the French still love meat so much

For Ahmed Habassi, a former cook, having a barbecue is a must in good weather. “Each season has its convivial moment, and it’s true that it’s more meat than vegetables”confides the latter.

This family of Strasbourg (Bas-Rhin) eats meat at least once a day, and tries to reduce its consumption. “From time to time, we make completely vegan meals, that’s good too, (…) there are other ways to get protein than meat. Afterwards, a good barbecue with good meat is always the classic and that’s what pleases everyone.”believes Céline Kreyenbihler.

About 85 kg per year per person

In a top-of-the-range Parisian butcher’s shop, prime rib is sold as an exceptional product. The artisan butcher, Adrien Quennepoix, works directly with the breeders. “We are convinced that we should eat less meat. So if we eat less, each time it must be exceptional”he explains.

The French still love meat so much. For 10 years, consumption has stagnated, around 85 kg per year and per person, twice as much as the world average. Reducing meat consumption is nevertheless a challenge for health, and for the climate. At this rate, France will struggle to reach its goal of carbon neutrality in 2050.