Metro Chef Veggie Bio Barista Collection Introduced

The closest solution partner of the food and beverage industry for 35 years Metro Turkey, developed to meet the expectations of professionals and consumers who prefer plant-based nutrition. Subway Chef Veggie Bio Drink Series's Barista Collection was introduced to coffee professionals at a special event. As part of World Vegan Day, Gastronometro'At the event, baristas got to try out the oat, soy, and almond-based beverage series' special barista options. The event's special guest, Kimma Coffee Roasters Co-Founder and SCA Authorized Coffee Trainer Aslı Yaman, conducted an enjoyable workshop on new trends in the coffee industry, unique beverage concepts, and menu innovations.

Stating that they focus on inclusivity in every aspect of their business and respect all dietary patterns of consumers in this context, Metro Türkiye Corporate Communications Manager Pınar Özistanbullu Demir said, "By closely monitoring our customers' habits, we shape and develop our product range based on their needs and demands. For many years, we've also been creating solutions for those who prefer a plant-based diet. Our goal is to demonstrate that there's food and beverages for everyone on the table, and to say, "Everything is Available for Everyone on Our Table!" With this understanding, we offer 50 different products under our own brands.'We offer our customers nearly 100,000 vegan products. The newest of these products is the Metro Chef Veggie Bio Beverage Series, which we developed as an alternative to milk. This distinctive product line, which is 100% vegan, lactose-free, and EU Organic certified, offers ideal foam, consistency, and performance in coffee recipes with its Classic Oatmeal and Soy options, as well as Barista Oatmeal, Barista Soy, and Barista Almond varieties. This series, which caters to those seeking a plant-based alternative to milk—a staple in smoothies and desserts, in addition to a wide range of coffee flavors from lattes to cappuccinos—supports not only flavor but also a healthy lifestyle. We are delighted to support the coffee industry with the variety and high-quality performance we offer and to lead this transformation alongside baristas.

Aslı Yaman, Founding Partner of Kimma Coffee Roasters and SCA Authorized Coffee Trainer "The market share of plant-based beverages has increased steadily, especially with the plant-based revolution after the 2000s. Looking at the past five years, we see that the global market has grown by 11,5%. Turkey'In 2026, 1 out of every 5 coffee drinks'The plan is to prepare beverages with plant-based alternatives. In this regard, pairing coffee with reliable, ethical, and clean plant-based beverage options plays a significant role in fostering new consumption habits. We've observed that the barista versions of the new Metro Chef Veggie Bio beverages achieve a perfect balance with coffee. I believe the Metro Chef Veggie Bio Beverage Series will stand out in the industry with its structure that meets professional barista expectations in terms of heat stability, crema formation, and foam durability.

The natural oil and protein ratio in its formulation maintains a velvety texture in espresso-based beverages while supporting flavor harmony without overpowering the aromatic profile. This ensures a milky consistency, a homogeneous texture, and a consistently creamy consistency in both hot and cold beverages. Furthermore, its high microfoam stability allows for the preservation of fine lines and detailed patterns in latte art applications. Therefore, I can say that plant-based beverages, as a good alternative, could become a technical priority not only for coffee consumers but also for baristas.

At the event, participants also saw Metro'Experience the drinks prepared with Rioba's own brand's coffee bean varieties and matcha and experience the Metro Chef Veggie Bio Plant-Based Barista Beverage Series.'He had the opportunity to observe firsthand the professional performance of.