30 Best Vegan Gifts for Plant-Based Loved Ones
From vegan wine to tofu presses, we found the best vegan gifts for everyone on your list.
With the holidays approaching, it’s time to think about gifts for everyone on your list — and this year, that might include a newly vegan child or a best friend who’s been plant-based for years. Whether you yourself live a plant-based lifestyle or are shopping for someone who’s new to being vegan, we’ve rounded up the best vegan gifts for the plant-based loved ones in your life. We’ve included a variety of food-themed items, from practical to whimsical, including cookbooks on vegan food, vegan wine and delicious vegan holiday cookies you can ship.
Edgar Castrejón went vegan as a college student when he realized that following a plant-based diet made him feel better, but he worried he would no longer fit in back at the table with his family. As a proud first-generation Mexican American growing up in Oakland, CA, Edgar had spent countless hours with his mom, aunts, and grandmother in the kitchen, where family recipes were passed down through “las manos mágicas (the magic hands).” So Edgar began creating healthier, meatless variations on the dishes he grew up cooking and eating, and now you can try them cooking from his book.
Caribbean food is often known for its tasty meat and fish dishes. However, there's more to Caribbean food than jerk chicken. It also features a wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables like plantain, yams, jackfruit, guava, and plenty more, making it perfect for vegan recipes. Brothers Shaun and Craig McAnuff published this vegan cookbook to celebrate Caribbean plant-based cooking traditions.
The days of pressing tofu under a tower of precariously balanced tins and wasting reams of kitchen roll are over. Tofuture created a unique and stylish Tofu Press that removes the water from tofu simply and effectively. The gradual nature of the pressing will give your tofu the perfect texture and consistency for it to absorb marinades or flavors of the dish you are preparing.
Cherly’s Cookies now has a line of vegan cookies that make for the best gifts- from vegan chocolate chip, vegan sugar cookies, and more. Send the best vegan & dairy-free cookies delivered right to their front door.
Avaline Wine, founded by Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power, opts for animal-free fining, so you can drink easy knowing no egg whites, fish bladders, or casein are used in the making of their wine. They offer an extensive variety of whites and reds, and also have canned options! Gift The Intro Set to your favorite plant-based wine lover.
Handcrafted in the UK and made with genuine natural flavors and no mono or polypropylene glycol, this marshmallow brand has a vegan gift pack that is to die for — featuring vanilla, raspberry and caramel flavors.
Michael Pan started his company after reconnecting with his family in Malaysia. Many of his family members are vegetarian Buddhists, and while spending time with them, Pan ate a variety of delicious mushroom dishes. When he was back in the States, he got to work developing a vegan mushroom jerky product based on his family recipe. Pan’s Mushroom Jerky is available on Amazon and offers flavors like Zesty Thai and Applewood BBQ.
Named for the Lower East Side barrio of downtown NYC, one of the hearts of Puerto Rican cuisine, this company offers vegan sofrito and spice blends made with quality spices like oregano, cumin, coriander, achiote, and more. Gift the Flavor Trio Combo and the new Plantain Set of kitchenware and wait to be invited for dinner.
Ashley Rouse has been a chef for more than 15 years and founded this Brooklyn-based company in 2008. Her vegan jams are fruit-forward and can be used in craft cocktails, BBQ sauces, glazes, and more. Once your giftee is hooked, they can become a jam member on Trade Street Jam Co. to get auto-shipments, discounts, recipes, and first access to new products.
This Mexican American food company is a family effort in many ways. Veronica Garza is cofounder and president, while her brother, Miguel, is cofounder and CEO. Siete Foods offers vegan refried beans, hot sauces, dairy-free queso, enchilada sauce, and more. If you have a vegan loved one who’s own family is growing, the Bundle of Joy pack complete with cookies, a children’s blanket, book and stuffed avocado is the perfect thing to find under the tree.
Founded by a NYC-native with Dominican roots, Pisqueya is a celebration of the rich culinary traditions in the Caribbean. The founder Maritza left her corporate job to lean into the family business, which her parents had already started as a Dominican restaurant. These vegan hot sauces are a way to preserve family recipes, while experimenting with fresh ingredients directly sourced from farms in the Dominican Republic.
Created by a group of friends who grew up in Mexico and upon moving to the United States, missed their Mexican home cooking. The result is ready-to-eat plant-based foods that honor Mexico’s rich culinary traditions. Somos offers a variety of salsas, tortilla chips and impressive veg options like cauliflower tinga and Mexican peacadillo. Opt for a burrito bowl kit for the college student that could use some support in the kitchen.
Mumgry is a nut butter line that is handcrafted and prides itself on ethical ingredient sourcing. Founder Lilian Umurungi-Jung sells flavors like classic peanut butter chocolate peanut butter, and you can gift them all from Walmart. All products are vegan and Umurungi-Jung created the line because she didn’t come across many snack options that seemed high-quality to her when she was pregnant.
Dang Foods was born when two Thai-American brothers wanted to enjoy snacks inspired by the flavors they grew up eating. Named after their mom, Dang Foods offers a variety of vegan snacks, including bars and coconut chips. Some of their ingredients come directly from family farms in Thailand that the farmers operate with a focus on ethical business practices.
Ibraheem Basir grew up eating a blend of Creole, Caribbean, and Latin American flavors. As he got older, he wanted to create a convenient food that honored the cooking he grew up enjoying. He launched A Dozen Cousins, which offers a variety of flavored beans ready in less than a minute. The variety pack includes Cuban Black Beans, Mexican Cowboy Pinto Beans, Trini Chickpea Curry, Refried Pinto Beans, Refried Black Beans, and Creole Red Beans, all of which are vegan!
Founded by husband-and-wife duo Arran and Ratana Stephens, Nature’s Path offers 100-plus vegan products, from cereals, granolas, pateries and more. Their daughter, Jyoti, leads sustainability efforts within the company around issues like ethical sourcing, energy efficiency, and waste reduction, and their son, Arjan, leads the expansion of the company’s products. With so many products (and flavors), there's a lot to sample, which makes this perfect for the vegan-curious or new vegan in your life.
Margaret Barrow had been eating granola for over 30 years before deciding she would create her own. The college professor started sharing her creations with her family, along with students and faculty. Her vegan granola was a huge hit, and with her students' feedback, she decided to launch her very own granola company.
Sol Cacao is an artisan chocolate manufacturer based in the South Bronx and founded by three brothers. They offer three “bean to bar” chocolate treats made with just two ingredients: cacao beans and raw cane sugar. The company focuses on sustainable organic farming practices, environmental preservation, and ethical sourcing to create their products.
Founded by two sisters, Vanessa and Kim Pham, Omsom brings “proud, loud Asian flavors to your fingertips.” They offer a vegan Omsom starter pack — which are basically kitchen shortcuts — for your favorite dishes. Their starter packs combine all the sauces, aromatics, and seasonings you need, and they also provide recipes so you can customize with your own protein and vegetables.
Cutino Sauce was founded by Jacob Cutino looking for a recipe to match his step-father’s delicious habanero sauce. Once he found his own popular recipe, he started selling sauces in farmers markets and small shops. His reputation spread, and the company has expanded to include new varieties and products, like their habanero, chipotle, and jalapeño sauces, all of which are vegan.
Made in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan, China, Fly by Jing was created by Jenny Gao to share with us the flavors she grew up eating. The Sichuan Chili Crisp sauce is aromatic, savory, and has spices, mushrooms, and fermented soybean. All Fly by Jing sauces, spice mixes and pantry items are vegan.
New York City-based Levain bakery is known for its giant chocolate chip cookies, and now vegan and gluten-free folks can get in on the deliciousness. For the first time ever, Levain is launching their signature cookie in a double-whammy gluten-free/vegan variety. While the brand isn't divulging the full ingredient list, they do mention the cookie is made with cashew butter, and almond- and coconut-based ingredients. Plus, the boxes are available for nationwide shipping!
Founded by chef and cookbook author Chitra Agrawal, Brooklyn Delhi makes sauces and condiments inspired by Indian culinary traditions, with ingredients Agrawal finds around Brooklyn. Gift the Hot & Spicy Trio Gift Box to a friend who doesn't mind a tang, or opt for the Spicy & Sweet for calmer flavors.
Diaspora Co. was founded in 2017 to create an equitable vision of the spice trade that pays farmers fair wages and highlights indigenous spice varieties made in India. Founded by Sana Javeri Kadri, Diaspora Co. works with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research to provide ongoing support to farmers practicing regenerative and sustainable agriculture. They offer a range of spices including pepper, turmeric, cardamom, and more!
Founded by Essie Bartels, Essie Spice offers spices and sauces inspired by Bartels’s West African roots and travels. She combines different flavors to make vegan products like her Mekko Dry Rub, which offers a blend of Asian and West African spices.
Chanel Murphy is the founder of this gourmet seasoning and artisan sea salt line. She offers a wide range of salts including black truffle sea salt and Hawaiian black lava sea salt, and sells salt-free spice blends. Her Luxury Flake & Fleur de Sel Sea Salt Gift Set makes for the ultimate gift.
Z&Z is a family-owned company that started as a farmers market stand selling Middle Eastern street food. They work with Palestinian farmers to make za’atar with wild thyme sourced from the mountains of Jenin, Palestine. Aside from offering za’atar and sumac found in this gift box, they also have za’atar vegan manoushe, which is a ready-to-eat flatbread.
Trinity Mouzon Wofford founded Golde with her partner, Issey Kobori, in 2017, with the mission of bringing good vibes to the wellness industry. This Brooklyn-based brand makes face masks, matcha and latte kits, and latte spice blends. Their latte sampler comes with all three superfood latte blends: Original Turmeric, Matcha Turmeric and Cacao Turmeric.
Made by women, Pineapple Collaborative offers a stunning pantry set that features olive oil, apple cider vinegar and salt. Their ingredients are responsibly sourced from woman farmers and make for a great addition to any dish.
