New vegan restaurant in Hastings sells out on its opening weekend

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The Hempist, at Marine Parade, in Hastings Old Town has been opened by established Reggae DJ Dan Wiltshire and specialising in hemp based burgers, hotdogs and patties with a Jamaican twist.

Dan sad: “We’ve been totally overwhelmed with the warm welcome and support we have received locally.”

In response to a booking enquiry on Sunday at around 6pm, a team member from the Hempist messaged: “We have pretty much sold out of everything, so we intend to close tonight and re-evaulate.”

Hemp seed is not only regarded as a high protein superfood, but is also a sustainable crop which does not harm the environment.

Hemp seeds are the seeds of the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa, the same species as cannabis (marijuana) but a different variety, not containing.

THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana.

Dan says that hemp seeds are exceptionally nutritious and rich in healthy fats, protein and various minerals, including a great source of vitamin E and minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc.

As well as plant-based food, The Hempist will also be serving up Jamaican favourite Red Stripe lager and a craft beer from the Brixton brewery as well as vegan and organic wines, hemp leaf tea, Jamaican cocktails, a hemp and hop mead and healthy soft drinks.

The official opening of the Hempist takes place on Sunday march 15 at 10am.

The opening times this week are Thursday - Sunday from 11am - 11pm.