Meat-Loving Chef Mario Batali’s Confession

Foodies everywhere are buzzing about Mario Batali’s declaration that he is a “big believer in the Meatless Monday movement” and his announcement that all 14 of his restaurants will offer at least two vegetarian options each and every Monday.

Batali believes that “most people in the U.S. eat way more meat than is good for them or the planet” and supports efforts to “focus on a more plant-based diet.” And get this: He’s also created a logo to further promote the flesh-free options at some of his restaurants. Woo-hoo!

Batali’s eateries are known for cooking up just about every bit of animal one can name, including bone marrow and cockscombs (yes, cockscombs), so it’s no wonder Batali’s announcement is a hot topic for offal eaters and vegans.

We can’t wait for the day when chefs like Batali embrace “Turkeyless Tuesdays,” “Wings-Free Wednesdays,” etc., or declare “Meat Mondays” as the only day they serve the stuff, but in the meantime, Batali’s support for Meatless Mondays will do wonders to spotlight humane cuisine’s plethora of pluses for animals, human health, and the environment.

Written by Karin Bennett