Tamar Haspel, a food writer for The Washington Post and oyster farmer, discusses the rising trend of meatless alternatives like the Impossible Burger and the new meatless Whopper from Burger King. She explores the manufacturing processes of brands like Beyond Meat, comparing them with lab-grown options. The conversation delves into health implications, environmental benefits, and consumer responses. Haspel also shares humorous anecdotes about personal burger preferences, weaving together culinary insights with sustainability and ethical considerations.