Canadian pop icon Bryan Adams, who embraced veganism at the age of 28, remains a staunch advocate for a plant-based diet. Reflecting on his journey, Adams has often expressed only one regret—wishing he’d been raised vegan.
As he gears up for his much-anticipated India leg of the So Happy It Hurts world tour, Adams’ itinerary kicks off in Shillong, Meghalaya, on December 10. While the state’s stunning landscapes and vibrant culture promise an unforgettable welcome, its famed local dishes, like jadoh, dohkhleh, and dohjem, may remain unexplored by the vegan star. However, Adams might savour vegetarian delights such as jahstem, putharo, and puhkhlein, ensuring he still gets a taste of Meghalaya’s rich culinary heritage.
But that too looks like a slim possibility. Reports reveal that Adams is travelling with a 50-member entourage, accompanied by a personal chef to ensure his strict vegan diet is adhered to.
Adams’ tour catering is completely vegetarian and if anyone from the crew wants to eat non-vegetarian food, they can always dine out.
In alignment with his commitment to sustainability, Adam’s India tour will be a plastic-free, eco-friendly affair. “The event will prioritise biodegradable materials, locally sourced organic ingredients, and eliminate processed or packaged foods in backstage catering,” shared a news wire. Additionally, Adams has chosen accommodations that offer integrated yoga facilities, allowing him to maintain his wellness routine on the road.
Adams’ week-long tour will span five cities, beginning in Shillong on December 10 and concluding in Hyderabad on December 16, with performances in Mumbai, Gurugram, and Bangalore along the way.
Through his music and lifestyle choices, Adams continues to inspire fans worldwide, proving that art and advocacy can go hand in hand.
And for advocates of delicious, traditional Meghalayan delicacies, whether Adams gets to savour them or otherwise, they will continue to lure foodies from across the globe.
