London (TAN): Veganism is a thing right now. And the United States-based hospitality company Hilton Hotels is making sure the trend finds its place in the sun.
The company has introduced what it claims to be the world’s first vegan suite at its Hilton London Bankside property in the United Kingdom.
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Hilton has partnered with United Kingdom-based multi-sensory design experts Bompas & Parr to offer its guests a completely plant-based experience, with everything from the carpets and keycards to pillow options and toiletries.
The Vegan Society, based in Birmingham, has given its nod to the initiative.
Pineapple is the new inspiration
Taking pineapple as its inspiration, the hotel has used Piñatex, a vegan-friendly leather made from the fruit’s cellulose fibers, to design the suite.
Piñatex features in the suite’s headboard, as it does in its desk chairs and poufs. Piñatex cushions complete the plush feel of the suite.
Vegan décor and toiletries
When it comes to the floor, Hilton has chosen a solid stone-grey style made with 100% renewable and sustainable Moso Bamboo, and responsibly sourced organic cotton carpets in muted tones.
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Pillows are made from plant-based, including anti-bacterial, non-allergenic and environmentally sourced material.
Stationery including notepads, pens and pencils are all vegan-friendly with no animal traces in the paper or ink.
Guests can find vegan shampoo and conditioner in the bathroom. Other essentials including shower cap, vanity and nail kit are made with recycled packaging.
Plant-based food options
Meat-free breakfast with options such as fruit juices, muesli, grilled portobello mushroom, avocado and scrambled Quorn and quinoa has been introduced in the in-room menu. Guests can ask for cucumber salad, cauliflower steak and five-bean dal for lunch and dinner.
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The minibar stocks locally-sourced, vegan protein powder, energy balls, and fruit and nut snacks.
Vegan-friendly cleaning products
The hotel uses nature inspired, non-toxic and non-animal-tested cleaning products. Linen is washed with eco-friendly detergent.
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