Founded in 2011 in a Hudson Valley kitchen, Treeline Cheese makes artisanal vegan cheeses, sour cream, and dips from cultured cashews and probiotics. The company still makes its products in its own dedicated 100% dairy-free facility, using traditional culturing techniques and simple ingredients rather than outsourcing production. Founder Michael Schwarz’s commitment to veganism, animal rights, and independent ownership remains central to the brand.
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RIND by Dina & JoshuaFounded in Brooklyn in 2017 by Dina DiCenso and Joshua Katcher, RIND makes soft-ripened, French-style vegan cheeses using plant-based ingredients, cultures, and old-world cheesemaking methods. The company is home to North America’s first authentic vegan cheese cave and was the first vegan cheese featured in Whole Foods Market’s fine cheese case. RIND’s award-winning cheeses are made by a vegan-owned and operated team and include cave-aged wheels alongside spreads and vegetable-based slices.BROOKLYN, NY
Imposter FoodImposter Food is a Troy, NY food maker whose roots are proudly vegan and whose mission is to make plant-based eating inviting to everyone. In its dedicated 100% plant-based facility, the company creates dairy-free, soy-free foods for vegans, people with lactose intolerance, and anyone curious about a gooey cheese alternative.TROY, NY
Love ThyFounded by Amy Ares, Love Thy makes vegan, gluten-free cheesecakes in individual pots using cashews for an ultra-creamy filling instead of traditional or vegan cream cheese. The Cincinnati-based clean-label brand uses certified organic ingredients and manufactures its desserts at a certified gluten-free and peanut-free facility, with flavors such as vanilla, chocolate, and lemon.DAYTON, OH
Pleese FoodsPleese Foods is a family business founded by New Yorkers Kobi and Abev Regev after they went plant-based in 2014 and missed the character of a proper New York pizza. The company makes vegan cheese for people avoiding dairy or common allergens, with a focus on giving children and adults a more familiar pizza experience.