But this year, their dinner plans have been turnedupside down.
The non-meat-eater is hosting and recently announced that the entire menu would be vegan.
Shes a veganhospitality specialist who consults with restaurants and hotels around the world.
We also spoke toMaisie Stedman fromThe Vegan Society.
Its the only one of its kind in Africa.
Bored Panda reached out to her forher take on the matter.
The Vegan Society fights for the rights of animals, and advocates for veganism.
It was founded in Britain in November 1944, so its been around for longer than many of us.
She believes it might help thembe compassionate towards her decision.
Failing this, Cooper suggests the friends eat out at an inclusive restaurant where they have vegan options.
Especially as this is one dinner.
Her friendsfood allergiesshould be catered for.
For example, if they cant have nuts, she shouldnt include them.
So whats Coopers idea of a perfect 100% vegan Thanksgiving dinner?
Many colorful veggies, a seitan-based meat substitute with gravy, and a decadent chocolate-based dessert.
Possibly followed by a variety of nut-based vegan cheese and crackers.
Dont forget the vegan wine!
Coopers message to meat-eaters when visiting vegan friends goes like this: Be open-minded, try new things.
I can guarantee you will be surprised if you do!
According to Cooper, this veto vote can have a negative impact on establishments.
But also anyone they would dine with, or holiday with, which equals a lot of business!
We would rather go elsewhere.
Somewhere attracting us through their marketing.
Its because you arent attracting them and instead they are going to your competition.
She tells Bored Panda that shes currently seeing a huge demand for plant-based dishes on menus.
But there are other surprising details shes noticed.
We are also seeing hospitality businesses take a stab at have fun with their menu labeling using symbols.
Many are using QR codes where people can scan to get full allergen information, revealed Cooper.
Times are definitely changing.
The sitenotesthat even slight deviations in survey samples can result in the share of vegans being halved or doubled.
Meanwhile, this surveyshowsthat 86% of people eat meat globally.
The Food and Agriculture Organization revealed that371 million tonnes of meat was produced around the world last year.
It was an increase from the year before.
Its widely reported that cutting back on meat can help combat climate change.
Ede argues that meat is non-irritating and easy to digest, making it good for gut health.
She also says it supportshealthy insulin levels without promoting blood glucose spikes.
The expert believes that meatprovides all of the nutrients we need.
This includes those she says are difficult or impossible to obtain from plant foods.
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