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EU bans 'steak' and 'bacon' labels for plant-based foods; 'burgers' allowed

Lawmakers barred plant-based products from using the terms “steak” and “bacon,” while allowing “burger” labels to remain on European menus.

Published Jun 16, 2026, 9:04 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The European Parliament on Tuesday approved a ban on marketing plant-based foods using the terms “steak” or “bacon.” Veggie “burgers” will still be permitted and can continue to appear on menus across Europe.