thursdays is former longtime resident cook Misiek, whose Polish-influenced dishes are bursting with seasonal flavours!

Newish to the Bonnington Café are Twodogs’ Jen and Vic, who are bringing US vegetarian comfort food with a British accent.

It’s all the food you’ve heard about from America and the local, regional things you might not have. Cooked from scratch using seasonal British ingredients. Incorporating elements of British cuisine. Their food is fun, tasty and gives respect to both nations’ history and food cultures.

They are doing Tacos Tuesday now and it’s a bargain- everything £4!!

The excellent Arfa Shah returns to the Café, with her dazzling synergy of Asian and European vegan and vegetarian dishes. “I have a passion for cooking and have been cooking for over 20 years,” she tells us. “I am an innovative chef with a creative flair in a five star hotel (Michelin star). And I’ve adapted my style to accommodate classic European with Asian cuisine.”

Back with us at the Bonnington Café for his regular Vegan Thursdays is former longtime resident cook Misiek, whose Polish-influenced dishes are bursting with seasonal flavours!

The excellent Arfa Shah returns to the Café, with her dazzling synergy of Asian and European vegan and vegetarian dishes. “I have a passion for cooking and have been cooking for over 20 years,” she tells us. “I am an innovative chef with a creative flair in a five star hotel (Michelin star). And I’ve adapted my style to accommodate classic European with Asian cuisine.”

The excellent Arfa Shah returns to the Café, with her dazzling synergy of Asian and European vegan and vegetarian dishes. “I have a passion for cooking and have been cooking for over 20 years,” she tells us. “I am an innovative chef with a creative flair in a five star hotel (Michelin star). And I’ve adapted my style to accommodate classic European with Asian cuisine.”