In 1987, when Amy’s Kitchen was first launched, companies that specialized in vegetarian food were almost non-existent. It was a time when the whole idea of any kind of plant-based eating becoming an integral contributor to a viable solution to off-setting serious environmental issues wasn’t even thought of yet.
The Story Behind Amy’s Food
From the very start, when Andy and Rachel Berliner came up with the basic idea for Amy’s Kitchen, they didn’t actually have a lot of traditional business experience. What they did have was a really deep sense of personal values when it came to people and the planet. And, they were, in fact, vegetarians themselves based on how much they cared about all animals.
What’s in a Name?
Many people wonder where the name came from and it was actually born of a dream when they couldn’t come up with a good name for their new venture. Grandma had a dream that revealed that the company should be named after the newest member of the family, Rachel and Andy’s newborn daughter, Amy. So, Amy’s Kitchen was born.
Amy’s Kitchen Food Choices
Amy’s Kitchen offers food items for a number of special diets, from corn, dairy, gluten, soy, or tree-nut free to vegan, plant-based, light or reduced sodium, and even a choice between Kosher D or Kosher DE. And, the categories of Amy’s food choices are seemingly endless, from burritos & wraps to chili, grain bowls, pizza, pot pies, snacks, and candy. You can also find entrees from around the world, like Asian, Indian, Mediterranean, Mexican, and of course, everybody’s all-time favorite, pasta.
Why is Amy’s a Favorite With Vegan Shoppers Nationwide?
One reason is that avid foodies who are looking for convenient, delectable, meat-free options to the lackluster pre-made offerings at most local supermarkets think of Amy’s Kitchen products as “manna from heaven”. Another reason is that the company is well-known for its admirable focus on renewable energy. The two make a great combination for both health-minded vegans and environmentally-conscious individuals.