Canadian Burger Chain Sells Out of Plant-Based Patties
- A&W offering of Beyond Burger exceeded expectations, CEO says
- More consumers seeking alternatives for health, environment
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After more than 60 years of dishing out beef burgers, a Canadian fast-food chain has found new success in an unexpected product: a patty made from peas, mung beans and beets.
A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., the country’s second-largest hamburger chain, is tapping into growing demand for plant-based protein by becoming the first national burger chain to offer California-based Beyond Meat’s burger on its menu in July.