For years, Panera Bread has been a favorite among family and friends to meet, to eat and to share memories. However, Panera Bread severely lacks options for vegan customers.

For reference, veganism a way of living which seeks to exclude, as far as is possible and practicable, all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose. For vegans, this includes not consuming dairy based cream cheeses.

Why should Panera Bread care about the vegan population? Because veganism is rapidly growing in the United States and around the world. According to a recent report, Top Trends in Prepared Foods in 2017, six percent of Americans identify as vegan, an increase of 500% since 2014. Because of the continual increase in demand for vegan options, we are confident that Panera Bread will eventually offer more vegan menu options. We believe that starting now with the addition of a vegan cream cheese spread to the menu is a simple, and easy step in the right direction for your corporation, and our world. Because who doesn't love Panera Bread bagels?