The Story of The Vegetarian Express

About Connie Vail

Connie Vail is passionate about helping people live healthier lives through nutrition and practical lifestyle choices. She enjoys presenting health lectures and teaching vegetarian and vegan cooking classes, believing that preventing disease through healthy living is one of life's greatest investments.

Her approach to health is built on eight timeless principles: nutrition, exercise, rest, fresh air, sunshine, pure water, temperance (living a balanced and moderate lifestyle), and trust in our Creator. Connie believes these natural principles work together to promote lasting health and well-being.

A vegetarian for more than 60 years, Connie has shared her message through health seminars and cooking demonstrations across the United States, India, and Africa. She loves creating flavorful recipes and experimenting in the kitchen, proving that healthy food can be both nutritious and delicious.

Connie has been married to her husband, Steve, since 1978. They have two children, Lori and Daniel. Their son Daniel tragically passed away in 1998 at the age of 18 following an accidental electrocution. Connie's Christian faith gives her hope, and she looks forward with confidence to the promised resurrection. She is also the proud grandmother of three wonderful grandchildren: Avalon, Sage, and Elijah.

Through The Vegetarian Express, Connie's mission is to inspire others to embrace a healthier lifestyle—one delicious meal, one class, and one life at a time.

 

 

About The Vegetarian Express

At The Vegetarian Express, we believe healthy food should be full of flavor. Our mission is simple: to create premium seasonings that transform everyday meals into delicious, satisfying dishes your whole family will enjoy.

The Vegetarian Express has a special beginning. It all started at a Super Bowl party where three friends gathered to share their newest and favorite vegetarian recipes. As they enjoyed great food together, they realized that one of the biggest challenges to healthy eating was making vegetables taste exciting and easy to prepare. That evening, the idea for The Vegetarian Express was born.

In February 2004, the three women founded The Vegetarian Express Vegan Seasoning Line in Lansing, Michigan. Today, the company proudly operates from Huntersville, North Carolina, continuing its mission of helping families enjoy healthy, flavorful meals with ease.

One of the three original founders is Connie Vail, an avid cook and chef with a certification in Culinary Arts, including Baking and Pastry. Connie's passion for creating delicious plant-based foods continues to inspire the recipes and seasonings that have become the heart of The Vegetarian Express.

Today, many health challenges are linked to poor eating habits. We believe there has never been a better time to enjoy wholesome, plant-based foods without sacrificing great taste. Whether you're making fresh salads, hearty soups, savory loafs, pasta dishes, grilled vegetables, roasted mushrooms, or your own favorite recipes, The Vegetarian Express Seasonings make it easy to add incredible flavor with every meal.

Our seasonings are designed to bring convenience, versatility, and bold taste to your kitchen. From quick weeknight dinners to special family gatherings, they help make healthy eating both enjoyable and rewarding. Even picky eaters may be encouraged to try more vegetables when they're seasoned with our delicious blends or served with flavorful homemade dips.

We are committed to using quality ingredients you can feel good about. Our seasonings contain no artificial colors or flavors, no hydrogenated fats, and no added MSG. All of our products are also dairy-free and egg-free, and many are made without gluten-containing ingredients.*

Although our products are manufactured in a facility that also processes gluten and soy, we follow strict manufacturing practices to minimize the risk of cross-contamination. Many of our seasonings are suitable for a variety of special dietary needs, including people following plant-based, allergy-conscious, or gluten-sensitive lifestyles. Individuals with celiac disease or severe food allergies should always consult their healthcare provider and carefully review product labels before use.

At The Vegetarian Express, our passion is helping you enjoy food that is both healthy and bursting with flavor—one delicious meal at a time.

*Please refer to each product label for specific ingredient information and allergen statements.

*PLEASE NOTE:  Our gravies do contain gluten. but can be ordered gluten free by request.

Here is a list of all the products we currently carry:

      1. All-Purpose Veggie Seasoning NO Salt
      2. Beef-Like Seasoning
      3. Creamy White Gravy
      4. Golden Broth
      5. Greek Isle Seasoning
      6. Lemony Dill Zest
      7. Veggie Chick Seasoning
      8. Parma Zaan Sprinkles
      9. Pepper-like Seasoning
      10. Roasted Garlic & Red Bell Pepper Zip
      11. Saucy Ranch Seasoning
      12. Rich Brown Gravy
      13. Chipotle Just Right
      14. Queso Cheese Mix
      15. Comfrey Salve

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