# Bunless Vegan Sandwiches Australia's The Cornish Arms Veganized KFC's Double Down Burger By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-02-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-down-burger References: [theurbanlist](https://www.theurbanlist.com/melbourne/a-list/vegan-double-down-melbourne) & [cornisharms.au](http://www.cornisharms.com.au/) Years ago [KFC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-cheese-chicken-sandwich) launched the Double Down burger as sandwich with two patties in place of top and bottom buns. Now, The [Cornish Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cornish-bakery-menu) in Melbourne, Australia has launched a vegan version of the menu item with entirely plant-based ingredients. Inspired by of-the-moment happenings in the world of food and pop culture, chef Lloyd Kembrey crafts the recipe with two mock chicken patties made from a base of soy, which are coated in spices, the sandwich is topped with vegan cheese, bacon, as well as tomatoes. The all-vegan bunless sandwich is served with a side of fries and slaw. Although The Cornish Arms is not a vegan pub, it offers a variety of plant-based dishes and serves 12 vegan craft beers, noting: "dietary preference is no barrier to good food and nights with friends." Image Credit: Jenna Fahey-White ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vegan Fast Food:** The rise of vegan fast food options like bunless vegan sandwiches presents opportunities for plant-based alternatives in the fast food industry. - **Plant-based Meat Alternatives:** The use of plant-based meat alternatives in dishes like bunless vegan sandwiches shows a growing demand for plant-based protein options. - **Vegan Pub Dining:** The emergence of vegan pubs, like The Cornish Arms, highlights the potential for plant-based dining experiences in the pub industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food Industry:** The bunless vegan sandwich trend presents an opportunity for fast food chains to incorporate vegan options into their menus and cater to a wider customer base. - **Plant-based Food Industry:** The demand for plant-based meat alternatives, as seen in bunless vegan sandwiches, provides opportunities for innovation and growth in the plant-based food industry. - **Pub and Restaurant Industry:** Vegan pubs, such as The Cornish Arms, demonstrate the potential for plant-based dining experiences, showcasing a new avenue for growth in the pub and restaurant industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Double-Breaded Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-cheese-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Waffle-Stuffed Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-double.md) - [Mycoprotein Plant-Based Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoprotein-plantbased-burger.md) - [Fried Chicken Burger Buns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggzinger-double-down.md) - [Vegan Fried Chicken Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-fried-chicken-menu.md) - [Cheesy Chicken Bun Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-mushroom-zinger-double-down.md) - [Hybrid Condiment-Topped Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravy-double-down.md) - [Revived Protein-Packed QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kfc-double-down.md) - [Spicy Plant-Based Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-bbq-vegan-chicken-sandwich.md)