The 2nd Plant-Based Foods Summit, organized by the Plant Based Foods Industry Association (PBFIA) in collaboration with various Indian ministries and international organizations, is scheduled for May 25, 2023, at Hotel Le Meridien in New Delhi. The summit will feature high-profile attendees from governmental, industrial, and academic sectors, including representatives from APEDA, the U.S. Soybean Export Council, Proveg International, and the Indian Chamber of Commerce.
Exhibitors from a variety of companies and startups will display a broad range of plant-based foods, while a conference will feature immersive sessions with key speakers discussing the future of the plant-based foods industry. An exciting addition to the summit is the ‘Pitch Perfect’ Investors Show, where companies can pitch their brands to potential investors in the plant-based foods sector. Moreover, the event will include live cooking demonstrations by renowned chefs and an awards ceremony recognizing outstanding contributions in the plant-based industry. Along with that, guests of Honour Smt. Maneka Gandhi and Dr. Amar Patnaik, both Members of Parliament, emphasized the importance of profit and government support for the industry.
On May 25, 2023, at the 2nd Plant-Based Foods Summit in Meridian, New Delhi, Vezlay Foods Private Limited, a well-known business in the plant-based food sector, celebrated a significant accomplishment. The Managing Director of Vezlay Foods, Mr. Amit Bajaj, received the renowned “Plant-based Food Entrepreneur” award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the industry. The summit aims to foster growth and innovation in India’s plant-based foods industry, provide networking opportunities, and create new partnerships, making it a potential game-changer for this burgeoning sector. The award, presented by Maneka Gandhi, Member of Parliament, recognizes Vezlay’s commitment to excellence and innovation.
About Vezlay Foods Private Limited
Vezlay Foods, a leading soy product supplier in India, received a great recognistion and award from Plant Based Foods Industry Association (PBFIA). Known for producing a range of plant-based foods with a meat-like texture, Vezlay offers options suitable for vegans, vegetarians, and flexitarians. Their diverse products include meat-free alternatives like Soya Seekh Kabab, Soya Shawarma, Plant-Based Sausage, Shami Kabab and others.
Vezlay Foods Pvt Ltd is known for its range of vegetarian and vegan food products, including various meat substitutes like soy meat. These products are particularly aimed at those looking to decrease their meat consumption for health, environmental, or ethical reasons. Winning an award at a prestigious event like PBFIA suggests that Vezlay has been successful in developing products that are not only sustainable and healthy but also appealing in terms of taste and texture.
These products cater to the growing demand for plant-based foods, which is being driven by health concerns such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Vezlay’s foods are rich in protein and dietary fiber, low in cholesterol, and a good source of calcium, making them attractive for consumers looking for healthier options.
Founder Amit Bajaj emphasizes that Vezlay’s mission is to produce delicious, nutritious, plant-based foods that have a minimal environmental impact. The company’s success at the PBFIA 2023 event demonstrates the increasing acceptance of plant-based alternatives and their potential to contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future.
This achievement would also indicate an increasing acceptance and popularity of plant-based protein sources like soy meat in India, a country that has a long tradition of vegetarian cuisine. It is an encouraging sign for the future of sustainable food production, potentially influencing other companies in the industry to invest in similar product lines.
