Mike Lee of Studiofeast realized that while vegetarians and omnivores have very different eating behaviors, when dining together, the omnivores usually have to compromise and eat a meat-free option. However, with the double dinners he created, you can truly get the best of both worlds.
Lee and the rest of Studiofeast set out to create a meal for 20 vegetarians and 20 omnivores that looked nearly identical. With a gourmet meal including tartares, marrows, noodles, scallops and dessert, each group got to enjoy delicious dishes without either party feeling as though they were missing out on anything.
On behalf of Studiofeast, Lee explains, "at Studiofeast, we thought it’d be cool to do a meal where an omnivore and a vegetarian could both share the same meal without the former forgoing meat or the latter having to try flesh."
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Studiofeast Chefs Create Identical-Looking Dishes for Vegetarians and Omnivores
Trend Themes
1. Dual Dishes - Creating separate but nearly identical dishes for vegetarians and omnivores in the same meal allows for inclusive dining experiences.
2. Meat-based Alterations - Incorporating meat and non-meat versions of ingredients in dishes allows for customization for individual diets and preferences.
3. Intentional Inclusion - Designing meals with inclusivity in mind encourages creativity and innovation in the culinary industry.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Restaurants and food brands can innovate by creating more inclusive dining experiences for customers with different dietary preferences.
2. Hospitality - Hotels and event venues can offer dual dining options to address the diverse dietary preferences of their guests while maintaining high-quality culinary experiences.
3. Culinary Education - Cooking schools and culinary programs can incorporate intentional inclusion practices into their curriculum to train and inspire future chefs to create more inclusive dining experiences.