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Vegetarianismand veganism are still quite niche.
According to Gallup, as of 2023,about 4% of Americansidentify as vegetarians.
As for the global percentage of vegetarians, a recent survey claims that18% of the populationare vegetarians.
So, its understandable some people might question a strictly vegetarian wedding.
This couple decided they wanted to serve vegetarian-only meals at their wedding.
So, the bride decidedto checkwith the Internet: would it be unreasonable to haveno meat at a wedding?
Vegans andvegetariansare usually the ones in the minority position.
So, in a way, this couple might be subverting the expectation that meat-eaters are the default.
Roquette Catering claims that every menu should echo the overall theme of a wedding.
However, weddings are also about accommodating the guests.
Althoughwantingto eat meat doesnt necessarily constitute a dietary restriction, it is still a preference.
Remember to prioritise the guest experience alongside your personal preferences, Roquette Catering writes.
The ultimate goal of your wedding menu is to contribute to a fantastic guest experience.
Eco-wedding website Mindfully Wed has awedding footprint calculator.
Its where couples can check how environmentally friendly their wedding is.
A menu with meat is actually their top third environmental polluter.
Tenille Evans from Vegan Wedding and Events alsoarguesthat vegan/vegetarian weddings are more inclusive.
Plant based food can be eaten by more people.
Vegans and vegetarians but also people with dairy, egg or shellfish allergies along with kosher and halal guests.
She also says that vegan caterers are more willing to customize menus.
Working within smaller parameters makes them more creative.
Or maybe because they personally understand what its like to not be catered for.
However, modern caterers have come a long way and can offer some interesting vegan and vegetarian options.
The answer, according to her, is family-style meals.
A vegetarian entree, for example, can be made out of several smaller dishes.
In the end, Jampel writes, most guests didnt even remember what they ate on herwedding day.
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