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Here's a restaurant that serves no-meat meal for Lent

Alixandra Caole Vila - The Philippine Star

March 10, 2015 | 12:16pm

MANILA, Philippines – Are you ditching meat for Lent?

As Lent commences, Catholics practice different acts of penitence and spiritual self-discipline, and one of those well-known practices is abstaining from meat.

According to Catholics, avoiding meat during this time help them cleanse and live a simple life. Hundred years ago, meat was a luxury and only the rich who could afford it or who raised their own cattle could eat it. Fish was a “poor man’s” meal, as compared to meat. Therefore, not gorging on meat aids them in channeling Christ’s humility and empathy for the poor.

For people who do not really have the time to prepare food appropriate for Lent, there’s a good news for you and your stomach. To help you keep up with your pledge, there are restaurants that practice the “no meat” movement as well. One of which is Slappy Cakes, a popular international all-day breakfast joint originating from Portland, Oregon.

And no, the restaurant is not just about pancakes.

Here are some of Slappy Cakes’ offerings for Lent:

CHEESE STICKS. Local white cheese sticks with marinara sauce. AJ Bolando

FISH BITES. Basket of fried fish and potatoes with dip. AJ Bolando

ALL DAY BREAKFAST WITH SALMON BENEDICT. Seasonal vegetables, onions topped with two poached eggs and classic Hollandaise sauce served with salmon and housemade English muffins. AJ Bolando

GARLIC BANGUS. Boneless milkfish served with garlic rice, egg, garlic, onions and tomatoes. AJ Bolando

PESTO PASTA WITH ANCHOVIES. Fresh basil-cashew sauce with tomatoes, anchovies and parmesan. AJ Bolando

Patrons who are looking to try out these delicious offerings can visit any of the Slappy Cakes branches in Eastwood Mall from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. during Fridays and Saturdays), SM Aura Premier from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., SM North Edsa The Block from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. during Fridays and Saturdays), and SM Jazz Mall from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. for Holy Week, they are open from Palm Sunday until Holy Wednesday only, but will resume their operations on Black Saturday.