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At The Very Good Butchers, we butcher beans to craft delicious plant-based meats. We're on a mission to show that making good choices doesn't mean sacrificing flavour. We want to make plant-based eating as approachable, nutritious, and delicious as possible by creating food that's Very Good for people, animals, and the planet.
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James
James has been a Chef for over 10 years, working in the UK and Canada. Originally trained in classic French cuisine, he became interested in vegetarian and vegan cooking when he moved to the West Coast in 2012. James handles all of the product and menu development for The Very Good Butchers as well as the day to day kitchen operations.
Tania
Tania began cooking and baking in professional kitchens 5 years ago. Having grown up in a mainly vegan household, she has always been inspired by plant-based foods and holistic nutrition.
James and Tania met working together in ..read more
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It’s game day season. The best season to put your feet up, crack a beer, and dig into some grub. We have all the ingredients and recipes for hearty plant-based nachos, pizza, and sliders, everything you need to keep cheering, no matter who pulls ahead.
As always we did things the Butchers way, so we took the liberty of switching up a few of the classics. For instance Taquito Nachos and Pepperoni Pizza Dip!
Everything you need for your game day eats below.
Taco Stuff'er 7 Layer Dip
Among the best party appetizers are 7 layer dips. Stripes of refried beans, guacamole,
Taco Stuff’er, a ..read more
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Our Big Box Of (Plant-Based) Meat has all you need for a month of plant-based recipes. Explore the plant-based world with dips, twists on all time favourites or try brand new quick & easy recipes that will be sure to please everyone at the table, young to old.
We have pulled together 12 exclusive recipes for the Big Box to help answer the question "How should I prepare my Very Good meat?" Have a recipe that you would like to us to create? Drop a comment below.
Recipes for the following products:
Taco Stuff'er
Ribz
Pepperoni
Smokin' Bangers
Very British Bangers
Smokin ..read more
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We've asked our Very Good fans what recipes were there favourites and these were the front runners. Get messy with the butchers version of a pulled "pork" sandwich, veg out on a "meat" filled omelette, warm up with one-pot minestrone, switch it up with some asian inspired meatballs and indulge on a classic-style lasagna.
Let the good times roll with these top 5 classic Very Good recipes, see the recipes below.
The Very Good BBQ Pulled Jack Sandwich
One of our all-time favourite things to do with jackfruit is turn it into a messy, saucy, tangy sandwich that will have ..read more
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It’s the most plant-based time of the year! We know there will be a lot of folks who are curious about the plant-based diet and we want you to know… We think that’s pretty freakin’ awesome!
So, whether you’re plant-based year-round or just giving it a try (perhaps for Veganuary?), we want to support your taste buds by rounding up some easy and delicious recipes that you can (literally) sink your teeth into.
Simple Swaps
All the staples you never thought you could “make plant-based”, made plant-based.
Almost Instant Cheese Sauce
You can pour this over steamed broc ..read more
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These plant-based recipes are the perfect side dishes for a holiday dinner. Plant-based Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin, Dill Almond Green Beans and Maple Roasted Herbed Carrots are colorful in looks and flavour. The cheesy gratin is complemented by our very own creamy Very Good Cheese while the green beans provide a fresh crunch, and the carrots the perfect touch of sweetness.
Use what you love or have on hand just be sure to have enough to fill your baking dishes.
Looking for a recipe for the centre of the tables? Check out the recipe for Stuffed Beast with Roasted Wil ..read more
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1y ago
As seen in our Burger of the Month series, here’s a couple of burger beauties that can easily be made at home. First, the perfect alchemy of two food classics in a pizza burger. Then take it up a notch and try the jackfruit stacked burger too.
When The Moon Hits Your Eye Like A Big Pizza Pie Burger
An American classic smashed up with the Italian favourite for a tantalizing experience on your tastebuds. As you chew the flavours meld together for an elevated experience. Marinara, pepperoni, and cheese set the stage for The Very Good Burger. Although it was love at first sight, the dripping sauc ..read more
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Whether you’re dipping your toes into vegan meals or committing to a fully vegan diet, there are plenty of benefits to plant-based meals.
A diet centered around fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and whole grains gives you tons of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants – all good things that your body craves. And plenty of professional athletes have made the switch for exactly that reason. Simply put, vegan meals are packed with essential, health-conscious nutrients.
Thinking about switching to a vegan diet? If you’re curious about what a vegan meal might look like (or wondering how difficult ..read more
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Switching to a plant-based diet can feel overwhelming at first – after all, most of us were raised in households where beef, pork, and chicken were staples of nearly every meal. This is especially true for the first meal of the day: breakfast.
While it may be hard to imagine breakfast without the traditional staples like eggs, bacon, or sausages, it’s far from impossible. There are plenty of filling, healthy, and delicious plant-based ways to start your day – as with so many delectable dishes, all it takes is a little creativity in the kitchen!
What is a Plant-Based Breakfast?
Simply put ..read more
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Why are some of the world’s best athletes telling their teammates and competitors to try a vegan diet for a week? Because we launched The Very Good Athlete Challenge to smash the stereotype that plant-based diets cannot support active lifestyles. These high-performance athletes prove that if this can work for them, it can work for anyone.
Who’s on our bean team? Participants include:
Hannah Teter, Olympic gold and silver medalist in snowboarding, three-time Olympian, seven-time XGames medalist, World Cup champion
Meagan Duhamel, Olympic gold, silver, and bronze medalist in ..read more