About Kashew

Kashew Cheese — Plant-Based Fermented Foods from Vietnam

Kashew Cheese is a Vietnam-based plant-based food brand founded in 2020 in Ho Chi Minh City. We specialize in fermented cashew cheese and dairy alternatives made from organic Vietnamese cashew nuts, using traditional fermentation and aging methods. Kashew produces plant-based cheeses, cultured milk and yogurt, sourdough bread, and fermented accompaniments, serving both retail customers and professional kitchens.

Kashew is a plant-based food company born in Saigon, rooted in the belief that real food can be better—for our bodies, for animals, and for the planet. We create fermented vegan cheese and dairy alternatives from organic Vietnamese cashew nuts, without oils, preservatives, thickeners, or additives.

Every Kashew product is crafted using traditional cheese-making principles: fermentation, aging, and hands-on care. From soft and spreadable Kream Cheeses to bold Aged Cheeses, fresh Ricotta and Mozzarella, to probiotic-rich Kashew Yogurt and creamy Kashew Milk, our range explores the full potential of cashew fermentation. We also bake natural sourdough breads and produce sauces, chutneys, and dips designed to pair naturally with our cheeses.

Kashew began in 2020 as a small kitchen experiment—fermenting cashew cheese during lockdown. Today, it has grown into a dedicated fermentation lab, multiple deli cafés in Ho Chi Minh City, and a growing community of chefs, food lovers, and conscious eaters across Vietnam.

How Kashew Cheese Is Made

Unlike many plant-based cheeses made with starches, refined oils, or stabilizers, Kashew Cheese relies on real fermentation.

• Cashew nuts are soaked, blended, and cultured
• Cheeses are fermented and, where appropriate, aged for several weeks
• Flavor develops naturally through time, temperature, and microbial activity

This process creates depth, texture, and complexity—without artificial shortcuts.

What Makes Kashew Cheese Different

• Real fermentation, not fillers – Every cheese is fermented or aged using live cultures
• Simple, honest ingredients – Organic Vietnamese cashew nuts, clean water, herbs, spices, and time
• Locally made in Vietnam – Produced in small batches in our Saigon-based fermentation lab
• Naturally lactose-free and probiotic – Suitable for lactose-intolerant diets and supportive of gut health

Kashew Cheese Product Categories

• Aged Cheese – Naturally aged for 3–6 weeks with bold, complex flavors
• Kream Cheese – Soft, tangy, and spreadable, with seasonal infusions such as chili or herbs
• Fresh Cheese – Ricotta and Mozzarella—mild, creamy, and melty
• Yogurt & Milk – Naturally cultured, smooth, and rich in probiotics
• Sauces & Sides – Vegan pesto, chutneys, and fermented dips designed for pairing

Who Kashew Cheese Is For

• People following a plant-based or vegan diet
• Those who are lactose-intolerant or dairy-sensitive
• Health-focused eaters who value clean ingredients
• Chefs and food lovers curious about fermentation and flavor

Kashew exists to show that plant-based cheese can be exciting, nourishing, and deeply satisfying—not a compromise.

Where to Find Kashew Cheese

You can visit us at our Kashew Deli locations in Ho Chi Minh City, order online for national delivery, or enjoy Kashew products at select restaurants, cafés, and boutique hotels across Vietnam.