From the Grocery Aisle
These days it seems like everyone is dipping their toe in the vegan pond, am I right?
Everyday another friend journeys off into what seems uncharted and inedible territory… But what if there was already a whole world out there producing delicious and incredible vegan creations? A world that was whole and satisfying, and dare we say accessible through the grocery aisle? Oh wait… there already is! And we’re sharing it with all of you.
In our newest blog series “From The Grocery Aisle” we highlight products on the market that we love and live by! While we love to cook up our own vegan specialties, this is our guide to navigating some of the amazing products that are already out there.
First up: we’re talking CHEESE please.
Kite Hill Artisinal Delicacies
Kite Hill makes some of the best vegan nut cheeses available in stores. Their Soft Fresh Original and Soft Fresh with truffle, dill, and chive are crumbly in salads, perfectly spreadable on crackers, and have a depth of flavor that pairs perfectly with a glass of wine. The Soft Ripened is aged with truffle and silky like brie, and the ricotta is perfect for pasta fillings. Find it all at a Whole Foods near you.
Violife makes all sorts of sliced cheese perfect for pastas, pizzas and more. Their Prosociano is the perfect solution to top off your favorite pasta dishes. You’ll have to convince your dinner guests that this parmesan is dairy free… The flavor, texture, and even the appearance is so similar to the real thing that your tummy will be thanking you.
Teese Cheese Vegan Cheese Alternative
Teese Cheese comes in four different flavors: mozzarella, cheddar, nacho cheese sauce, and cheddar cheese sauce. We love how teese cheese melts and stretches like the real thing, making it ideal for pizzas, quesadillas, and nachos.
Miyoko’s Creamery Products
Miyoko’s Kitchen produces a variety of soft and creamy artisanal nut cheeses perfect for any wine and cheese party! Their cashew based cheeses come in a variety of flavors, including chive, sun dried tomato, truffle and fig leaf, to name a few. Look no further than your local whole foods for Miyoko’s specialty craft cheeses, and check out their website to learn more about their expanding distribution.
Chao vegan cheese slices are coconut based and seasoned with fermented tofu, giving them an authentic cheezy flavor. Put them in sandwiches or melt them for quick and delicious pizzas! Chao slices come in original, cayenne, and herb with a hint of oregano and cracked black pepper.
*Up for a challenge? try some of our homemade cheeses using almonds + cashews!
