VEGGIE BITS
Tangy, Dippable Vegan Cheese
Grab some hard pretzels and a tub of Miyoko's Roadhouse Cheese Spreads. The
innovative minds at Miyoko's have done it again with these flavorful and robust soft
vegan cheeses. Available in Biergarten Garlic Chive, Cheers to Cheddah, and Spicy
Revolution, their smooth cashew-based dips are creamy and spreadable with sharp,
deep flavor. Perfect for parties, picnics, or even watching a game at home with some
beer and chips. Testers also liked them as a sandwich spread instead of hummus.
Gluten-free, non-GMO, and organic. Available at major retailers. www.miyokos.com
Rissa Miller, Senior Editor
Pop a Refreshing Wine Can
The trend of canned, low-alcohol wine has taken off, and for vegans, Better Wine has
four tasty options: Dry Rosé Cider, Nitro Rosé Spritzer, Red Wine
Spritzer, and White Wine Spritzer. Made in small batches in Maryland, these canned
wines have no added sugar, no additives, and only 90 calories per can. They're handy
for picnics, parties, and BBQs, with light flavors. Testers found the White Wine
Spritzer fun and fizzy, with the dryness of white, while still imparting a fruity
undertone. The Red Wine Spritzer was a group favorite, and has notes of plum and
black currant with an elegant ruby color — pairs well with heartier food. Both
Rosé cans were popular, with hints of cranberry and tart cherry, ideal for
slow sipping on a warm evening, and they paired well with salty snacks. All are
gluten-free and unfiltered (vegan with no isinglass), and have no artificial
anything. Available in liquor stores and shipping possible to 40 states. www.better.wine
Rissa Miller, Senior Editor
Viva los Burritos Veganos!
If you find yourself in need of a quick bite at the office or a meal you can take in
the car, Daiya has it wrapped up! Their easy-to-heat burritos pack a punch and
fulfilled my hunger. For breakfast, try Homestyle or Fiesta varieties. Savory
burritos include Santa Fe, Santiago, Tex-Mex, and Tuscan. The Sante Fe burrito has a
mix of saucy and spicy ingredients, including peppers, potatoes, rice, and meatless
crumbles, making it one hot enchilada! Tex Mex includes beans, rice, and a variety
of spices that combine for a complex, bold taste loaded with different textures. I
found the burritos had a mouth-watering aroma that made me eager to eat them before
they cooled. For a little extra pop, try topping with your favorite vegan salsa. All
varieties are gluten- and soy-free. Available at major retailers. www.daiyafoods.com
Autumn Hengen, VRG Intern
Crunchy Cruciferous Love
Savory and habit-forming, these vegan snappy, cheesy crackers by From the Ground Up
may become your new obsession. Yes, they're really made from cauliflower and come in
cheddar, nacho, and sea salt flavors. You can also get them shaped like stars
(adorable floating in tomato soup) in cheddar and pizza flavors. If you're missing
those square cheesy snacks from your youth — you know, the ones that rhyme with
bits — this is what you've been looking for! Also available in pretzel shapes.
Please note, this is not a low-sodium food. Gluten-free and non-GMO. Available at
major retailers and online. www.fromthegroundupsnacks.com
Rissa Miller, Senior Editor
