Plant-Based

Daiya Prepares to Launch Next Generation of Plant-Based Cheese Through Major Investment in Fermentation Technology

March 7, 2023 Daiya

Daiya, the company that kickstarted the plant-based cheese category in North America 15 years ago, has announced a multi-million-dollar investment in fermentation technology that will enable it to create a plant-based cheese that is tastier, meltier, and stretchier than any other on the market. The investment will see Daiya lead the marketplace with a traditional fermented plant-based cheese across its portfolio, revolutionizing consumers’ perception and experience of the category. …

Kagome Introduces Variety of Plant-Based Butter Alternatives

February 24, 2023 Kagome

With more and more consumers transitioning to plant-based products and plant-based lifestyles, Kagome USA’s innovative line of plant-based butter alternatives offers restaurant owners and chefs the ability to drive consumer interest and bring in new customers. Made with a blend of sunflower oil, coconut oil, and cocoa butter, Kagome’s Plant-Based Butter Alternatives feature both sweet blends—such as Cinnamon & Brown Sugar and Hot Honey—and savory blends—such as Chipotle & Sun-Dried Tomato and Miso Ginger—to diversify and enhance both spectrums of the menu. …

New School Foods Unveils Scalable Muscle Fiber and Scaffolding Technology for Whole-cut Meat Alternatives

February 3, 2023 New School Foods

Plant-based seafood producer New School Foods publicly announced its proprietary, scalable technologies for the plant-based meat industry, capable of producing whole-cut fish alternatives that look and cook just like ordinary seafood. The company also announced $12 million USD in seed funding from global investors. …

Plant-based Beverages and Foods Have Become a Kitchen Staple in Many Homes, and an Entrée and Ingredient Option at Foodservice Outlets

February 3, 2023 The NPD Group 

The recent buzz about plant-based foods at retail and foodservice has many questioning if interest in plant-based foods is a fad or a long-term trend. Plant-based is a small but expanding category, and as more innovations and products become available and accessible, consumer interest broadens. According to The NPD Group*, about 25 million consumers eat plant-based beverages and foods occasionally or regularly, consuming these foods as part of a meal or as an ingredient. About one in five consumers say that they want more plant-based foods in their diet. …

Allegiance Premieres Green Way Markets on DeKalb Avenue in Brooklyn

February 3, 2023 Allegiance Retail Services

Allegiance Retail Services announces the opening of Green Way Markets on DeKalb Avenue in Brooklyn, NY. The supermarket officially opened its doors this January bringing new premium grocery products coupled with competitive pricing to the area. …