How plant-based products are impacting UAE restaurants

How plant-based products are impacting UAE restaurants

Interesting fact: The majority of people who eat plant-based meats today are not vegans or vegetarians, they're meat eaters who want diversity in their diet. Hand on heart, this is not an April Fool's Day claim“¦ the reality is that even big players like Papa John's have invested significantly in developing products that don't sacrifice taste and quality, while upholding a planet friendly philosophy. According to market research company Triton, the compound growth rate in the vegan meat market in the MENA region between 2019 and 2027 is projected at an astounding 9. 84 per cent. Globally, the use of plant-based products is on the rise, and the industry itself could be worth more than $140 billion (Dhs 514) by 2029, according to a Barclays Bank forecast. Taking on the challenge, Papa John's UAE announced some unique plant-based innovations, introducing new additions to their award-winning vegan menu with the Vegan BBQ 'NoChicken', Vegan 'NoChicken' Mexican Ole and the Vegan 'NoChicken' Super Papa's. Partnering with Holland-based company, 'The Vegetarian Butcher', the products stand true to the claim, "Made by meat lovers, for meat lovers." The innovations are all about replicating the taste and texture of meat, whilst being better for the