Wagamama endorses sustainable dining campaign

Wagamama has announced its support for 50by25, a new campaign calling on restaurants to add more plant-based options to their menus for the environmental well-being of the planet. 

Launched by UK charity Viva!, the initiative asks restaurants to make half of their menu plant-based by the end of 2025. It is hoped that these efforts will reduce hospitality's impact on the environment and encourage consumers to reduce their consumption of animal products. 

With Wagamama already offering a 50% plant-based menu, the charity is now contacting other leading restaurant groups, asking them to remove meat dishes and replace them with animal-free alternatives, while also working with smaller restaurants to help them make the switch. 

Scientists state that global animal agriculture industries are a leading cause of climate change, with studies suggesting that we should all be eating less meat and other animal products. Despite this, many Brits remain unaware of the connection between what they eat and how it affects the planet. The 50by25 campaign will raise awareness of the issue, helping the UK reduce its carbon footprint by encouraging people to opt for plant-based meals when dining out. 

Wagamama's executive chef Steven Mangleshot comments: "We're told by science that what we eat is one of the most impactful choices we all have to reduce our footprint on the environment. In 2021, we made 50% of our menu plant-based, making it easier for guests to support the planet whilst spreading positivity through our nourishing food, from bowl to soul."

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