Chef Mari Pitkanen fulfilled her passion for plant-based food for the sake of health, the planet and animals. After years of working at vegan restaurants, she decided it was time to start for herself. She created an environment where ambitious vegan chefs could unleash their creativity for the sake of better food for the future.
Kasvio is also affiliated with Dutch Cuisine's Biodiversity on your Plate programme. Dutch Cuisine supports farmers who are committed to preserving and restoring biodiversity. Catering establishments that participate in the programme as Ambassadors must ensure that at least 50% of the dishes on their menus are 'biodiversity-friendly' according to ground rules set by various civil society organisations and experts.