'Fuddruckers,' the Black-owned, American fast-casual burger chain, has debuted three dairy-free cheese options. These cheeses are 'American,' 'Smoked Provolone,' and 'Pepper Jack' cheese, and each will be available at Fuddruckers locations across Texas, Arizona, Kansas, Missouri, and Virginia. The cheeses are made by 'GOOD PLANeT Foods,' which marks a new partnership for the restaurant and the alternative dairy food manufacturer.
The new cheese options at Fuddruckers are not only vegetarian but are vegan-certified as well. This new addition gives not only vegan customers a new menu item to try, but also environmentally conscious customers due to the enhanced sustainability of plant-based dairy products when compared to animal-based dairy. These new cheeses can be added to any item on the menu that currently supports cheese additions, including burgers, salads, and sandwiches.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Plant-based Dairy
- The rise of plant-based dairy products, such as GOOD PLANeT Foods, presents an opportunity for dairy-free options in the fast-casual industry.
- Alternative Cheese Options
- The introduction of new dairy-free cheese options at Fuddruckers creates a demand for alternative cheese options in the restaurant industry.
- Vegan Certification
- The trend towards vegan-certified products presents an opportunity for fast-casual chains to expand their customer base to those seeking vegan options.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fast-casual Restaurant
- Fast-casual restaurants have the opportunity to innovate their menus by introducing new plant-based and vegan-certified items.
- Dairy-free Market
- The dairy-free market, specifically alternative cheese options, presents an opportunity for companies to produce new and innovative products.
- Plant-based Food Manufacturers
- Plant-based food manufacturers, such as GOOD PLANeT Foods, have the opportunity to partner with restaurants to offer dairy-free options and expand their customer base.
