Actress Drew Barrymore showcased egg alternatives on a recent episode of 'The Drew Barrymore Show.' With a background in vegetarianism and a focus on plant-based foods for health reasons, Barrymore tasted recipes made with chickpea flour, whipped aquafaba, bananas, avocados, and applesauce as egg substitutes. She expressed interest in finding egg alternatives due to the high prices of eggs caused by the US bird flu epidemic.

The growing demand for egg alternatives in the US has prompted brands like Just Egg to increase production and drop prices to make vegan options more accessible. The CEO of Eat Just reported a significant growth in sales of Just Egg in January, with many customers returning for more purchases. Initiatives like the "Bird Flu Bailout" in New York are encouraging consumers to switch to plant-based alternatives to traditional eggs to avoid shortages and high prices.