Minestra - cafe on Churchill Road (Prospect) - using locally sourced ingredients

Source: http://www.weekendnotes.com/minestra-italian-restaurant/

Ricotta Balls

"Local, homegrown food cooked Calabresi style - for vegans, vegos and omnivores" is their philosophy. Their ingredients are sourced from their 'neighbours', locally grown in their backyards, which means the menu is constantly changing depending on what ingredients they have available. (If you are interested in growing for them, or have an oversupply of veggies, herbs, etc, get in touch with Minestra). They often post the menu on their Facebook page; even if today's menu isn't up, you'll get an idea of the delightful items they offer.

However the Polpette is a constant on the menu. Polpette is Italian "rissoles" which they do vego, vegan or meat and serve with salad or minestra (an Italian soup).

Vegan Lasagne

Vegan Apricot Milkshake (can also be made with organic milk)

They also do really good coffee and their desserts are heavenly!
The service matches the food - brilliant. The staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable, they are happy to do what they can to assist with any allergies or intolerances.

Vegan choc shake with crumble top. Vegan coconut caramel rumble bars.

*All images appear courtesy of Minestra Italian Restaurant