As more UK citizens choose to consume less meat, the UK's largest coffee chain -- Costa Coffee -- has launched a new festive menu with several vegan-friendly options that will officially launch on November, 1st. One notable vegan option the new menu boasts is a Veggies Under Vest sandwich that contains vegan mayonnaise, cranberry sauce, falafel, parsnip stuffing, carrot, and spinach. The menu also includes a variety of Christmas desserts including a fruit-based Christmas cake slice, a rocky road bar studded with vegan marshmallows, and a gluten-free mince tart.
"Christmas is always such a magical time of year at Costa Coffee, and we’re incredibly excited to launch our best menu to date," Eric Tavoukdjian, commercial marketing director at Costa Coffee, said. "We hope families and friends are inspired to come together and enjoy a Christmas treat in-store this season."
Festive Vegan QSR Menus
Costa Coffee Unveiled its New Limited-Edition Vegan Christmas Menu
Trend Themes
1. Vegan QSR Menus - With more people opting for a plant-based diet, the QSR industry has an opportunity to cater to this growing demographic by developing vegan-friendly menus.
2. Festive Limited-edition Menus - Creating holiday-themed menus with seasonal offerings is a way for businesses to drive traffic and boost sales during the festive season.
3. Gluten-free Desserts - The demand for gluten-free options is growing and businesses can take advantage of this trend by creating delicious and innovative gluten-free dessert options.
Industry Implications
1. QSR Industry - With the growing popularity of plant-based diets, the QSR industry can innovate by creating vegan-friendly menus and promoting sustainable eating habits.
2. Food and Beverage Industry - Developing festive limited-edition menus can attract new customers and encourage existing customers to try new products, leading to increased sales and growth in the food and beverage industry.
3. Bakery Industry - The increasing demand for gluten-free options presents an opportunity for the bakery industry to create delicious and innovative gluten-free desserts that cater to a wider range of customers with dietary restrictions.