# Chef-Created Vegan Thanksgiving Meals Chef Chloe Coscarelli Partners with Whole Foods Market By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-11-02 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-thanksgiving-meal References: [vegnews](https://vegnews.com/2020/10/chef-chloe-coscarelli-partners-with-whole-foods-market-to-offer-vegan-thanksgiving-meal) & [wholefoodsmarket](https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/shop/choose) in honor of World Vegan Day (which takes place on November 1st), renowned vegan chef, Chloe Coscarelli, joined forces with [Whole Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-meals) to offer a variety of plant-powered Thanksgiving meals, dubbed the Vegan Meal for 2. The new offering features a Cremini Mushroom Roast with Mushroom Gravy, Miso Creamed Greens, Coconut Sweet Potato Casserole, Jalapeño Cornbread Dressing, and [Pumpkin Curry Soup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purple-carrots-october-menu), all priced at $39.99. The new Vegan Meal for 2 is now available for pre-order on the Whole Foods website, which consumers can pick-up in-store the week of Thanksgiving. As more consumers opt to consume less meat–either for the planet, lifestyle choices, or dietary restrictions–brands are creating [plant-powered dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-christmas-menu) that meet their need for delicious and nutritious offerings. Image Credit: Veg News ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-powered Thanksgiving Meals:** Opportunity to create innovative and delicious plant-based meals for Thanksgiving, catering to the growing consumer demand for vegan options. - **Pre-ordering Vegan Meals:** Opportunity to offer pre-ordering options for vegan meals, providing convenience and ease for consumers during busy holiday seasons. - **Meatless Meal Options:** Opportunity to develop meatless meal options that cater to consumers who choose to consume less meat for various reasons, including environmental concerns and dietary preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Food companies can develop innovative plant-powered meal options to cater to the growing demand for vegan and vegetarian dishes. - **Online Retail:** Online retailers can provide pre-ordering options for vegan meals, making it convenient for consumers to plan their Thanksgiving meals in advance. - **Hospitality:** Restaurants and hotels can incorporate meatless meal options into their holiday menus, offering a variety of choices to cater to different dietary preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegan-Friendly Thanksgiving Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-wellington.md) - [Plant-Based Holiday Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanksgiving-box.md) - [Vegan Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanksgiving-leftovers-sandwich.md) - [Chef-Crafted Vegan Ready Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-ready-meal.md) - [Riced Cauliflower Stuffing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riced-cauliflower-stuffing-1.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Vegan Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-vegan-meal.md) - [Romantic Plant-Based Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-valentines-day-meal.md) - [Festive Lentil Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lentiful.md) - [Festive Vegan-Friendly Food Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesco-vegan-christmas-range.md)