The “Golden Artichoke 2025″ competition selected the best vegan chefs in Poland.” According to Malgorzata Figarska, juror of the competition and Head of Gastronomy at the Manor House SPA Hotel, “The competition dishes delighted with diversity and ingenuity. It was a true celebration of plant-based cuisine.”
The popularity of the vegan diet and interest in sustainable eating is growing among Poles. There is a growing public awareness in this regard and a need for knowledge exchange, inspiration and culinary meetings. On April 9 and 10, 2025, with the SMAKKI 2025 Gastronomic Fair, Warsaw became the culinary capital of Poland. One of the highlights of the event was the “Golden Artichoke 2025” culinary competition dedicated to plant-based cuisine.
I had the great pleasure of being a juror in the “Golden Artichoke” competition – it was a true celebration of plant-based cuisine! 12 participants, 12 unique, beautifully served and delicious dishes. The variety of flavors and ideas was amazing, and the choice of winners – really difficult. However, it was the vegan sushi that stole our hearts by winning the competition, which this year was at a very high level. Among the award-winning dishes were vegetable ragu dumplings, vegetarian black pudding, fregola with slivers or crispy vegetable burrito. It was a real realm of flavors and colors. – comments Malgorzata Figarska, sitting on the jury of the Golden Artichoke competition for the second time and Head of Gastronomy at the Mazovian hotel Manor House SPA**** – Odrowaz Palace*****.
Vegan cuisine is one of the most dynamic segments of gastronomy today, and the “Golden Artichoke” is a response to the needs of the market and a real breath of fresh air – something completely new, green and extremely developmental. This competition is dedicated to all those who want to change the gastro industry and create new flavors in their establishments. This prestigious competition promotes creativity and quality in plant-based cuisine, bringing together the best chefs, culinary influencers and cooking enthusiasts from all over Poland. Thank yoų to the participants, judges, partners and spectators for the good energy, enthusiasm and joy that comes with plant-based cuisine– says Katarzyna Gubala, ambassador of the SMAKKI fair, eco-personality, promoter of healthy lifestyles, training the best chefs in the industry in plant-based cuisine.
Cooking is my passion. I am especially close to the flavors of nature and plant-based cuisine. I am happy to develop my culinary skills, inspire our guests and exchange experiences with other chefs. Our hotel has a major contribution to the promotion of a vegan diet in Poland. The Manor House SPA Restaurant was one of the first hotel restaurants to introduce a full vegan menu. For years it has been awarded the V Mark, confirming that it is suitable for vegans and vegetarians. – Margaret Figarska tells us and adds:– Each season we introduce culinary innovations. This spring it includes a vegan tartare, which was awarded 3rd place among a dozen dishes submitted by plant-based cuisine experts in the Baziółki competition. The recipe will be included in the cookbook accompanying theGolden Artichoke” competition.
The proprietary vegan menu of the Manor House SPA restaurant has been a favorite among guests for years. The menu was created for those looking for healthy, plant-based dishes, prepared with local and organic ingredients. Among the culinary suggestions are: carpaccio of white radish in grapefruit vinaigrette sauce
All dishes are prepared using Grandera’s crystal clear, revitalized water and healthy, organic produce. Guests can also enjoy natural juices made from vegetables and fruits from a local orchard farm, therapeutic infusions made from a wide range of herbs, and pickles to support immunity and digestive function. The vegan menu at the Manor House SPA is a combination of culinary passion, care for health and respect for the environment, in keeping with the holistic philosophy of the hotel, which was once again voted Best Holistic SPA Hotel in Poland (Perfect SPA Awards 2025).
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