16 | LUXlife Magazine Best Vegan Cheese Manufacturers 2023 - Caribbean Oshen’sEssentialsisasmallAntiguanveganfoodmanufacturingbusiness,onethatparticularlyspecialisesintheproductionof healthyandtastyveganalternativestotraditionallyunhealthyfoods.Thecompany’sprimaryfocusistomanufacturefoodsthat arerichinflavourandofferexcellentnutritionalvalue,bolsteredbyaproductlineconsistingofthreekeyelements,FluDefense, SneakyTreats,andperhapsmostnotably,itsextensiverangeofvegancheeses.Theseappealingalternativestocheeseserve to satisfy the hankering yet provide healthy and cholesterol-free options that don’t sacrifice on taste. We speak with Ishawna Long, who tells us more about the company’s products and commitment to veganism. Oshen’s Essentials offer a wide range of cheese alternatives that are completely free of dairy, soy, and gluten. Made from either a cashew or coconut base, these items are available in cheddar, mozzarella, spicy cheddar, garlic and herb, and parmesan styles, with this extensive selection appeasing cravings and being great for cooking or as a healthy snack. At present, the premier offering from this line-up is the business’ vegan cheddar style spread, which stems from a coconut milk base and is packed with a bold flavour. The spread also features some hidden extras, such as chickpeas, split peas, carrots, and red peppers, providing that extra boost. This up-and-coming company is built upon the firm belief that all people are designed to thrive physically, and that diet plays a great role in this process. Oshen’s Essentials’ innate desire to play a noble role in helping others attain a healthy lifestyle spurs on their commitment to produce food items that are not only vegan, but also healthier alternatives. The management of Oshen’s Essentials strongly believes that customers deserve the utmost dignity and respect, and to this end, the team ensures that quality is inherent across all of its offerings, with every product being produced with ingredients of a high calibre throughout the year. The company boasts the tagline: “Eat this instead!”, springing from its awareness of the extremely desirable nature of the non-vegan options. Instead of these, all are invited to devour its healthier, yet pleasing, alternatives. A customer-focused approach is inherent across the production process, and as a result of this, staff are sought out who possess excellent attention to detail, and the company celebrates meticulous adherence to upholding the correct procedures. A small company with family at the centre, Oshen’s Essentials was established back in 2019, after the family behind the business became vegans and were tired of the challenges of eating good quality foods that catered to their requirements and were healthy. Setting Oshen’s Essentials apart is an unbridled commitment to ethics, as unlike other food companies that will do whatever is necessary to extend shelf life and have a focus that lies almost exclusively on profits, the team here avoid the use of chemical additives where possible, and although this reduces shelf life, it ultimately results in a better, healthier product. For Ishawna, “it is exciting to see more and more persons gravitating towards a plantbased diet and more options available to them.” While all products are essentially plant-based, both vegans and non-vegans alike buy and enjoy Oshen’s Essentials’ products, with many of the latter group having diet restrictions or seeking healthier alternatives to improve their physical wellbeing. Increasing evidence points towards the array of benefits present in the following of a plant-based diet, and these products showcase this perfectly with their healthy and tasty nature. Looking ahead to the future, there a few challenges the business will have to overcome, chief among them being the increase in cost of plant-based alternatives, which tend to be higher than non-vegan options. Nevertheless, the future looks bright for Oshen’s Essentials, which is soon to be unveiling charcuterie boards comprised of a choice selection of cheeses and new speciality vegan sausage, which will serve as a perfect addition to parties, and represents the business’ wholehearted dedication to continually innovate and provide quality, satisfying products. Along with its vegan cheese, the company’s Flu Defense brand is also stellar, loaded with ingredients that naturally boost the immune system. Moreover, its Sneaky Treats offerings include vegan ice cream and popsicles, boasting low or no sugar options, and serving to cement the company as one of the premier vegan food suppliers in the region. Ultimately, it is easy to see why Oshen’s Essentials has won this award, as its range of products are tasty, high in quality, and promote a better lifestyle for all. Contact Details Contact: Ishawna Long Company: Oshen’s Essentials Web Address: www.oshensessentials.com
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