Many people think vegan cheese tastes like melted plastic or bland blocks. Fortunately, this artisan selection is about to completely change your next charcuterie board. At The Vreamery, we pride ourselves on sourcing the most authentic, plant-based cheeses on the planet. Today, we are shining a spotlight on a brand that has truly mastered the art of the traditional dairy-free culture. Rind is the absolute crown jewel of our cheese case.
Meet the Artisans Behind Rind
Dina DiCenso and Joshua Katcher founded this passionate project in 2017. These two innovative creators are serial vegan entrepreneurs with an incredible eye for sophistication. Dina brings a strong background in science and finance to the company. She helped fill a massive void in the market for high-end, aged vegan wheels.
Joshua also treats plant-based cheese like a true luxury item. He focuses deeply on creating a beautiful visual and sensory experience for food lovers. Together, they have successfully replicated the authentic textures of traditional European cheesemaking.
Our Top Gourmet Cheese Picks
We carefully curate the very best of their lineup for our online store. Here are the three new essentials for your kitchen:
- The Classic Camembert-Style: This is the ultimate gateway cheese. It features an earthy, mushroomy profile with a velvety white bloom that softens beautifully at room temperature.
- The Aged Swiss: This technical masterpiece skips the traditional holes but delivers massive flavor. It offers a firm texture alongside an unmistakable, nutty Alpine finish.
- The Cultured Spreads: These jars deliver pure luxury. Thick, tangy, and versatile, they make the perfect upgrade for a morning bagel or a gourmet sandwich spread.
How to Build the Ultimate Board
To do these stunning cheeses justice, you need a balanced spread of textures and flavors. We highly recommend pairing your selections with a mix of sweet, crunchy, and acidic elements.
First, add fresh figs or a dollop of apricot preserves to highlight the nuttiness of the Swiss. Next, scatter some Marcona almonds and artisan sourdough crisps across your board for a satisfying crunch. Finally, add cornichons or pickled red onions to perfectly balance the rich, buttery fat content of the cashew cream base.
Are you ready to elevate your dairy-free hosting game? You can find the entire collection in our online shop today. We ship the largest selection of artisan vegan cheeses nationwide, ensuring your haul arrives fresh, cold, and ready to plate!
Meet the Makers: Dina & Joshua
Rind isn’t just a company; it’s a passion project founded in 2017 by Dina DiCenso and Joshua Katcher. These two aren’t just cheesemakers; they are “vegan serial entrepreneurs” with a flair for the sophisticated.
- Dina DiCenso: A PhD in Economics and a Nurse Practitioner, Dina brought her background in science and finance to the table after realizing there was a void in the market for high-end, aged vegan wheels.
- Joshua Katcher: You might know him as the founder of the luxury vegan fashion brand Brave GentleMan. Joshua treats cheese like a luxury item, obsessively focusing on the visual and sensory experience.
Our Top Rind Picks
We’ve curated the best of their lineup for our Artisan Vegan Cheese Shop. Here are the new essentials:
- The Classic Camembert-Style: This is the “gateway” cheese. It’s earthy and mushroomy with a velvety white bloom that softens beautifully at room temperature. It’s frequently cited by VegNews as a top-tier pick for luxury vegan entertaining.
- The Aged Swiss: While it skips the traditional “holes,” it doesn’t skip the flavor. This is a technical masterpiece with a firm, smooth texture and that unmistakable nutty, slightly sweet Alpine finish.
- The Cultured Spreads: These are luxury in a jar. Thick, tangy, and incredibly versatile, they are the ultimate upgrade for a bagel or a creamy addition to a gourmet sandwich.
How to Build the Ultimate Rind Board
To do these cheeses justice, you need a balanced spread. We recommend pairing your Rind selections with:
- Sweet: Fresh figs or a dollop of apricot preserves to highlight the Swiss’s nuttiness.
- Crunchy: Marcona almonds and artisan sourdough crisps.
- Acidic: Cornichons or pickled red onions to balance the rich, buttery fat content of the cashew cream.
Ready to elevate your dairy-free game? You can find Rind in our online shop where we ship the largest selection of artisan vegan cheeses nationwide, and ensure your haul arrives fresh and ready to plate.
