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Expo West 2026 Vegan Trends: What I Noticed
March 12, 2026
Natural Products Expo West 2026 has come and gone, and
@mymenchies has a vegan almond milk mint chocolate chip flavor! Yes, I’m aware what it looks like. 💩 Tasted great though! 😂
1 day ago
It’s pi(e) day! 🥧
No secret I’m a bit pie obsessed, so here are some of my best vegan pie recipes. Yes, I’m taking some liberties by including whoopie pies but work with me here. 😂
Comment RECIPE and I’ll send them all your way! 👇🏼
If you’re new here, I’m Kreg, aka Big Box Vegan. I’ve been vegan since 1996 and I’ve spent the last nine years on Instagram tracking down new plant-based/vegan products, covering industry news, and sharing recipes that actually fit into real life. Welcome and let me know if you have any questions!
2 days ago
We made it to Friday! Make an easy sweet treat and try my better boxed vegan brownies recipe. These are made with @reeses peanut butter @oreo cookies which are now permanently on store shelves! Did you also know Oreo’s part company stopped animal testing and that their peanut butter chips are now dairy-free?🎉
Comment RECIPE and I’ll send it right over! 🥜🍫
2 days ago
The mainstream coverage of @natprodexpo focused on beef tallow and bone broth. Here’s what was actually happening on the plant-based side. Swipe through and comment LINK for my full trends blog post.👇🏼
3 days ago
@aldiusa this week! 🥕
First time I’ve seen a dark chocolate vegan friendly Easter bunny there! The @jollyrancher gummies were also a surprise find!
Check out everything else with the ingredients shots at the end. 🛒
4 days ago
New @sprouts finds!🌱
Lots of sweet treats including new gummies, chocolates and ice cream as well as the debut of @stroopclub waffles! 🧇
Check out their app or @instacart for availability near you. 🛒
5 days ago
Is Erewhon the most expensive grocery store in America? 🛒💸
I stopped into their location near LAX and while the prices can definitely be eye-opening, the shelves are packed with some really interesting vegan brands. From premium ice cream to imported chocolate and small-batch snacks, it almost feels like a curated showcase of high-end vegan products.
I grabbed a falafel wrap for the flight home ($17!) and got a coconut soft serve.
I wrote a full blog post breaking down the prices and the experience.
Comment LINK and I’ll send it to you.
I’m curious, would you (or do you) shop here?🤔
6 days ago
Spotted @wholefoods California in El Segundo.
NEW @mycraftycounter Wundereggs chorizo and eggs protein scramble!
Also spotted the vegan @yumearth chocolate bunny filled with jelly beans, local @rockenwagnerbakery vegan brioche bread and buns, @bigmountainfoods tofus, @kitehillfoods protein cream cheese, @eatjust power jacks pancake mix, the new 365 soy strips, @matzoproject brownie mix and @millsie_foods cheeses!
Check your WFM app to see if they’re near you. 🛒
1 week ago
That’s a wrap on @natprodexpo ExpoWest in Anaheim for 2026! 🎬
Here are some of my personal favorites I tried during the three days walking the floors of each hall (and there are many!).
@naturescharm ube condensed milk was delicious. Not sure what I’d use it for yet but I’m sure I’ll find something!
@myforestfoods pulled pork was incredible and a Nexty award winner at the show! 🎉 Super smoky and flavorful. I think this makes two years in a row they’ve won so maybe next year for a three-peat?
@snackbacktonature white chedda cheezy crackers were great and something I know a lot of you are looking forward to trying.
@elnachochip pineapple BBQ chips were one of the highlights for me. Smoky and sweet, they were amazing.
@jojos coconut pretzels made with @fitjoy are coming out soon and we’re so tasty. Can’t wait to see these on shelves.
@rittersport_usa plant based chocolate bars were definitely an unexpected return and this new flavor is exceptional.
@switch_foods is a brand I was unfamiliar with but is definitely on my radar now. Unique plant based meat options I’ve not seen before.
@wayfare_foods brown sugar cinnamon stick butter was definitely a highlight and I can’t wait to see it in stores.
@truedates flavored dates were the best amongst the many this show with their caramel popcorn being a particular favorite.
@micheles_granola almond croissant granola is out in stores and definitely worth your attention.
@eatmezcla bars are all great but this new flavor was berry delicious!
@olbasremedies always has a special place in my heart (and nose!) and I’d not tried their tea before but I’m a convert now!
Check out my wrap up in my blog post. Comment LINK if you want it sent to you.
1 week ago

