EPISODE · Jun 26, 2024 · 40 MIN
#027: Happy Mate: Thailand’s Tempeh Boss! with Chantima Tiyavacharapong
from The Plant-Based Podcast ASIA · host Nick Frauenfelder
In Episode 27, we introduce you to Chantima Tiyavacharapong, a true pioneer in Thailand's plant-based industry and the driving force behind Happy Mate, the country's leading tempeh producer. Join us as Chantima shares her inspiring journey of over 20 years in the tempeh business. Her story begins with a serendipitous encounter at Anaheim's Expo West, where she met the owner of BRAGG apple cider while she was still a student in the US. This chance meeting sparked a lifelong passion for healthy living and nutritious food products, leading Chantima to dedicate herself to the art of making tempeh.Discover how this inspiring moment influenced Chantima's path and how she has since become a trailblazer in Thailand's plant-based scene. From humble beginnings to becoming Thailand’s tempeh boss, Chantima's dedication and perseverance have made Happy Mate a household name for those seeking delicious and healthy plant-based options.In this episode, Chantima opens up about the challenges and triumphs of her entrepreneurial journey, her commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle, and her vision for the future of plant-based foods in Thailand.Tune in to hear Chantima's story and gain insights into the world of tempeh, the impact of healthy eating, and the power of following your passion. #HappyMate #TempehBoss #PlantBasedJourney #HealthyLiving #ThePlantBasedPodcastAsia Follow Happy Mate: FB: @HappyMateOfiicialLine: @HappyMateIG: @HappyMateFoodYouTube: Ling_HappyMateTikTok: HappyMate.Ofiicial www.plantbasedpodcastasia.com
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In Episode 27, we introduce you to Chantima Tiyavacharapong, a true pioneer in Thailand's plant-based industry and the driving force behind Happy Mate, the country's leading tempeh producer. Join us as Chantima shares her inspiring journey of over 20 years in the tempeh business. Her story begins with a serendipitous encounter at Anaheim's Expo West, where she met the owner of BRAGG apple cider while she was still a student in the US. This chance meeting sparked a lifelong passion for healthy living and nutritious food products, leading Chantima to dedicate herself to the art of making tempeh.Discover how this inspiring moment influenced Chantima's path and how she has since become a trailblazer in Thailand's plant-based scene. From humble beginnings to becoming Thailand’s tempeh boss, Chantima's dedication and perseverance have made Happy Mate a household name for those seeking delicious and healthy plant-based options.In this episode, Chantima opens up about the challenges and triumphs of her entrepreneurial journey, her commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle, and her vision for the future of plant-based foods in Thailand.Tune in to hear Chantima's story and gain insights into the world of tempeh, the impact of healthy eating, and the power of following your passion. #HappyMate #TempehBoss #PlantBasedJourney #HealthyLiving #ThePlantBasedPodcastAsia Follow Happy Mate: FB: @HappyMateOfiicialLine: @HappyMateIG: @HappyMateFoodYouTube: Ling_HappyMateTikTok: HappyMate.Ofiicial www.plantbasedpodcastasia.com
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