Solar Foods and KelpEat

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KelpEat Introduces Crackers Featuring Solein Fermented Protein and Eu-Farmed Seaweed

Italian algae startup KelpEat has announced the launch of a new high-protein snack made with Solein®, a microbial protein developed by Finnish food tech company Solar Foods. The crackers, which also incorporate EU-farmed seaweed, will be presented at the Pitti Taste food fair in Florence from February 8–10. Solein is a protein produced through a fermentation process using air and electricity, making it independent of agriculture, climate conditions, and land use. When combined with dried kelp, the resulting crackers contain over 35% protein, a full amino acid profile, and key nutrients such as vitamins B12 and B9, calcium, magnesium, and antioxidants. According to Luca Cerruti, CEO of KelpEat, “Using Solein enables us to create a truly disruptive innovation—one that delivers complete nutrition, environmental responsibility, and …

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new beyond meat steak

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Beyond Meat Introduces Pre-Seasoned Beyond Steak in Chimichurri and Korean BBQ

Beyond Meat has announced an expansion of its Beyond Steak product line with two new pre-seasoned varieties: Beyond Steak Chimichurri and Beyond Steak Korean BBQ-Style. The new offerings are now available in the freezer aisle at Sprouts Farmers Market stores across the United States. According to Beyond Meat, the expanded line aims to provide consumers with a convenient, plant-based alternative to traditional steak. The pre-seasoned steak tips are designed to replicate the texture and flavor of seared steak while meeting specific nutritional criteria. Each serving contains 20 grams of plant-based protein, 1 gram of saturated fat, and no cholesterol. The products have received certifications from the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check program and the American Diabetes Association’s Better Choices for Life program. “The original Beyond Steak …

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MYOM oat milk

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MYOM Gains First Retail Listing at Whole Foods UK, Enabling Consumers to Make Their Own Oat Milk

MYOM, a company offering a premix that turns into oat milk when water is added, has gained its first retail listing at Whole Foods Market stores across London. MYOM Original Oat premix will be available in two sizes — 65g (makes 500ml of oat milk) and 130g (makes 1L). Tastings of the oat milk will be held at Whole Foods’ Kensington High Street store from January 29 to February 2. Sold in recyclable pouches, MYOM is shelf-stable until water is added. The premix reduces the packaging waste and transport emissions associated with conventional plant-based milks, which are mostly water; it could also help to address food waste among consumers and food service outlets that only require small quantities of oat milk. The Whole Foods launch …

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Jaouda claims to have developed the first milk alternatives made in Morocco

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Jaouda Launches the “First” 100% Moroccan Milk Alternative Brand

Agri-food company Jaouda has launched what is claimed to be the first milk alternative brand made in Morocco. Called Nabatlé, the plant-based milk is available in three varieties — oat, almond, and coconut. All the products are calcium-fortified and free of gluten, lactose, added sugars, and preservatives. Jaouda says the milk alternatives demonstrate its commitment to the environment and showcase Morocco’s ability to create high-quality and competitive products using local knowledge. The launch will be supported by a campaign promoting the benefits of plant-based milk. It aims to show Moroccans, many of whom may not be familiar with milk alternatives, that the products are not just a trend but a real alternative to dairy. “More than a plant-based milk” Plant-based milk is a nascent market …

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Montezuma's vegan truffles

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Montezuma’s Launches New Vegan Truffles in Time for Valentine’s Day

British luxury chocolate brand Montezuma’s has launched a new vegan truffle selection called Viva Las Vegan ahead of Valentine’s Day. The truffles are sold in a box of nine containing three flavours — Hazy Days (Hazelnut), Sweet Escape (Caramel), and Berry Delicious (Strawberry). They come in fully recyclable packaging and are priced at £10. The chocolates are aimed at vegans, flexitarians, and anyone who is trying to cut down on dairy. They are free of gluten, colourings, genetically modified ingredients, and palm oil. “Deliciously moreish” Montezuma’s offers both dairy and plant-based chocolates, with over half its range suitable for vegans. Products include Dark Peanut Butter Truffle Bites, Dark Chocolate Giant Buttons, and Black Forest (a dark chocolate bar with cherry). According to research, the vegan …

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GoodMills Innovation plant-based protein blend

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GoodMills Innovation Launches Plant-Based Protein Blend for Baked Goods

GoodMills Innovation has launched GoWell® Tasty Protein, a new plant-based protein blend for use in baked goods. Made from fava beans, yellow peas, sunflower seeds, and wheat, the blend has a protein content of 60% and is said to have a subtle flavor with no off-notes. The ingredient can be easily incorporated into existing recipes without the need for major adjustments, and reportedly does not compromise the taste or sensory qualities of the end products. The blend has been designed for use in light baked goods such as burger buns, sandwich rolls, and soft breads, but is also suitable for fine baked goods like bagels, baguettes, pretzels, and pancakes. If used in the right quantities and recipes, the ingredient allows manufacturers to make claims such …

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Else Nutrition adult nutritional shakes

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Else Nutrition Enters Adult Food Market With New Plant-Based Nutritional Shakes

Else Nutrition, a company best known for its plant-based infant nutrition products, has entered the adult food market with the launch of new ready-to-drink nutritional shakes. Claimed to be the first whole-food and plant-powered complete nutrition drink for adults, the products are made with ingredients such as almond butter, sunflower protein flour, and buckwheat flour. Each serving provides 280 calories, 14 grams of high-quality plant protein, and 26 essential vitamins and minerals tailored to meet adults’ health needs. Additionally, the drinks are Clean Label Project Certified and reportedly contain 50% less sugar than leading competitors. With the new shakes, Else Nutrition is working to meet the growing demand for sustainable, plant-based, and dairy-free products. The drinks are designed to provide an easy-to-digest alternative to traditional …

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Edenesque pistachio

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Edenesque Barista Blend Pistachio Milk Hits Whole Foods Shelves and Online Markets

Edenesque, a plant-based milk company founded by Leslie Woodward, has announced the launch of its Barista Blend Pistachio Milk. The new product is now available in Whole Foods Market locations across New York State and Connecticut, as well as through the company’s website for nationwide shipping. The Barista Blend Pistachio Milk is designed for coffee and tea applications, featuring a creamy and frothy texture attributed to its high concentration of pistachios and cashews. The product is sweetened with coconut nectar and joins Edenesque’s existing lineup, which includes Unsweetened Oat Milk and Barista Blend Oat Milk. In addition to expanding its product range, Edenesque has broadened its distribution channels. The company’s products are now available at select retailers and all 27 Joe Coffee locations, alongside its …

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Meati breakfast patties

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Meati Foods’ Mycelium Breakfast Patties Land at Sprouts Farmers Market

Colorado-based Meati Foods has launched its first breakfast product: Meati Breakfast Patties, now available in Original and Maple flavors. Made of 98% mycelium, the patties are exclusively available in the freezer sections of 280 Sprouts Farmers Market locations across the United States. The Breakfast Patties are designed to deliver a nutrient-dense alternative to conventional breakfast meats. Each patty provides eight grams of protein, four grams of fiber, and no saturated fat or cholesterol. They also offer a complete protein profile with all nine essential amino acids, along with naturally occurring nutrients like potassium, folate, and choline. “We wanted to create something with the same big aroma that fills your kitchen, and the same taste and texture of the breakfast patty you grew up with – …

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Waitrose expands PlantLiving range

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Waitrose Adds New Products to PlantLiving Range, Reports Surge in Searches for Vegan Ready Meals

Upmarket British supermarket chain Waitrose has expanded its plant-based PlantLiving range with nine new and improved products, including Aubergine, Mushroom & Edamame Pillows with Soy & Ginger and Vietnamese Style Vegetable Pancakes with a Lime and Chilli Dip. The products’ packaging has also been updated, after research conducted by Waitrose reportedly found that 46% of consumers are trying to eat, or interested in eating, 30 different plants per week. 87% agreed that indicating the number of plant varieties in a product on the label would help them achieve this goal, so Waitrose has set out to make this change. “With customers looking to incorporate more plants into their diet, we have added the new ‘plant varieties’ logo to the packaging of 14 of our PlantLiving …

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Minus Coffee

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Minus Coffee Launches Beanless Instant Oat Milk Latte Made With Upcycled Ingredients

US company Minus Coffee has announced the launch of a new beanless coffee alternative, Minus Instant Vanilla Oat Milk Latte. The latte uses upcycled plant-based ingredients such as date seeds and grape seeds to replicate the taste of coffee with a lower impact on the environment. It contains just half the amount of caffeine found in a regular cup of coffee, along with L-theanine to aid alertness and six grams of plant-based protein. An oat milk base provides creaminess without the need for dairy. The coffee alternative is said to provide a gentler energy boost without cortisol spikes or energy crashes. It has been designed by female scientists with the intention of benefiting women’s wellness and cortisol balance. The product is also claimed to generate …

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JULIENNE BRUNO mozzarella pearl-style vegan cheese

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JULIENNE BRUNO Launches “World’s First” Commercial Mozzarella Pearl-Style Cheese Alternative at Whole Foods UK

Artisan vegan cheese brand JULIENNE BRUNO has announced the launch of a new product inspired by mozzarella pearls at Whole Foods Market UK. Called Mozzafiore Pearls, the cheese alternative is created using traditional cheese-making techniques, using soy instead of dairy. The fermentation process is said to provide the plant-based cheese with a soft and springy texture and a creamy and subtly salty flavour. The Mozzafiore Pearls are free of nuts, gluten, and artificial flavourings. The product is the first launch of JULIENNE BRUNO’s Collection 02, with more additions set to arrive later in the year. It is also the brand’s first hard cheese, and is claimed to be the world’s first commercial mozzarella pearl-style dairy-free product. According to the company, the name Mozzafiore Pearls has …

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One Planet Pizza’s “Category First” Plant-Based Tex Mex Launches at Asda

UK brand One Planet Pizza has announced that its plant-based Tex Mex, claimed to be a frozen category first, is launching at Asda stores across the country. The pizza features a wood-fired sourdough base with tomato sauce and plant-based cheese made from white beans. It is topped with marinated vegetables, sweetcorn, and jalapeños. The launch comes after One Planet Pizza showed strong performance at Asda, reportedly seeing 41% year-on-year volume growth. The brand’s Spicy Peppernomi pizza became permanently available at the retailer in 2023, following a successful trial as part of Asda’s incubator program for new brands. “Outrageously tasty” One Planet Pizza now hopes to become Asda’s top vegan pizza brand. The company has also seen success at other retailers; the Tex Mex launched at …

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Cauldron Foods claims to have developed the quickest cooking tofu ever

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Cauldron Foods Launches “Quickest Cooking Tofu Ever”

UK plant-based company Cauldron Foods has announced the launch of what it claims is the “quickest cooking tofu ever”. The tofu pieces can be prepared within five minutes and do not require pressing. The product aims to provide a convenient option that makes it simpler to eat sustainably, including for consumers with minimal cooking expertise. According to Cauldron Foods, the tofu pieces are ideal in curries and stir-fries, or served with flatbreads and salads. “Convenient and delicious” Last year, Cauldron Foods announced a full rebrand with colourful new packaging. The company also launched a range of new products, including an extra firm tofu block and two vegetable bakes designed as centre-plate options. “Shoppers are busier than ever, looking for convenient and delicious meals that don’t …

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Squeaky Bean Launches Two “Market First” Products for Veganuary

UK plant-based brand Squeaky Bean has started the new year with the launch of two products claimed to be market firsts. The first product, ready-to-eat tofu slices, marks Squeaky Bean’s debut in the tofu category. Available in two flavours, Red Pepper & Tomato and Spinach & Basil, the product aims to address a major barrier in the category — low consumer awareness of how to prepare tofu. Since the slices are already flavoured and ready to eat, they could help bring tofu to a wider audience. They are said to be ideal for use in sandwiches, salads, and wraps. The second new product is the Super Grain & Vegetable Burger, which is Squeaky Bean’s first burger and is claimed to be the category’s first to …

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Galaxy dairy free hazelnut praline bar

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Galaxy Launches Dairy Free Hazelnut Praline Chocolate Bar

Galaxy has expanded its vegan chocolate range with the launch of a new product, the Dairy Free Hazelnut Praline bar, in the UK. The news was shared on Instagram by Vegan Food UK, after a member spotted the bars on the shelves at Sainsbury’s. They are reportedly priced at £3. According to Plant Based News, the product consists of a soft praline filling coated in chocolate made from hazelnut paste. It is gluten-free as well as vegan-friendly. Meeting plant-based demand Galaxy, which is owned by Mars Wrigley, launched its first vegan range in 2019, becoming the first major confectionery company to offer a dairy-free alternative to milk chocolate. Three flavours were initially available. The range has evolved over the years, and four varieties are currently …

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Moving Mountains

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Moving Mountains Launches Plant-Based Superfoods Range

British plant-based food company Moving Mountains has launched a new superfoods product range to meet evolving consumer preferences for nutrient-dense, plant-based options. The new offerings, designed to complement the brand’s traditional meat-alternative products, will be available from January through Brakes, a leading UK wholesale food supplier. The superfoods range includes five products: burgers, sausages, crispy dippers, crispy burgers, and falafel. Each product is crafted to be high in protein, fiber, and free from soy and gluten. The range features superfood ingredients such as chia seeds, quinoa, chickpeas, green peas, and mushrooms. Moving Mountains claims that these products are not only nutrient-rich but also low in saturated fats and sugar. The company’s marketing manager, Eleanor Faragher-Siddall, noted that the superfoods range reflects a strategic shift for …

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Aldi UK No Chicken Smash Burgers

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Aldi UK Launches Largest Ever Veganuary Range, Including No Chicken Smash Burgers & Plant Based Egg

Aldi UK has announced the launch of its largest ever plant-based range for Veganuary 2025, with prices starting at £1.49. New options include the Plant Menu Kimchi Kofta, said to contribute to gut health, and the Plant Menu Tempura Frickles. Consisting of deep-fried pickles in batter, this snack is becoming popular on restaurant menus and has gone viral on social media. Aldi’s version features a tempura batter and is paired with dill mayo. The retailer is also set to launch Plant Menu Tempura Vegetables. Another new product likely to prove popular is the Plant Menu Plant Based Egg, a liquid whole egg replacer that can be used for scrambling, baking, or making omelettes. The egg alternative can be cooked in just minutes in an oven, …

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THIS Isnt Chicken Kyiv

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THIS to Launch Hyper-Realistic Plant-Based Chicken Kyiv & Wings for Veganuary

UK plant-based meat brand THIS is set to celebrate Veganuary with the launch of two new hyper-realistic meat alternatives — THIS™ Isn’t Chicken Kyiv and THIS™ Isn’t Chicken Wings. The plant-based Kyiv is made from soy and fava protein, stuffed with plant-based wild garlic butter and coated in sourdough breadcrumbs. The product is sold chilled and will launch at Sainsbury’s on January 1. The plant-based chicken wings are said to be high in protein and fibre and lower in saturated fat than conventional chicken wings. They have a seaweed-based crispy skin and are claimed to offer an “unparalleled sensory experience”. The wings can be deep-fried, air-fried, or marinated and baked. They will launch in the freezer aisle at Morrisons from January 13. “Pushing the boundaries” …

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Beyond Meat Beyond Smash burger

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Beyond Meat Brings Beyond Smash Burger to Tesco Stores UK-Wide

As Veganuary approaches, Beyond Meat is set to launch its Beyond Smash burger at Tesco stores across the UK. The product has the same taste and texture as the original Beyond Burger, but with a slimmer patty that crisps up when cooked. Containing 16g of protein per 100g serving, the burger is said to be suitable for stacking in a bun or crumbling onto salad. Beyond Smash previously launched at Ocado and is kosher, halal, and vegan-certified. “We’re delighted to introduce Beyond Smash to Tesco customers as part of Tesco’s commitment to identify and increase tasty plant-based options both in-store and online,” said Molly Hannah, Assistant Buyer – Frozen Plant Based & Vegetarian at Tesco. “With its unbeatable taste and texture, the Beyond Smash is …

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