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Loving Hut - The First Global Vegan Restaurant Chain in
the Making
 
Compiled by Loving Hut News Team (Originally in English)
Since Golden Year 5 (2008) when its first restaurant was opened in Formosa (Taiwan), Loving Hut International has been the fastest growing chain of vegan restaurants in the world, leading the ever-progressing global vegan movement. Inspired by Supreme Master Ching Hai’s idea of having delicious, nutritious, affordable, compassionate dining easily accessible to everyone, as of April 2010, a total of 122 Loving Hut restaurants have been opened in 19 different countries across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Each has some amazing and encouraging stories to tell. The following are but a few. 
In the city of San Diego, California, many non-vegetarian customers visit the local Loving Hut restaurant out of curiosity, but they soon become loyal regulars after tasting the food. From The Daily Aztec, a local newspaper, editor Nicole Callas describes the wholesome experience in an article entitled, “Vegans: Loving Hut Serves Peace.” She says, “Loving Hut shows that veganism can be so much more than a food preference—it’s a way of life.” Since its opening, Florida Loving Hut has received wonderful reviews from many individuals, organizations and media. For example, Caroline from Vegetarians of Central Florida wrote in the Meetup Community Review, “Great find on an Orlando vacation. Food, service, cleanlines, and overall quality FANTASTIC!” In addition, several newspapers also published encouraging reviews.
Loving Hut Express is a food trailer run by a team of our Association members based in South East England. It has a spot in a local market place to provide a quick, nutritious, delectable lunch for office workers. The vehicle can also be driven around to cater to visitors at various events. Customers of Loving Hut Express are nicely surprised by the taste and quality of the vegan “fast food” they purchase. Being very mobile, and with its low start-up and running costs as well as very reasonable pricing, this alternative to a restaurant is set to spread the vegan concept to a wider group of people. Upon the success of the first trailer, a second one was launched on May 1 at the famous Rochester Sweeps Festival—the largest May Day celebration of its kind in the country. And a host of other events and occasions are lined up awaiting the arrival of this Loving Hut Express. The Loving Hut Restaurant in London sees the piloting of another new format—customers are allowed not only to eat as much as they like at their buffet but also left to pay as much (or little) as they like. Though newly opened, it has already established a loyal customer base, and more patrons are coming through word of mouth. Some love the food so much that they have even started to order from the restaurant to cater their parties, events and other special occasions. Similar feelings are shared by patrons of Loving Hut Munich. “It is so delicious that I must say that I have not had such a taste adventure in 30 years. It is spiced so incredibly well and it’s such good quality food, that I am completely thrilled!” Nestled in the heart of beautiful Valencia, a popular city for visitors from around the world, Loving Hut Valencia serves its worldwide clientele with a truly international vegan fare. “Let everyone come, let them taste what real food is!” one customer exclaimed.
One day, when a monk came to Loving Hut, he told the staff that the night before, in his meditation, Quan Yin Bodhisattva came to tell him that he should become a vegetarian. That day when he was walking down the road wondering where he could find some vegetarian food, he suddenly saw the big “Loving Hut” sign. So he stepped in. Also on that day, the monk had a burning sensation all over his body. After reading Master’s sample booklet, he prayed to Her that if the vegetarian food served could improve his condition, he would be a vegetarian forever. The burning sensation disappeared completely as soon as he took the first bite of the food. He was very surprised and vowed to keep his promise to be a lifelong vegetarian. Our deep appreciation to our beloved Master for Her inspirational
idea from which Loving Hut was created, and for Her vision and dedication
to a world of peace and harmony. Our heartfelt thanks to all the devoted
Loving Hut staff for making this dream come true. We wish that all people
will soon join this life-giving circle and enjoy the many delectable,
nutritious vegan foods as well as the myriad benefits this conscientious
diet brings to our Earth and all her inhabitants.
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Austria
Loving
Hut Vienna, located close to a bustling railway terminal, has the charming
atmosphere of a time-honored Viennese coffee house, complete with an outdoor
patio for patrons to relax and enjoy the sun. Ms. Neubauer, a journalist
who wrote online at Spotted by Locals, expressed her satisfaction
at finding not only a trusted and enjoyable vegan eatery but also sustenance
that directly addresses global warming. “The concept is simple:
A vegan dish made out of organic ingredients uses 200 times less water
than a meat dish. Moreover, it produces up to 94% less CO2 emission within
a year. In the end, it’s all about saving the planet while eating,
isn’t it”? Another customer claimed, “I am absolutely
convinced that the future is in vegan food”.
France
Loving
Hut Paris, one of the first of these vegan entries in Europe, is well
positioned on a main thoroughfare at Boulevard Beaumarchais between two
famous squares, Place de la Bastille and Place de la République.
French customers are quick to recognize its excellent cuisine. “In
the menu, there is a great variety and it is amazing,” one said.
“We left the table with a smile and were already looking forward
to coming back in order to discover the rest of what the menu has to offer,”
said another.
Germany
While
all Loving Huts feature delicious, cross-cultural dishes prepared with
fresh and wholesome ingredients, Loving Hut Hannover is especially popular
for its meat-free Asian cuisine. One customer commented, “It
tastes very delicious. I’m astounded that it came out so well without…
meat.”
Spain
Thailand
Singapore
January
17 and 18, Golden Year 6 (2009) marked the beginning of Loving Hut’s
Catering Services in Singapore. Since its launch, the team has received
enquiries from members of the public, community clubs, polytechnical schools
and universities, etc., and provided different vegan buffet services for
wedding celebrations, family gatherings, birthday parties, community events,
funerals, seminars and office functions, as well as participated in road
shows, carnivals and food sampling events to promote veganism. To date,
they have catered for more than 80 events, including the official unveiling
of the Berlin Wall exhibition, presenting a sumptuous and colorful variety
of vegan dishes, much to the delight of customers.
