Why I Created Nuteese, and What It Means to Nourish with Intention

Amy Elkhoury preparing plant-based cheese canapés with care, in her kitchen studio.

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There’s something deeply transformative about choosing to nourish your body in a way that aligns with your values. For me, food has always been more than fuel; it’s connection, creativity, healing, and love. And that belief is what led me to create  Nuteese, my artisanal plant-based cheese brand, rooted in intention, nourishment, and a love for animals.x

Nuteese was born from my love of food, wellness, and animals. After years of personal transformation, through yoga, motherhood, and healing my own relationship with food, I realized I wanted to offer something that felt truly aligned: a plant-based cheese that wasn’t just a substitute, but a celebration.

Crafted from cultured, activated cashews and aged with care, each wheel of Nuteese carries intention. It’s handmade in small batches, using real ingredients you can feel good about. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just flavor, integrity, and nourishment rooted in wellness.

For me, it’s also a way to honor the lives of animals, choosing compassion without sacrificing joy or taste. Creating Nuteese isn’t just about food; it’s about living in harmony, where we choose kindness over convenience, wellness over restriction, and connection over control. It’s about slowing down, savoring, and letting what we eat support how we want to live.

I made Nuteese for those who want to eat beautifully, consciously, and joyfully. Whether you’re fully plant-based or simply plant-curious, I invite you to experience the richness that comes from nourishing yourself with care.

Because when we nourish with intention, everything else begins to shift too.

With love,

Amy