Food plays a huge part in our life. B.S. Anthelme once said, “tell me what you eat and I will tell you what you are” (1825, Physiology of Taste).
Students have little time for cooking and operate on a low budget. Unconsciously, cheap and easy food becomes a habit that turns into an unhealthy lifestyle. Younger audiences tend to fall into a fast-food trap. In addition, they may believe in the myth that healthy food is overpriced. This article contains five dining places where eating healthy is both convenient and cost effective.
1. D.A.R.E, Shop 22 / The Rocks centre playfair street, The Rocks
The name stands for delicious and responsible eating and it explains all about tasty healthy food. Dare is probably the only place in Sydney that serves fresh-grilled kebab in selection of whole-meal or gluten-free bread. The store offers fantastic range of homemade gluten-free pastries and chemical free salads. Try the gluten-free coconut pancakes served with low-fat yoghurt and blueberry for breakfast to start your healthy day. The prices are average just like any other cafes, just a lot more healthy.
2. O-organic Produce, 487 Crown street, Surry Hills
This place is an absolute heaven for organic freaks. Whether you feel like dining in or take away, O-organic Produce never fails to give you the organic satisfaction. You can even order it from home if you live in metro area with minimum of fifty dollar purchases. The Mung Bean burger served with sesame salad, roast capsicum, and chili jam is a must-try dish out of their fantastic menu and it only costs you $10,50. It is a perfect dining place to go for your lunch break.
3. Pulse Food & Health, 332 Kent street, Sydney CBD
Pulse is known as a precious little gem for health-conscious eaters in the city. The place is a winner considered everything on the menu is less than ten dollars. They serves huge selection of mouthwatering burgers from veggie arabesque burger to Moroccan lamb burger. You could even make your own burger by choosing assorted organic ingredients to create one fantastic healthy meal up to your taste. The chicken Buckwheat noodle salad is another fantastic choice for those who want to shed some winter pounds. Pulse Food & Health definitely shows you how healthy eating does not mean you have to give up those juicy burgers.
4. Macro Wholefoods Café, 31-35 oxford street, Bondi junction
Macrobiotic diet is the biggest diet in Hollywood now. Madonna is one of its biggest fans. It is a diet that contains no processed food, no imported food, and instructing followers to eat foods native to the land. Macro wholefoods Café at Bondi Junction is the right place if you want to start the diet routine for a better eating lifestyle. The store stocks 100% of organic products and served it fresh. There is a large selection of organic bread to bring home and a starter of amazing sourdough. If you want to be in shape like Madonna, then eat what she eats!
5. Green Gourmet, 115-117 King street, Newtown
GG believes in the philosophy of eating well to benefit our body and by doing good to our body. Therefore, the meal is 100% made of vegan ingredients. It is located in the busy street of Newtown and an excellent dining choice for those who crave healthy Asian cuisine. There is a choice of Buffet for big eaters. The winning dish is broccoli in Goji berry, pine nut, and coconut sauce served with jasmine rice for only $14.80. There are hundreds of places to enjoy Asian cuisine in Sydney but only Green Gourmet understands what is good for our body and mind.
By: Nova Khoe
