About Us
The Vegan Pasty Company Story
After many years working in the food industry, our founder Steve Barnes became increasingly aware of the injustices to animals. Inspired by the documentary Cowspiracy, he embraced veganism and sought to create a delicious vegan pasty. Sharing his creations led to The Vegan Pasty Company, driven by ethical standards and a commitment to quality.
Our Core Values
We believe in providing delicious vegan food from a company that aligns with ethical vegan values. Our mission is to ensure that the abuse of animals has no place in the food industry. We are dedicated to crafting each pasty with this principle at heart.
Who We Serve
We aim to reach ethically-minded individuals seeking great-tasting vegan food. Our pasties are designed to satisfy your palate, align with your morals, and provide a convenient meal for busy days.
Frequently asked questions
What is the return policy?
Our goal is for every customer to be totally satisfied with their purchase. If this isn't the case, let us know and we'll do our best to work with you to make it right. However due to the perishable nature of our products we cannot accept returns. For full details refer to our terms and conditions.
How should I cook my pasties?
Part-baked Pasties
For best results cook from frozen or thaw fully before cooking from chilled.
Preheat oven to:
Fan: 180°C (355°F)
Electric: 200°C (390°F)
Gas: Mark 6
- Prepare the pasties:
Place pasties on a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper or a silicone baking sheet. - Bake the pasties:
If cooking from chilled bake for 25- 30 minutes
If cooking from frozen bake for 30-35 minutes - Ensure the pasties are fully cooked:
Ensure the centre of the pasty is piping hot and cooked all the way through
before serving.
Once thawed do not refreeze part-baked pasties.
Once baked, pasties can be frozen and enjoyed within 3 months – These should be reheated thoroughly before serving.
Raw Frozen Pasties
For best results cook from frozen
Preheat oven to:
- Fan: 200°C (390°F)
- Electric: 220°C (430°F)
- Gas: Mark 7
Prepare the pasties:
- Place pasties on a greased baking tray or a silicone baking sheet.
- Lightly brush with plant milk (e.g., oat, soy, or almond) for a golden finish
(Please note: When brushing our vegan cheese pasties with plant milk, the
fork-pricked vent holes in the top of the pasty may become sealed. After
brushing with plant milk, we recommend re-pricking these vent holes with a
fork to help prevent splitting.)
Bake the pasties:
- Place the tray in the centre of the hot oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to:
o Fan: 180°C (350°F)
o Electric: 200°C (390°F)
o Gas: Mark 5 - Continue baking for 40 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through, until the
pasties are a deep golden colour.
Ensure the pasties are fully cooked:
- Ensure pasties are piping hot and cooked all the way through before serving.
Once baked, pasties can be frozen and enjoyed within 3 months – These should be reheated thoroughly before serving.
Please note: These instructions are provided as a guide only.
Cooking times may vary depending on oven type and pasty size.
When will I get my order?
We will work quickly to ship your order as soon as possible.
Your pasties will be part-baked then shipped frozen using a next day delivery service in recycled denim lined packaging with freezer packs specifically designed for frozen shipping.
Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times may vary depending on your location. For full details refer to our terms and conditions
Where are your pasties made?
We make all our pasties ourselves in St. Austell, Cornwall. All pastry, cheese and seasoning mixes are made by us, and all vegetables are freshly prepared in-house.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated based on your location and the items in your order. You will always know the shipping price before you purchase.