A Little History

Tempeh is one of the few soy-based foods not originating from China or Japan. It was first crafted on the island of Java in Indonesia, hundreds of years ago.

Trade between Indonesia and China was well established as early as 1000 AD, and soybeans were part of this exchange.

In Java, China, Japan, and Korea, fermentation was a common method of food preparation. Fermented foods had been an integral part of Asian cuisines for thousands of years, and tempeh naturally fits within this rich tradition of fermentation.

Fermented Superfood

Tempeh is comparable to chicken in terms of quantity and quality of protein
Tempeh contains all the essential amino acids
Tempeh is high in B vitamins, calcium, essential fatty acids and fiber
Tempeh contains soy isoflavones that strengthen bones and reduce risk of coronary disease
Tempeh provides digestive benefits from enzymes created during the fermentation process
Tempeh is a versatile plant-based superfood, which can replace any meat protein in your favorite recipe

NOBLE BEAN'S LEGACY MOVES TO THE NEXT GENERATION OF TEMPEH CRAFTERS

Dear Noble Bean distributors, retailers and customers,

After an incredible 34 years of making tempeh, Allan and Susan Brown passed on their legacy to the new owners of Noble Bean. So, who are the new owners, you ask? Well, you could say we’re Noble Bean’s biggest fans. We’re two passionate restaurateurs from Nova Scotia, and for over 20 years, we’ve owned and operated Montreal’s beloved vegan restaurant, Aux Vivres.

Aux Vivres translates to "the good, and the source of life," a philosophy we bring to everything we do. We feel like the perfect blend of Noble Bean’s tradition and the spirit of Aux Vivres, and we’re excited to start this new chapter. Our journey with tempeh began several years ago when we first met Allan and Susan and started incorporating Noble Bean tempeh into our recipes. Our customers couldn’t get enough of it, and year after year, the demand for tempeh grew. Eventually, we found ourselves placing larger and larger orders with Noble Bean. When it came time for Allan and Susan to find someone to carry on their tempeh-making legacy, we knew it was a perfect fit.

We’ve built a state-of-the-art tempeh facility in the heart of Montreal, our own Urban Farm, and we’re committed to maintaining the highest standards. Using organic, non-GMO ingredients and time-honored techniques passed down from our tempeh mentors, we continue to honor Noble Bean’s tradition.

You might be wondering, has anything changed? While we’ve refreshed the packaging and introduced a few exciting new products, the quality remains exactly the same.

We are dedicated to producing the best tempeh possible for you and our community. Welcome to the next generation of Noble Bean.

- Michael and Liam Makhan