Greggs vegan sausage roll at Subway and Caffe Nero’s revamp of its menu to include plant-based options is evidence that more food outlets are becoming aware of this growing demand for such food products. Now, coffee chain Caffe Nero has unveiled their biggest transformation of their deli offering in 22 years with plenty of new plant-based offerings, as well as fresh sandwiches and salads and an expanded list of European pastries.

The chain has also introduced freshly baked cakes and an expanded beverage selection, including iced teas, smoothies and frappes as well as hot chocolate with different types of milk options. Their new deli menu has been designed to offer customers “a wider selection of high-quality products and ingredients”, while maintaining the ‘family friendly’ environment and spirit of community at its core.

As part of its new offerings, the deli has introduced several plant-based meat alternatives including vegan ham and cheese sandwiches and veggie cheese and savoury spreads – more will be added over time. Furthermore, gluten free and dairy free bakery products have also been expanded; all stores continue to provide vegetarian/vegan cakes/slices.

As for their coffee offerings, Nero continues to serve its Classico blend, which has received numerous awards for taste. They also provide unique and specialty blends.

Caffe Nero was established in London by Ian Semp in 1990, later selling it to Gerry Ford in 1997. Since then, Caffe Nero has experienced remarkable expansion across its worldwide locations: from Ireland and Sweden through Poland and Cyprus all the way to Turkey and UAE – plus having its own coffee roasting factory located in Battersea South London!

Nero has long had a history of supporting the arts, which remains a central tenet of their culture today. They have provided support for art institutions from Tate Modern to British Museum as well as theatres and music artists through programs like Nero Music Awards.