# Vegan Mediterranean-Inspired Fries Globally Local Launched Its Authentic Plant-Based 'Greek Fries' By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-06-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greek-fries References: [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/globallylocal/?Saefase) & [globallylocal](http://www.globallylocal.ca/?Asefae) Globally Local recently announced the launch of its authentic, vegan 'Greek Fries.' The company is currently only in Ontario but hopes to expand internationally soon. Globally Local is noted for being the first ever 24-hour [vegan drive-thru restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taste-of-the-world-burgers). It was co-founded by Vasiliki and James McInnes. Vasiliki grew up in a Greek-Canadian family and was able to bring her knowledge to the chef's table to help create an authentic, vegan delicacy. The Greek Fries are completely [plant-based](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frys-flexi-range) made in a nut-free facility. All products are made in-house ensuring quality and flavor. The fries are loaded with 'cheeze' sauce, gyro 'meat.' tomatoes, red onion, and tzatziki. This savory meal is great for consumers looking for a QSR vegan meal that is styled after traditional [Greek cuisine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-the-greek-salads). Image Credit: Globally Local ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based QSR:** The trend towards plant-based fast food is disrupting traditional QSRs and creating opportunities for innovative new concepts like Globally Local. - **Mediterranean-inspired Cuisine:** The popularity of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, such as Globally Local's Greek Fries, presents opportunities for food companies to incorporate these flavors into their products. - **24-hour Fast Food:** The growing demand for convenient, 24-hour fast food options is a trend that Globally Local's vegan drive-thru concept is capitalizing on. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food:** The fast food industry is ripe for disruption by plant-based and Mediterranean-inspired options like the ones offered by Globally Local. - **Plant-based Food:** The plant-based food industry is growing rapidly, and companies like Globally Local are leading the way with innovative new products. - **Convenience Stores:** Convenience store chains could benefit from incorporating plant-based and Mediterranean-inspired QSR options like those offered by Globally Local into their store offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Greek Cuisine Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tofuitti-and-green-and-grains.md) - [Griddle-Finished Baked Falafels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/griddlefinished-baked-falafel.md) - [Vegetarian Mediterranean Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greek-halloumi-wrap.md) - [Plant-Based Skewer Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-skewer.md) - [Proper Frozen Fries Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-crinkle-fries.md) - [Plant-Based Lamb Souvlaki](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulva.md) - [Meat-Free Frozen Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-frozen-appetizers.md) - [Snacking-Friendly Plant-Based Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosh-veg-bites.md) - [Minimal-Ingredient Vegan Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/preposterous-foods.md)