Let’s be real: finding a vegan cream cheese, or a plant-based butter, that actually behaves like the real thing is a bit of a quest. We’ve all tried the ones that are too waxy, too oily, or, dare we say it, a little too “rubbery.”
At The Vreamery, we are obsessed with curation. We don’t just stock any plant-based cheese; we hunt for the artisans who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with plants. That’s exactly why we fell head-over-heels for Monty’s.
If you’re looking for a clean-label, chef-driven spread that makes you forget dairy ever existed, pull up a chair. Here is why Monty’s has earned a permanent spot in our display cases.
Meet the Maker: From High Fashion to High Fermentation
Monty’s isn’t just another brand on a shelf; it is the brainchild of Lauren Montgomery (affectionately known as “Monty”). Lauren’s journey to becoming a plant-based pioneer is as unique as her recipes.
Before she was perfecting cashew cultures, Lauren was navigating the fast-paced world of high fashion, working for iconic houses like Balenciaga and Barneys New York. However, a personal quest for wellness and a deep curiosity about the link between diet and mental health led her to trade the runway for the kitchen.
She trained as a chef at the Natural Gourmet Institute and spent time working at the world-renowned Blue Hill at Stone Barns. This culinary pedigree is evident in every jar. Lauren’s philosophy is simple: “Don’t tell people what to eat, show them how good you feel.” By focusing on simplicity and the ancient art of fermentation, she has created a line of “dairy essentials” that prioritize healing and flavor in equal measure.
More Than Just Cream Cheese: The Butter Revolution
While we first fell in love with their cream cheese, Monty’s Plant-Based Butter is a total game-changer. Most vegan butters are a cocktail of inflammatory seed oils and “natural flavors,” but Lauren took a different path.
Monty’s butter is crafted from just four primary ingredients: organic coconut oil, almond oil, organic cashews, and sea salt. * The “Cloud” Factor: Their Cultured Cloud Butter is specifically developed for baking, offering a subtle tang that mimics high-end European butter.
- The Performance: Because it’s made from whole-food fats, it actually melts and browns. Whether you’re folding it into a flaky pie crust or letting it pool on a warm baguette, it delivers that rich, decadent mouthfeel we all crave.
Why It Fits The Vreamery Mission
At The Vreamery, we believe food has the power to transform lives. We champion makers like Lauren because they refuse to compromise.
- Real Ingredients: No mystery fillers or gums.
- The Power of Fermentation: Using live cultures to create flavor depth and support gut health.
- Sustainable Packaging: Monty’s uses “light as air” paper cups to reduce plastic waste—keeping the planet as clean as their ingredients.
