About Us
V-Giyan in ancient Sanskrit means scientific truth that leads to wisdom.
And the wisdom of eating more plants is all around. It’s more sustainable. More nutritious. More healthy. Learn about our path to wisdom and how we are spreading compassion and contentment along the way.
We are Team V-GIYAN
Created back in 2019 by Bal Gill, our founder and head chef, V-Giyan is the UK’s first plant-based vegan Punjabi meal delivery service.
Combining traditional Punjabi home-style cooking with modern gastronomy, we’re on a mission to share the Giyan (wisdom) of plant-based eating. Our team prides itself on bringing the freshest of foods, the fullest of flavours and best of health to all.
A bit about Bal
Bal and his family are based in rural Oxfordshire, but their origins stretch right back to the Punjab in India. Back then, Bal’s foremothers and forefathers were farmers who lived solely on the plants they raised. Now that rich cultural history of living in harmony with the land is at the very heart of what we do.
Whether it’s creating innovative new vegan tastes, or breathing life into recipes long thought gone, we’re on a pioneering foodie adventure to prove that 100% plant-based cuisine really does have something for everyone.
Mission Statement
Spreading our message of compassion & contentment
At V-GIYAN, we are advocates for natural produce and vegan wisdom that awakens contentment and compassion. Our decision to be 100% plant based and use only natural ingredients is based on three clear, proven points:
- It delivers better quality food
- It promotes better health
- It’s better for our planet
Mother Earth needs our help and time is of the essence. Even the smallest change, like a meat-free day, will help make a significant difference if enough of us care to do it.
Let’s change the future of our planet and our food… together.
Bal Gill
Founder and Head Chef, V-Giyan
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Things we do for love
Education for underprivileged girls in the Punjab
We are proud to have our own initiative to support girls from poverty stricken households in Punjab to access good quality education.
Farm Animal Rescue Sanctuary (FARS) in Warwickshire
Our young brand ambassador Mossie visiting Merrick who we proudly sponsored. You can read about Mossie and FARS on our stories page.
Om & Bass festival in Oxon
We proudly support Rachel Cox at the Om & Bass festivals each year. It is a really great event and we cater with natural vegan curries for the masses.
Sponsoring Man vs Fat football
We are proud to sponsor the Bicester man vs fat team of motivated men using social football and weight loss plans to get in shape. The do love a vegan curry!
Certified by Vegan Friendly UK
We are proud to say we are completely plant based in every possible way through all of our process and kitchen and are certified by Vegan Friendly UK.
