In 2024, chefs from across the UK are joining the challenge to put more #beansonthemenu.
Beans for breakfast, beans at brunch,
Beans in snacks and in our lunch,
Beans in sauces, beans on spreads,
Beans in meals, and in our breads,
Beans on salads, beans in sweets,
Beans in drinks, delightful treats.
From dawn to dusk, they’re a brilliant habit,
For our health and the planet.
In June, let’s find them at every venue,
Join us and put #beansonthemenu!
WHY BEANS?
Beans are a simple, affordable solution to our global health, climate and cost of living challenges.
- Beans are for everyone! Not just for vegetarians or those on a budget, they’re the perfect food choice for anyone looking for a nutrient-dense, sustainable food option that is kind to our bodies, the planet, and our wallets.
- Beans are nutritious! 120g cooked (half a large can) of beans provides around a third of your daily recommended fibre. It’s also packed with plant-based protein and essential nutrients like potassium, iron and folate. Regularly consuming beans can improve your digestive health, make you feel fuller longer, and help improve your overall health.
- Beans are good for the planet, helping to safeguard the environment for future generations. They are a climate-smart agricultural solution and their long shelf-life can help prevent food waste, making them a great, healthy pantry staple.
- Beans are versatile and delicious! Beans on toast may be the most iconic bean-based British dish, but beans can be prepared and incorporated into a variety of foods including meals, snacks, sauces, spreads, desserts, and even beverages.
JOIN THE CHALLENGE
To participate:
- Fill out this form to confirm your participation
- Select or create a bean dish (or more than one) to highlight on your menu in June 2024
- Help us spread the word so that diners come try your dish and other restaurants are encouraged to participate in the challenge
- Share the dish and your participation in the #Beansonthemenu challenge with your staff, customers, and social media followers
What you’ll receive:
- A welcome letter with a toolkit with talking points, social media assets, and draft language for your channels, emails, staff education, and other communications
- Inclusion in the online listing of participating restaurants
- Inclusion in press materials related to the campaign
- Inclusion in general campaign social media posts
- And, of course, by helping to make beans cool, you are joining a global community in reducing the food system’s impact on climate change!
PARTICIPATING EATERIES
West London:
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Apricity Restaurant, W1K 6JU
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Mercato Mayfair, W1K 6ZA
South London:
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Mercato Metropolitano, SE1 6DR
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Mazavaroo Club (Mauritian Comfort Food), SE1 6DR
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Hermanos Taco House, SE1 6DR
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London Centre for Culinary Medicine, SW1P2PD
East London:
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Popolo, EC2A 3DU
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Mmy Wood Wharf, E14 9QG
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EDIT Restaurant, E8 3QE
Stay tuned to find out where you can find more #beansonthemenu in the UK!
SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLKIT
FOLLOW THE CHALLENGE
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#beansonthemenu is an initiative of Beans is How, a campaign to double the global consumption of beans and other pulses by 2028.
In addition to being delicious and affordable, beans help improve nutrition and regenerate soil, reducing the impact of climate change. Tiny but mighty, beans are a solution for improving the health of our population and our planet. To learn more about the benefits of beans, please visit our Resources page.
As trusted voices, chefs have the unique ability to showcase the versatility and tastiness of beans, making them a visible and desirable food choice, driving consumer habits. The Chefs’ Manifesto is in integral partner in #beansonthemenu, promoting the initiative within their community and beyond. Thank you to all of the chefs who are championing beans!