Cheese Lovers Day: 5 Vegan Cheeses for Any Occasion

Cheese Lovers Day: 5 Vegan Cheeses for Any Occasion
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Whether you’re an animal lover or lactose intolerant, cheese has always been a barrier to dietary bliss. In theory, you know it would be healthier to eliminate it from your life completely, but it’s just so darn good. Plus, eliminating it often results in unsympathetic looks and snarky comments from omnivorous friends at every cocktail party.

Recognizing cheese’s power over food lovers, many chefs and pro-vegetarian food companies have gone where nobody has before to introduce a non-dairy cheese that solves this  conundrum—satisfaction without remorse. While a number have succeeded with rich, meltable shreds and sauces—Daiya Cheese, Teese Cheese, and GO Veggie!—gourmet vegan cheeses have been a tougher nut to crack.