Those who visit Bourbon Butcher in Minnesota will now have the chance to sample Korean-style ribs that are completely meatless.
In partnership with The Herbivorous Butcher, Bourbon Butcher is now experimenting with the addition of vegan meat substitutes, such as these new plant-based ribs, which are served with coconut cilantro rice and green beans. After just two nights on the menu, the Korean-style ribs sold out, indicating how well the new menu item has been received so far.
All too often, many meat-centric restaurants seem opposed to the idea of expanding their menus to include meatless options, but for Bourbon Butcher, it was a perfect fit. As owner Tony Donatell says: "a restaurant called 'Bourbon Butcher' known for being ‘meat-centric’ had to have meatless meats on its menu!"
Meatless Rib Strips
Bourbon Butcher Now Serves Korean-Style Ribs from The Herbivorous Butcher
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Meat Substitutes - The growing demand for meatless options in restaurants has led to a trend in plant-based meat substitutes like the Korean-style meatless rib strips from The Herbivorous Butcher.
2. Vegetarian and Vegan Cuisine - As more people adopt vegetarianism and veganism, the demand for vegetarian and vegan cuisine increases, and restaurants should consider expanding their menus to cater to this growing market.
3. Sustainable Food - The plant-based trend reflects a broader movement towards food that is sustainable, environmentally friendly, and ethical.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurants - Restaurants of all kinds can benefit from catering to the growing demand for vegetarian and vegan cuisine by offering plant-based meat substitutes like The Herbivorous Butcher's Korean-style meatless rib strips.
2. Plant-based Food Manufacturing - The rise in demand for plant-based foods means that there is an opportunity for companies like The Herbivorous Butcher to expand and innovate in the plant-based food manufacturing industry.
3. Sustainability Consulting - As more restaurants and food brands move towards sustainable food options, there is an opportunity for sustainability consulting firms to work with them to develop and implement more environmentally friendly and ethical practices.