News Walt Disney Co. forms strategic alliance with Impossible Foods to make the Impossible Burger the Preferred Plant-Based Burger of Walt Disney World

[JoeCamel]

Water, Soy Protein Concentrate, Coconut Oil, Sunflower Oil, Natural Flavors, 2% or less of: Potato Protein, Methylcellulose, Yeast Extract, Cultured Dextrose, Food Starch Modified, Soy Leghemoglobin, Salt, Soy Protein Isolate, Mixed Tocopherols (Vitamin E), Zinc Gluconate, Thiamine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1), Sodium Ascorbate (Vitamin C), Niacin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin B12.

Contains: Soy
I just checked and this is the updated ingredient list. They've eliminated the gluten/wheat that was the biggie they got rid of. Still soy and yes coconut allergies are a thing. Many more with soy than coconut but more than you would think.

And the chicken tenders at WDW are all chicken? I'm not sure but I would bet they have soy as well.

 

[gmajew]

This company has blown up with how fast it has grown and how many segments it is now entering.... It has quickly become the only name player in the segment so as much as I dont like any of these products this brand name has weight and is the only one restaurants are using.

 

[disneygeek90]

I enjoy impossible burgers however I think the Gardein products offer a better variety. As far as I'm aware impossible only makes the equivalent of a ground beef patty. Gardein offers fish filets, chicken strips, meat balls etc that seem like it would work a lot better throughout the parks.

 

[JoeCamel]

And the chicken tenders at WDW are all chicken? I'm not sure but I would bet they have soy as well.

You can get allergy free tenders but the GP gets soy

Allergy Chicken Tenders Locations | Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW

This post contains information about where Disney guests can find the gluten free and food allergy chicken tenders located on property.

www.glutenfreedairyfreewdw.com

 

[JoeCamel]

I enjoy impossible burgers however I think the Gardein products offer a better variety. As far as I'm aware impossible only makes the equivalent of a ground beef patty. Gardein offers fish filets, chicken strips, meat balls etc that seem like it would work a lot better throughout the parks.

Impossible has said they are building other foods and certainly has the capital to do it if it can be done.

 

[raymusiccity]

I am as well

So, what do you suppose their pricing strategy will be. Charge more for the Impossible Burger, or hike up the price for the real thing!?

 

[Ginzuishou]

Yay for plant-based options. I still think it is weird that Animal Kingdom serves dead animals. It really doesn't make any sense to me.

 

[Ginzuishou]

Impossible burgers suck.

Apparently they don't suck, as they are extremely popular.

 

[John park hopper]

I prefer real meat and it is the product of plant consumption

 

[mdcpr]

Yay for plant-based options. I still think it is weird that Animal Kingdom serves dead animals. It really doesn't make any sense to me.

The circle of life. Makes sense to me!

 

[danv3]

Impossible burgers suck.

Correct. They are horrendous.

 

[DDLand]

Biggest news of the day by far!

 

[John park hopper]

Yay for plant-based options. I still think it is weird that Animal Kingdom serves dead animals. It really doesn't make any sense to me.

Thank god they are dead, I'd hate to try and eat one that was still alive

 

[Nubs70]

If it is the preferred plant based burger, are there other plant based burgers offered?

 

[Kram Sacul]

Just say no to fake meat.

 

[tirian]

Walt Disney Co. forms strategic alliance with Impossible Foods to make the Impossible Burger the Preferred Plant-Based Burger of Walt Disney World Resort

More than 400 plant-based dishes are now available at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and this new alliance reinforces the drive to add more plant-based options.

www.wdwmagic.com

Edited with better info:

Last year, a major study (that was later revealed to be paid by the beef industry) showed this burger is actually about the same for your health as standard beef, and possibly worse if you have sodium restrictions. CNet ran a story and the NY Times published a column on how special-interest groups controlled studies on both sides.

The bottom line was that unless you‘re on a strict diet, the Impossible Burger is full of so much sodium and man-made chemicals that it’s not particularly healthier than real beef. Both publications concluded it’s more about your ethics and personal diet.

 

[HauntedPirate]

So, what do you suppose their pricing strategy will be. Charge more for the Impossible Burger, or hike up the price for the real thing!?

Yes.

 

[DisneyDebRob]

More options is always a good thing. Whether we like it or not it’s almost always good. I’ve had one, wasn’t bad. Probably won’t buy one at Disney but if others want it, it’s all good.

 

[Maccabee18]

They had the impossible burger on Disney Cruise when I was on the ship a few weeks ago. It was decent, a little over cooked and dry, but I’m glad there is a different option. I prefer it over the beyond burger.

 

[NelleBelle]

Growing up never having eaten meat, glad there are more options for me and my children, who are also being raised vegetarian. And for those who prefer the real thing... good news!! Meat will still be the the majority of food offerings available at Disney parks!!