Eating at restaurants can be a very pleasurable experience, and you can still enjoy it when following a vegan Mediterranean diet. Most cuisines make it fairly easy to order meals composed of vegetables, whole grains, and plant-based proteins. And I’ve found that most restaurants are happy to assist you when you explain that you are vegan. If you don’t see anything vegan on the menu, ask if the chef can create something special for you. You may want to review the menu online in advance and call to speak to someone about your options. When ordering from the menu, be aware of sneaky ingredients like chicken stock or butter in rice and anchovies or fish sauce in sauces and salad dressings.