—a vegan transformation of his classic Beef Wellington using beets, beet green crepes, and vegan pastry. The Competition Challenge
Some chefs struggled with the lack of animal proteins, resulting in dishes that felt unfinished or "boring," with one mushroom-based dish criticized for lacking flavor. A Broader Culinary Shift [S12E7] Gordon Ramsay Loves Vegans!
While some viewers view Ramsay’s shift as a tactical "bandwagon" move or a paid advertising strategy—noting his recent partnership with plant-based brand Flora Plant —others see it as a genuine adaptation to rising culinary trends. Ramsay himself has acknowledged that "veganism is on the rise" and that the industry must "eat a slice of humble pie" to adapt. This evolution is reflected across his business, with vegan menus now available at his Michelin-starred restaurant Pétrus and his casual eatery, Lucky Cat . Gordon Ramsay's Love/Hate Relationship with Vegans & MORE —a vegan transformation of his classic Beef Wellington
i'm allergic to vegetarians. which one's going in the oven. first i got a confession. i'm turning vegan for lunch. only listen he' YouTube·PLANT BASED NEWS Has Gordon Ramsay embraced vegan food? What do you think? Ramsay himself has acknowledged that "veganism is on
Contestants were tasked with creating a high-end vegan dish within 60 minutes. Key highlights from the challenge included: Judges praised a chickpea falafel for its crispiness and a beet-and-avocado pairing described as "genius". Other successful entries included a stuffed potato pancake jackfruit "peking duck" taco
The episode served as the show's first-ever vegan challenge. Ramsay introduced the task by teasing a secret "so big" he was afraid to say it on national television. After building suspense, he admitted his appreciation for plant-based cuisine, leading into a demonstration of his signature Beet Wellington