With Veganuary well underway across Canada and internationally, Humane World for Animals is spotlighting new polling data which reveals strong and growing consumer demand for plant-based foods nationwide. According to a recent survey, 54 per cent of Canadians now say they are interested in increasing or actively working to increase their consumption of plant-based foods. […]
As consumer dining preferences continue to shift, there are about 1.3 million vegetarians and 700,000 vegans in Canada, with 42 per cent of consumers now identifying as flexitarian. The flexitarian trend is continuing to grow, allowing people to cut back on their meat consumption for health or environmental reasons, while not completely eliminating it from […]
Following the vegan and vegetarian craze from the past, flexitarian diets have gained popularity for many consumers looking for a moderate way to adopt a healthy lifestyle and reduce meat and dairy consumption. Today, 61 per cent of people are willing to eat less meat, so it seems that flexitarians are a category of diners that make up […]
Many of today’s diners are looking to enjoy a healthy meal from their favourite restaurants, so what’s the best way to stay on brand while upping your appeal for healthy consumers? Rather than launching a full menu overhaul, consider making some small changes or additions to attract more health-conscious customers. Make your menu flexible Offer […]
As diner preferences continue to evolve, chefs and restaurateurs who take these trends into account will be able to design their menus to reflect the demand. Plant-based eating has picked up speed in recent years, with vegan, vegetarian, and flexitarian diners focusing on a healthier lifestyle. Here are some of the most popular plant-based trends […]
By Makayla Dewit As the holidays draw nearer, it’s the ideal time to refresh your menus to attract a wider crowd of diners, especially with the growing number of Canadians who follow a plant-forward diet. Plant-based dishes, made exclusively from plants and plant ingredients, are becoming increasingly popular, not only with vegetarians and vegans but also […]
As the weather shifts, you may be looking to add seasonal plants and plant-based dishes to your fall menu. Studies show that 41 per cent of diners eat vegetarian or vegan each week, and 21 per cent are eating more plants than they were three months ago – so it’s a trend that’s continuing to […]
With vegetarian, vegan, and flexitarian dining on the rise, just how much attention should operators be paying to plant-based dishes on the menu? The flexitarian market has grown seven per cent in 2023 from the previous year, and the number of people who identify as vegan has risen 600 per cent since 2021. According to […]
By Riana Topan Most of us love animals, and we don’t want to see them suffer. Despite our instinctive, protective feelings towards them, however, many of us are trapped in a disconnect concerning animal welfare. The Canadian laws and regulations do not do enough to protect animals – especially the cows, pigs, chickens, sheep, ducks, […]
By Jessica Brill As diner demand for sustainability and health continues to climb, restaurants are popping up to provide consumers with experiences that exceed customer expectations. With more diners taking a closer look at their protein sources and decreasing meat consumption, restaurants are seeing more flexitarian, vegetarian, and vegan visitors come through the doors. Some […]
