Tucked away on a quiet street in the riverside town of Wivenhoe sits The Olive Branch — an unsuspecting haven for plant-based food. The family-owned Middle Eastern and vegetarian café offers a plethora of vegan options, with these taking up most of their diverse menu. Inside, their quaint interiors are decorated with exotic lanterns and colourful cushions, but the establishment also offers a takeaway service, and at present, free delivery, for those who are unable to leave their homes. Since we’re currently under lock-down, my mum and I ordered our food and it was delivered to our house. We set up a little picnic in our garden and sat eating in the sunshine.
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