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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Emine Sinmaz

Wimbledon serves plant-based Victoria sponge – and banana skin muffins

Victoria sponge decorated with strawberries and edible flowers photographed with a view of No.1 Court at The Championships 2024. Held at The All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon. Day 4 Thursday 04/07/2024. Credit: AELTC/Andrew Parsons.
Victoria sponge is a classic British cake and Wimbledon says its plant-based version tastes just as good. Photograph: AELTC/Andrew Parsons

Victoria sponge bursting with strawberry jam and cream has been a staple at Wimbledon for decades – but now the All England Club has created a plant-based version for the first time.

The famous British cake has been transformed with Flora spread and coconut cream as part of a wider move to make the tournament more environmentally sustainable. The cake is being served to hospitality guests paying up to £2,000 a ticket.

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