New York based vegan snack brand HIPPEAS recently launched a new line called Flavor Blast! Chickpea Puffs, which debuted in Vegan White Cheddar Explosion and Blazin' Hot flavors. Founded by Livio Bisterzo in 2016, HIPPEAS carved out a niche for itself with its offering of high-protein, low-calorie puffs, appealing to health-conscious consumers and those following vegan diets, with the products widely available internationally. According to Statista, the global market for healthy snacks reach 152.3 billion US dollars by 2030. In its earlier years the company famously attracted investment from Leonardo DiCaprio amongst other investors such as ethical VC The Craftory. DiCaprio's involvement, in particular, garnered significant media attention, boosting the brand's profile and aligning it with environmental and health-conscious values. Chickpeas for soil health HIPPEAS flavor blast

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Sweets & Snacks

HIPPEAS Debuts Vegan White Cheddar Explosion and Blazin’ Hot Chickpea Puffs

New York-based vegan snack brand HIPPEAS recently launched a new line called Flavor Blast! Chickpea Puffs, which debuted in Vegan White Cheddar Explosion and Blazin’ Hot flavors. Founded by Livio Bisterzo in 2016, HIPPEAS carved out a niche for itself with its offering of high-protein, low-calorie puffs, appealing to health-conscious consumers and those following vegan diets, with the products widely available internationally. According to Statista, the global market for healthy snacks reach 152.3 billion US dollars by 2030. In its earlier years, the company famously attracted investment from Leonardo DiCaprio amongst other investors such as ethical VC The Craftory. DiCaprio’s involvement, in particular, garnered significant media attention, boosting the brand’s profile and aligning it with environmental and health-conscious values. Chickpeas for soil health HIPPEAS states …

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Smoky bacon flavour chickpea puffs

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HIPPEAS and THIS Launch Smoky Bacon Flavour Chickpea Puffs

UK brand HIPPEAS has announced a collaboration with alt-meat producer THIS to launch limited-edition smoky bacon flavour chickpea puffs. The snacks are inspired by the meaty flavour of THIS’ plant-based bacon and lardons, which have both won Great Taste awards. They are fully plant-based and free of gluten, palm oil, and MSG. The chickpea puffs are also a good source of protein and fibre, and are compliant with the HFSS (high in fat, sugar, and salt) regulations which will come into force in the UK in October. As a result, their marketing will not be restricted, unlike many snacks deemed to be less healthy. Award-winning snacks The new limited-edition flavour is the sixth in Hippeas’ award-winning range, which also includes Salt & Vinegar Vibes, Sweet …

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Revealed: The Top 7 Most Most Googled Vegan Brands in the World

A new study has revealed the most Googled vegan brands globally, with Beyond Meat at the top of the list at more than five million searches a year. Vegconomist gives you the full rundown of the top seven most Googled plant-based brands, according to analysis from Maxima Kitchen Equipment. Beyond Meat Alt meat giant Beyond Meat has more than triple the average yearly searches for all seven vegan brands on the list, receiving more than 422,000 searches a month. That is more than twice as many searches as its nearest competitor. The publicly listed Californian company recently filed 109 trademark applications, including for Beyond Eggs and Beyond Milk, signaling ambitious expansion plans for the future. Oatly Alt dairy giant Oatly comes in second, with almost …

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