MorningStar Farms, Turtle Island Foods Take Home peta2 Awards

Delicious Fake Meats and Cheeses, Dairy-Free Snacks Net Four Food Companies a Libby

For Immediate Release:
December 20, 2012

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Kaitlynn Kelly 202-483-7382

Los Angeles -- Voter turnout was heavy, as usual, but now all the ballots have been cast and tallied to help peta2, PETA's youth division, decide who should be named the winners in the group's seventh annual Libby Awards. Libby Awards ("Libby" is for "liberation," as in animal liberation) went to animal-friendly people, companies, and products in 22 categories this year, and four companies were victorious for offering outstanding grocery items:

• Best Vegan Burger: MorningStar Farms Grillers. MorningStar Farms has been offering creative vegetarian options for more than a quarter of a century, and the company's experience shows. Vegan grillers have all the flavor and texture of a beef burger but only a fraction of the fat and none of the cruelty.
• Best Vegan Meat: Tofurky Chorizo. Turtle Island Foods' Tofurky brand is a revered name in vegan circles, and the chorizo lives up to the company's reputation. Great for tacos, burritos, and enchiladas, Tofurky chorizo is made from organic soy protein and bound to fool even the most diehard meat-eaters.
• Best Dairy Alternative: Daiya Cheddar Style Wedge. Daiya has taken dairy-free cheese to new heights. Missing from predecessors was the texture as well as the stretchiness when they were melted. Daiya solved those issues deliciously. There's also a very handy recipe section on the company's website.
• Best Vegan Snack: PROBAR Halo. Made from whole foods, certified organic, and containing only 150 calories, PROBAR Halo bars come in Rocky Road, S'mores, Honey Graham, and Nutty Marshmallow flavors. They're also an excellent source of omega-3 and -6 fatty acids.

"With the number of prepared vegan meats and cheeses and dairy-free snacks at an all-time high, going vegan has never been easier," says PETA Youth Marketing Manager Emily Rodriguez. "All our winners are making sure that vegans get all the healthy, delicious, and exciting foods that they desire."

Winners were selected based on several factors, including vote count. For more information, please visit peta2.com or click here.