How to have a meat-free Christmas: four vegan influencers describe their best holiday dinners
- From raspberry chocolate fudge cake to potatoes roasted with rosemary, olive oil and salt, there is no shortage of ideas for great vegetarian dishes
- Entrepreneurs and an ultrarunner tell us what they’d serve for a memorable meal
Cutting meat from your diet, even from just a couple of meals per week, is said to be one of the most significant actions people can take to reduce their impact on the environment.
Meat and dairy production is responsible for 60 per cent of agriculture’s greenhouse gas emissions, so spending money on alternatives could help nudge global food production towards more sustainable practices.
The past two years have seen an explosion in meat-free dining options in Hong Kong – particularly plant-based burgers – with veganism and vegetarianism key trends that will continue to influence restaurant culture in years to come.
Celebratory meals have historically revolved around meat as a centrepiece, with vegetables as side dishes, but with so many great alternatives, plenty of variety and a thriving vegetarian and vegan community to turn to for events and advice, there’s every reason to eliminate meat from your table this Christmas or New Year’s Eve.
What to cook
If you’re lucky enough to have a kitchen and a large group of family or friends to cook for, there are lots of ways to make vegetables the centre of attention without sacrificing visual impact, flavour or nutrients.