Le Pain Quotidien UAE Awarded Greener Food Bronze Recognition
Le Pain Quotidien (LPQ), operated in the UAE by Alshaya Group, has been awarded five Greener Food Bronze Certificates across all of its branches. This recognition celebrates restaurants that embed environmentally responsible practices into their daily operations while offering menus that support conscious, plant‑forward dining.
Greener Food’s Role in Shaping Change
Greener Food is dedicated to supporting restaurants and hospitality brands in embedding sustainability into their daily operations. The Bronze Award acknowledges businesses that reduce waste, promote plant‑based options, and foster community engagement. By certifying LPQ, Greener Food affirms the brand’s commitment to aligning food service with environmental responsibility.
Sustainability at Le Pain Quotidien
Le Pain Quotidien’s sustainability journey includes initiatives such as digital ordering to reduce paper waste, bakery discounts to minimize food waste, and packaging designed to be recyclable and plastic‑free. Creative reuse programs ensure that materials are given a second life, with baskets repurposed for displays, jars used as sugar containers, cracked bowls transformed into plant pots, and bottles reused as flower vases.
Guests are encouraged to adopt sustainable habits through reusable bag and bottle programs, which reward eco‑conscious choices with free coffee and lifetime discounts. The menu itself reflects LPQ’s values, with a strong emphasis on plant‑based and organic ingredients that are traceable and good for the planet.
Leadership Perspective
Toni Lou Pineda, Operations Manager and Brand Leader for LPQ Middle East, emphasized the importance of this recognition:
“Globally, LPQ has offered vegan options for over 35 years, and the brand remains committed to conscious dining choices. This Bronze Certification reflects a dedication to sustainability, and I am proud of the positive impact we continue to make.”