Dibs on the ribs: A food comic in praise of a meat-free Wellington delicacy

Liliana Mañetto Quick

31 Jan 2021

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In the latest of her series of food comics, Liliana Mañetto Quick pens a love letter to the barbecue ‘not ribs’ at the capital’s vegan cafe Sweet Release.

Liliana Mañetto Quick

Liliana Mañetto Quick

Liliana Mañetto Quick is a comic artist, illustrator and food lover based in Wellington. Her comic Heart of Nums is a series of love letters to eateries and culinary encounters. You can find her @_inklig on Instagram.

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