A Fresh Take on Plant-Based Eating

A Fresh Take On Plant-Based Eating: The (Not So) Secret Origin Of The Very Good Butchers

James Davison and Mitchell Scott are The Very Good Butchers.

But before they became famous for butchering billions of beans in the name of flavor, they were just two guys who wanted the same thing:

To eat healthy meals that tasted incredible – without the meat.

From Day 1, that was the goal. One of their first conversations was about how nice it was to see more plant-based meats on the market.

But James and Mitchell knew they could do it better.

The question... was how?

James Davison and Mitchell Scott are The Very Good Butchers.

But before they became famous for butchering billions of beans in the name of flavor, they were just two guys who wanted the same thing:

To eat healthy meals that tasted incredible – without the meat.

From Day 1, that was the goal. One of their first conversations was about how nice it was to see more plant-based meats on the market.

But James and Mitchell knew they could do it better.

The question... was how?

James is a professional chef, classically trained in French cuisine.

But after mastering the ins and outs of traditional cooking, his interest shifted from meat-heavy “classic” dishes...

...and exploded into a full-blown love for vegan & vegetarian cooking after a move to the West Coast in 2012.

Out there, James explored the options for meatless products – and he didn’t like what he saw.

James is a professional chef, classically trained in French cuisine.

But after mastering the ins and outs of traditional cooking, his interest shifted from meat-heavy “classic” dishes...

...and exploded into a full-blown love for vegan & vegetarian cooking after a move to the West Coast in 2012.

Out there, James explored the options for meatless products – and he didn’t like what he saw.

In 2017, James & Mitchell brought their magic beans to Victoria and opened the Canadian West Coast’s first plant-based butchery.

Then they added a delivery service and changed the plant-based game for good.

Now, thousands of customers across North America get to enjoy The Very Good Butchers no matter where they are.

Their most popular item by far is The Big Box of (Plant-Based) Meat:

In 2017, James & Mitchell brought their magic beans to Victoria and opened the Canadian West Coast’s first plant-based butchery.

Then they added a delivery service and changed the plant-based game for good.

Now, thousands of customers across North America get to enjoy The Very Good Butchers no matter where they are.

Their most popular item by far is The Big Box of (Plant-Based) Meat:

6-1701 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC

hello@verygoodbutchers.com

778-440-4663

6-1701 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC

hello@verygoodbutchers.com

778-440-4663

Plant-based eating has boomed lately.

Company after company has launched their own take on it. Most have taken the over-processed & chemically flavored route.

But instead of hopping on the trend train to make a quick buck, James and Mitchell stayed true to their original mission:

To change the way people perceive and eat plant-based meats. (And to make them taste very, Very Good.)

That’s why they’ve stuck with the same healthy, holistic approach as when they were selling their Very Good meats from a tent at the farmer’s market.

Their Very Good products are good for animals, the environment, your health – and your tastebuds.

And they’ve done it using nothing but real ingredients, with minimal processing, and as much flavor as possible packed into every bite.

"What we’re trying to do is show that veganism doesn’t just have to be about rabbit food,” Mitchell said in an interview with The National Post.

Plant-based eating has boomed lately.

Company after company has launched their own take on it. Most have taken the over-processed & chemically flavored route.

But instead of hopping on the trend train to make a quick buck, James and Mitchell stayed true to their original mission:

To change the way people perceive and eat plant-based meats. (And to make them taste very, Very Good.)

That’s why they’ve stuck with the same healthy, holistic approach as when they were selling their Very Good meats from a tent at the farmer’s market.

Their Very Good products are good for animals, the environment, your health – and your tastebuds.

And they’ve done it using nothing but real ingredients, with minimal processing, and as much flavor as possible packed into every bite.

"What we’re trying to do is show that veganism doesn’t just have to be about rabbit food,” Mitchell said in an interview with The National Post.

That’s actually a lie.

You may need to sacrifice a belt hole after stuffing yourself with a second helping.

Because these meats absolutely hold up to their Very Good name!

The British Bangers — made with fresh apples, leeks, beans, and just the right combination of herbs and spices — bring a bang to your BBQ, soul to your fry-up, and are especially cheeky rolled up and baked in a pastry blanket.

The Taco Stuff’er — a brilliant blend of navy beans, pearl barley, spices & seasonings — is the plant-based eater’s answer to ground beef with its versatility. Fry it for tacos, meatball it up for pasta, or crumble it into a rice bowl or over nachos… it’s perfect for anything.

And the Pepperoni...oh the Pepperoni! Plant-based pizzas have a new best friend with this combo of adzuki beans, paprika, fennel seeds, chili flakes, & more. But it’s not just a pizza pal. Liven up your charcuteries & sandwiches, or even snack on it straight from the package!

So no, you’re not missing out on anything.

Especially since you can have The Very Good Butchers delivered to you.

That’s actually a lie.

You may need to sacrifice a belt hole after stuffing yourself with a second helping.

Because these meats absolutely hold up to their Very Good name!

So no, you’re not missing out on anything.

Especially since you can have The Very Good Butchers delivered to you.

If An Ingredient Isn't Used In A Home Kitchen, It Doesn't Belong In The Very Good Kitchen

The flavors didn’t “wow” him

The textures left weren’t quite hearty enough

And the ingredients listed sounded more like a chemical who’s who than a delicious recipe

The flavors didn’t “wow” him

The textures left weren’t quite hearty enough

And the ingredients listed sounded more like a chemical who’s who than a delicious recipe

Made with stuff like tocopherol, thiamine hydrochloride, and soy leghemoglobin (talk about mystery meat!), those products seemed like rushed science experiments.

Not real meals you’d serve to friends & family.

So James launched his own fresh take on plant-based meat — literally.

Simple, real ingredients — beans, vegetables, grains, herbs, & spices — were the key to getting the flavors and textures he was looking for.

After a successful summer at the Denman Farmers’ Market, he met Mitchell Scott.

And that’s when The Very Good Butchers came up with a Very Good plan.

Made with stuff like tocopherol, thiamine hydrochloride, and soy leghemoglobin (talk about mystery meat!), those products seemed like rushed science experiments.

Not real meals you’d serve to friends & family.

So James launched his own fresh take on plant-based meat — literally.

Simple, real ingredients — beans, vegetables, grains, herbs, & spices — were the key to getting the flavors and textures he was looking for.

After a successful summer at the Denman Farmers’ Market, he met Mitchell Scott.

And that’s when The Very Good Butchers came up with a Very Good plan.

Very Good Meats With A Very Good Mission

You can still have all the familiar foods you enjoy, and you don't have to sacrifice anything.

"All The Savory, Plant-Based Meats You Could Ever Want. Delivered Right To Your Door."

2 packs of Very Good Burgers

1 pack of Smokin' Burgers

1 pack of Smokin' Bangers

1 pack of Very British Bangers

2 packs of Taco Stuff'er

1 pack of BBQ Jackfruit

2 packs of Ribz

2 packs of Pepperoni

2 packs of Very Good Burgers

1 pack of Smokin' Burgers

1 pack of Smokin' Bangers

1 pack of Very British Bangers

2 packs of Taco Stuff'er

1 pack of BBQ Jackfruit

2 packs of Ribz

2 packs of Pepperoni

What’s not to love about having 12 packs of gourmet, plant-based meat (enough for up to 28 mouthwatering meals!) delivered to your door?

Everything arrives frozen in an insulated box kept cool with non-toxic ice packs.

All you need to do is heat, eat, and enjoy.

It’s food — REAL food — made by a couple of guys who, despite their success, have kept the same simple dream:

To eat healthy meals that taste incredible – without the meat.

And now they’re sharing that plant-based dream with you.

Sounds… Very Good, doesn’t it?

What’s not to love about having 12 packs of gourmet, plant-based meat (enough for up to 28 mouthwatering meals!) delivered to your door?

Everything arrives frozen in an insulated box kept cool with non-toxic ice packs.

All you need to do is heat, eat, and enjoy.

It’s food — REAL food — made by a couple of guys who, despite their success, have kept the same simple dream:

To eat healthy meals that taste incredible – without the meat.

And now they’re sharing that plant-based dream with you.

Sounds… Very Good, doesn’t it?

December 17, 2020

Story by Carrie Whitmore

December 17, 2020

Story by Carrie Whitmore

Here’s How To Get The Very Good Butchers In Your Fridge

1. Go check out The Big Box Of (Plant-Based) Meat at our site

2. Choose whether you want a single box or a monthly subscription to save yourself some money

3. Fill out your address & complete your order (you can use a credit card, PayPal, Shop Pay, or Google Pay)

4. After 2-3 weeks, your Box will be delivered with everything frozen inside

5. Now comes the hardest part: pick what you want to eat first and toss whatever you aren’t indulging in right away into the freezer

That’s it! Easy, right?