# Meat-Free Christmas Menus IKEA Announced Its Christmas Menu for 2019 Will Be Free of Meat By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-10-28 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatfree-christmas-menu References: [housebeautiful](https://www.housebeautiful.com/uk/lifestyle/food-drink/a29600861/ikea-food-meat-free-christmas-menu/) & [ikea](https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/?dg) [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-singapore-1) is renowned for its amazing and affordable food and for being a leader in sustainability and has continued to set itself apart with the announcement of a meat-free Christmas menu this holiday season. All of the festive dishes will use plant-based protein and will include some of IKEA's pre-existing range of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Some notable items on the meat-free Christmas menu include a vegetarian Brie and Cranberry Open Tart, a [vegan mince pie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnaholic-holiday-menu), vegan Root Vegetable Tarte Tatin, Biryani and Veggie Balls, Chilli Non-Carne, Vegan Blueberry Mousse, and Beetroot Brownies. While the Christmas menu will be free of meat, the chain will still serve existing meat dishes on its fixed menu. Image Credit: IKEA ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-based Christmas Menus:** Opportunity for restaurants and food brands to create meat-free Christmas menus, catering to the growing demand for plant-based options during the holiday season. - **Sustainable Food Innovation:** Potential for food companies to develop sustainable alternatives to traditional meat dishes, aligning with consumer preferences for eco-friendly choices and reducing environmental impact. - **Expansion of Vegetarian and Vegan Offerings:** Rise of vegetarian and vegan dishes in popular food chains presents an opportunity for food industry players to diversify their menus and attract a broader customer base. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurants:** Restaurants can seize the opportunity to create innovative and delicious plant-based Christmas menus, attracting customers who are seeking meat-free options during the holiday season. - **Food Brands:** Food brands can develop sustainable and delicious alternatives to traditional meat dishes for Christmas, tapping into the growing demand for eco-friendly and plant-based food options. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and event venues can capitalize on the trend of plant-based Christmas menus by offering a variety of festive vegetarian and vegan dishes, providing an inclusive dining experience for guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Time-Limited Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-singapore-1.md) - [Festive Showroom Eateries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasons-eatings-at-ikea.md) - [Vegan Chicken Menu Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-4.md) - [Vegan Christmas Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-christmas-range.md) - [Decor Retailer Food Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-food-range.md) - [Plant-Based Retailer Cafeteria Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-isnt-pork-sausages.md) - [Festive Vegan-Friendly Food Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesco-vegan-christmas-range.md) - [Globally Inspired Meatball Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-around-menu.md) - [Festive Meatless Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-for-christmas.md)