Fuwa Fuwa - London

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I am heading to London for a few days in July with my son and hope to visit Spitalfields Market. I just looked up what was there and saw Fuwa Fuwa - Japanese souffle pancakes. They look amazing and would love to try them. The issue is I am gluten and dairy intolerant. I see from the menu that they do have gluten free option, but does anyone know if they do dairy free too? Or is that a dream too far? Thanks London folks.

Also, any other suggestions for me to eat l while I'm there? I won't be spending a fortune so cheap and cheerful ideas would be very welcome.

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They are the only ones who can tell you.

Every recipe I have seen for these includes milk, and as I think they’re unlikely to be adapted for vegans given the eggs involved, I think non dairy is probably unlikely, sorry. There is lots of great food around the market though.

Thanks MsRinky I did think the same as the recipes I see have milk in them. Hope spring eternal though when I see GF. I'm sure they would say if they did dairy free too.
I am looking forward to mooching around and seeing what available.

I live rurally in Scotland so I am excited about what there will be there compared to here

In Spitalfields, there is Tofu Vegan, a vegan Chinese, which is obviously dairy free and has some gluten free dishes. Not specifically in Spitalfields, but in London there are - relatively - lots of places with gluten free options and many will be dairy free too. What sort of thing are you looking for? If you’re intolerant - rather than coeliac or allergic - Franca manca do gluten free pizzas (cant remember if they do a dairy free cheese, but they do offer a pizza without cheese). Honest burger do gluten free buns and their fries and onion rings are gluten free too, I think. Nando’s has some options - some of their chicken wings for example are gluten free - as does Leon. If you like Mexican, wahaca and d f tacos both do gluten free options. Lola’s cupcakes and Doughnut time both do gluten free lines. Those are the first things that come to mind - it’s my preteen daughter who is gluten free in my life so that’s reflected in the suggestions ☺️ and may well not be to your taste! There are quite a few places less chainy as well with gluten free options. It depends if you want food that is gluten and dairy free, but naturally like that - like some south Asian dishes - or substitutes (which is often what my daughter wants). If you give an idea of the type of food you like, there’s a good chance people can point you towards a suitable venue / shop. Enjoy your trip!

They do have gluten-free options for their soufflé pancakes and cheesecakes, but they are not entirely gluten-free or dairy-free.

Their desserts are prepared in a facility where gluten is present, which could lead to cross-contamination.

They do not have any desserts on the menu that state dairy free and their ingredients are likely to contain dairy.

They don’t appear to have any vegan options on the menu but it is possible to use aquafaba (chickpea brine) as a substitute for egg whites in vegan soufflé pancakes. You would have to ask them.

Do consider language barrier and low paid workers may not be skilled in knowing ingredients so it’s always a risk when you have a dietary restriction to rely on a restaurants word.

Thank you Pineapple. That's all really helpful and I will look up your suggestions.

I'm Coeliac with a side order of Lactose intolerance with a few extra allergies sprinkled on top. After being a lifelong veggie, I am now slowly introducing fish and some meats as my diet is so restrictive these days.

Bizzarely, having said all that, I'm actually a bit of a foodie which is often easier at home when I cook for myself 'safely'. But, I do love going out to eat when I find suitable options.

I veer towards fresh natural foods and love Thai, South East Asian, Mediteranean, Levantian. To be honest, with the caveats above I like most foods.

I'd happily do a foodie trip and pay for good places (within my not huge budget relatively speaking) but this isn't the focus of this trip this time with my young adult son. I suppose its veering more towards back-packing trip rather than 5 star Michelin star trip (albeit staying in a naice hotel.)

I suppose we would be drawn to Street Food, noodle bars and the likes.

I dream of desserts but they tend to be a no-no when out, unless I find a vegan ice cream somewhere.

The gf doughnuts do sound a good call. Its things like that I miss. Getting up in the morning and dropping in to a cafe for a coffee and a pastry for breakfast would be idea but unlikely to happen with my diet, but I live in hope. Things like these Fuwa Fuwa desserts would be something I would love but I knew it was a long shot. Nice to dream though and I will just have to make them at home.

NoelFaraday. Thanks, this is really helpful. That's the kind of info I was hoping a MNetter would be able to give me. I think I'll give it a miss.

Also meant to say that when I visit my nearest city, street food places are ideal as I can usually find something but my fellow diners don't have to go to a specific restaurant that restricts them.