Amy’s Kitchen is synonymous with delicious vegan food for many. This company started after Andy and Rachel Berliner made a pot pie fresh from their kitchen when Andy was unsuccessful in finding organic vegetarian food in their Petaluma, CA, hometown.
Andy and Rachel named their business in honor of their daughter Amy. Despite the initial plans to only offer pot pies, encouraging customer feedback convinced the couple that there was a market for them to create more vegetarian meals.
This company is committed to doing what is best for customers, employees, farmers supplying ingredients, and the planet. Because the company existed before the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Berliners provided necessary guidance to the government about the criteria to use.
Amy’s Kitchen uses non-GMO ingredients and supports labeling initiatives that allow consumers to know what has gone into their food. Cans used for soup and other food products are also BPA-free for healthier products.
The company’s commitment to safeguarding physical health extends to employees who are hesitant to take time off work. Health centers with physicians bilingual in English and Spanish allow employees and families to get the treatment they need.
Amy’s has initially invested in family-owned farms using organic practices. Most of the produce comes from California farms, but the company has harvested basmati rice from India.
One of the things that sets this brand apart is methods involving cooking by hand. Pizza features hand-stretched crust with hand-placed toppings and cheese.
Dishes with burritos and enchiladas feature hand-rolled tortillas as well. Each tofu batch is made from scratch by masters who know the proper firmness to use.
Sauces for each dish are created from scratch, with the vegetables and spices having sufficient time to simmer for the best taste. Many of these sauces start with a roux that offers an excellent base.
Over 2,000 Amy’s Kitchen employees keep the company thriving, with 75 supervisors and managers working from hourly jobs. This company is a B Corp, showing a dedication to sustainability.