July 7, 2021
San Miguel Foods rolls out first vegetarian line, Veega
Meat-free meals can seem daunting at first, but for those choosing to explore or adopt more plant-based food options, San Miguel Foods has just launched an innovative new line of delicious, easy-to-prepare vegetarian food.
Veega is the company’s first vegetarian line. It offers a wide range of high-fiber, plant based, protein offerings that can be used in a wide variety of meals, including well-loved Filipino dishes.
Veega comes in five variants: meat-free balls, burger patties, sausages, giniling, and nuggets. They are already fully-cooked and seasoned. Produced locally by San Miguel Foods, Veega makes use of wheat, soy, mushroom, and egg, with no added preservatives.
San Miguel Foods spent three years studying and developing the perfect formula for these plant-based proteins to fit the Filipino palate.
The company has always strived to provide customers with a wide array of food choices so that home cooks can cook with ease, whether it’s tried-and-true recipes, or new discoveries the whole family can enjoy.
Whether you are a long-time vegetarian or are just looking to incorporate more plant based meals in your diet, there is something for you in Veega’s line of meat-free products.
Check out @VeegaMeatFree for more info on Facebook and Instagram.
If you’re looking for more recipes to try out today, visit homefoodie.com, or @homefoodieph
San Miguel Foods, Inc. was recently recognized with a Special Citation for Innovation by the Jollibee Group during the 2025 Supplier Summit Awards held in May at the Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City. The award underscores SMFI’s outstanding commitment to innovation and its dedication to delivering high-quality, forward-thinking solutions that support the Jollibee Group’s mission of providing great-tasting food and joyful dining experiences. SMFI has worked closely with Jollibee on continuous product enhancements, responded swiftly to process improvement needs, and actively participated in several trial runs to ensure excellence at every stage. Presented by Jollibee Group Chief Procurement Officer Kaustubh Wadekar, the award also reflects the strong, collaborative partnership between San Miguel Foods and the Jollibee Group—founded on shared values of excellence, customer-centricity, and continuous improvement. “This recognition from one of the country’s most admired food companies affirms our commitment to excellence and innovation,” said Tins Mandap, foodservice area sales manager for SMFI. “We are proud to contribute to Jollibee Group’s journey in delivering delightful customer experiences and raising the bar for food quality in the industry.” With the theme “Future-ready, strengthening partnerships, powering possibilities”, the Jollibee Group Supplier Summit Awards celebrates the vital role of suppliers and partners in supporting the company’s growth and global aspirations. San Miguel Foods' recognition underscores its position as a trusted and forward-thinking partner in the food industry.
San Miguel Foods, Inc. was honored with three major awards from McDonald’s Philippines, recognizing its commitment to quality, reliability, and outstanding performance as a key supplier. The company received the Quality Excellence Award during ceremonies held in April at the New World Makati Hotel. SMFI was also named Best Performing Supplier for the Protein–Poultry Category and given the Assured Supply Award (third year in a row) at the 2025 McDonald’s Suppliers General Assembly, themed "Scaling Excellence, Winning Together Through Flawless Execution." The awards were presented by McDonald’s Philippines President and CEO Kenneth Yang and AVP for Supply Chain Management Andre Christopher Villareal. These recognitions underscore San Miguel Foods’ dedication to delivering high-quality products, ensuring supply consistency, and contributing to the success of McDonald’s operations in the Philippines.
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