The Rise of Vegan Beauty Products in the Middle East
The trend of ethical consumerism is driving people in key countries in the Middle East and Africa to embrace the vegan culture. This is propelling the growth of this regional market.
Veganism in the UAE: A Growing Trend in the F&B Industry!
Abdul Kader Saadi, the managing director of Glee Hospitality Solutions, provides insight into the state of veganism in the UAE. Veganism has emerged as the most prominent and widely-discussed dietary practice.
Why do some people in the region no longer Consume Dairy?
According to research published in The Lancet, lactose malabsorption is widespread in the Middle East; the prevalence is about 70% (57–83).
Veganuary kicks off in 2023 with a 154% spike in vegan meal requests on Emirates flights.
Emirates passengers are embracing plant-based cuisine, with the airline reporting a 154% increase in vegan meal requests on flights last year.
Veganuary: The demand for vegan meals on Emirates has skyrocketed!
Emirates, based in Dubai, has seen a surge in demand during Veganuary for plant-based meals and now offers a variety of vegan meals that can be ordered ahead of time.
The 2021-2028 Middle East and Africa plant-based food and beverage market study.
Triton has concluded in its report on the Middle East and Africa plant-based food and beverage market that this industry will grow at an 8.35% CAGR from 2021 to 2028.
The vegan menu at Emirates just got bigger and better
Emirates, a Dubai-based global airline, announced in August that it would spend more than $2 million on improving the in-flight experience. A total of 120 of its aircraft will be outfitted with the most up-to-date interiors, upgraded entertainment systems, and fancier in-flight menus. For instance, the vegan menu at Emirates just got bigger and better.