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.
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.