Black-Bean Burger and Veggie Hot Dog Help Gillette Stadium Deliciously Sack Cholesterol and Cruelty
For Immediate Release:
October 16, 2012
Contact:
Kaitlynn Kelly 202-483-7382
Foxborough, Mass. -- What happens when rough-and-tumble football meets healthy and humane vegetarian food? Just ask Pro Bowl running back Arian Foster, who recently went vegan and has helped lead the Texans to the top of the AFC South. And you can find the answer when you visit the concession stands at any New England Patriots home game, which is why PETA has named Gillette Stadium number two in its survey of the top five vegetarian-friendly NFL stadiums in the country.
"Pats fans have more mouthwatering vegetarian options than Tom Brady has offensive weapons," says New England native, lifelong Pats fan, and PETA Associate Director Chris Holbein. "Gillette Stadium moved up from number four on PETA's list of vegetarian-friendly stadiums, thanks to its black-bean burger, grilled portobello mushroom burger, and grilled veggie flatbread wrap. Meanwhile, fans continue to devour the stadium's standby favorites—veggie dogs and veggie burgers."
The meat-free options at Gillette Stadium are nearly as satisfying as a sack of the opposing quarterback on third and long. Fans in general seating can choose from veggie dogs and burgers, black-bean burritos, grilled veggie wraps, and fresh-fruit plates. Fans in the premium areas can also enjoy a field-greens salad with herbed tofu, cranberries, and nuts.
Taking first place for the third straight year is Lincoln Financial Field, home of the Philadelphia Eagles. Its specialties include mock-steak sandwiches and faux-chicken sandwiches, seitan brisket, spicy falafel, hummus and pita chips, and grilled vegetable hoagies. Rounding out the top five are the Oakland Raiders' O.co Coliseum (third place), the Atlanta Falcons' Georgia Dome (fourth place), and the Detroit Lions' Ford Field (fifth place). Receiving honorable mention are the Kansas City Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium, the St. Louis Rams' Edward Jones Dome, the San Francisco 49ers' Candlestick Park, and MetLife Stadium, home of the New York Jets and the New York Giants.
For more information, please visit PETA's blog.