The Vegan Dairy is an Australian family business making handmade, plant-based alternatives to favourite dairy foods. Founded from a love of cheese, it began as a hobby and grew into a full-time venture, with products sold online and through stockists across Australia. The brand’s range includes vegan cheeses, cultured butter and rich crèmes, made with traditional techniques and an emphasis on flavour.

Products include Persian feta, chèvre, soft cheeses, smoked cheese, cultured butter and Dutch chocolate crème. The business describes its ingredients as natural, vegan, dairy-free, lactose-free and additive-free, with organic ingredients used where possible. It also aims to source locally or from responsible suppliers and is working towards using more hemp in its products.

Sustainability is part of its approach, with recyclable retail packaging, waste-conscious production, on-site composting and reusable jars among its initiatives. Recognised by the Nourish Awards for Best Vegan Cheese and by the LUXlife International Awards as Best Dairy Alternative Produce Brand, The Vegan Dairy offers online shopping, wholesale enquiries, recipes and a store finder to help customers enjoy its dairy-free range