FAQ’s

We are making this change to ensure the long-term sustainability of our business while staying true to our mission. By offering a select Halal animal protein options, we can reach a broader customer base and continue serving plant-based food to our loyal customers. This approach helps us balance inclusivity and financial viability.

No, our plant based menu will remain exactly the same. All your favorite vegan dishes, made with care and sustainability in mind, will continue to be available without any changes.

We’re implementing strict food preparation protocols, including: Separate preparation areas for animal proteins. Dedicated utensils, cookware, and storage for plant based and non-vegan items. Clearly marked menu items to avoid confusion. Your trust and dietary preferences are our top priority.

Not at all! We are still deeply committed to veganism, sustainability, and providing wholesome plant-based food. The addition of a few non-vegan options is about being inclusive, not replacing our plant forward core.

While we cherish our roots as a vegan brand, this decision allows us to grow and serve more people without compromising the quality or availability of our vegan offerings. It’s a step toward being a financially viable business that can continue advocating for plant-forward dining.

Yes, our animal protein options will be priced higher to reflect the sourcing and preparation costs. Our plant-based dishes will remain the most affordable, making them accessible and attractive to all customers.

We’re still prioritizing sustainability by keeping the majority of our menu plant-based. The limited animal protein options will be responsibly sourced, focusing on ethical and environmentally friendly practices.

We welcome your input! You can email us at ifo@mistekafoods.com Your thoughts are invaluable to us as we navigate this evolution.

The new animal protein options will be available starting January 2025 Stay tuned for updates on our website and social media.

We understand that this change may feel like a departure from our original mission, but please know that our core values remain unchanged. Our commitment to veganism and sustainability still drives everything we do. This decision helps us stay in business and continue spreading the joy of plant-based eating while accommodating a broader audience.

Our menu already offers a wide variety of plant forward options, and we’ll continue to innovate in that space. However, to remain viable and accessible to a diverse customer base, introducing a limited selection of non-vegan items allows us to sustain the business while still celebrating plant-based food.

We deeply respect your trust in us and will uphold strict food preparation protocols, including separate cooking areas, utensils, and equipment. These measures ensure that our plant based food remains 100% vegan and uncontaminated. Transparency is key, and we’re happy to share details of our processes if you have questions.

This decision isn’t about profit—it’s about sustainability, both for the planet and for our business. By expanding our offerings, we can ensure the longevity of Koshary Corner and continue to provide a platform for plant-based eating in a way that’s financially viable.

Absolutely! Our advocacy for veganism and plant-forward living remains at the heart of what we do. This change allows us to invite more people into the conversation about sustainability and plant-based food, fostering greater awareness and inclusivity.

We are transitioning from a 100% plant-based brand to a plant-forward brand. While the addition of animal proteins marks a shift, our identity and priority remain rooted in offering delicious, plant-based meals that make up the majority of our menu.

Not at all. The addition of animal proteins is meant to complement, not replace, our vegan offerings.

Our culture of inclusivity, sustainability, and love for plant-based food remains intact. We’re simply creating space for more people to enjoy our food while keeping our vegan community at the center of our mission.

We understand this concern, and that’s why we did the following 1. Chose to source halal meat from a local certified farm 2. limited the animal protein options to three carefully chosen items that are responsibly and ethically sourced. Our predominantly plant-based menu remains the most sustainable choice we offer, and we continue to encourage it.

Halal means "permissible" in Arabic and refers to meat prepared according to Islamic dietary laws. This includes humane treatment of animals, ethical slaughter practices, and adherence to strict cleanliness standards.

Sourcing halal meat ensures that the meat is prepared ethically, aligns with our focus on inclusivity, and respects dietary needs for many of our customers. It also supports our commitment to transparency and quality in sourcing.

We work with a hala certified local farm that meets rigorous standards to recieve their certification. Their processes are verified by recognized authorities, ensuring compliance with Islamic dietary laws and ethical practices.

Halal practices often emphasize humane animal treatment, minimize waste, and can be sourced from smaller, local farms. When paired with responsible farming practices, this can contribute to more sustainable meat production compared to conventional industrial methods.

We prioritize local DMV farms that follow ethical and environmentally friendly practices. The farm we use now is in Virginia.

Our approach to sourcing halal meat focuses on limiting its environmental impact. We remain committed to sustainability by keeping the majority of our menu plant-based and by choosing suppliers who practice ethical and responsible farming.

While organic and free-range options are valuable, sourcing halal meat allows us to be inclusive of customers who observe specific dietary practices. We aim to balance inclusivity, ethics, and sustainability in our sourcing decisions.

We’ll have dedicated preparation areas, equipment, and utensils for halal meat to avoid cross-contamination with plant forward food. This ensures we respect all dietary preferences and maintain transparency.

Halal meat may be priced slightly higher due to its ethical sourcing and certification requirements, but this will only impact the pricing of the animal protein options. Our plant-based menu will remain the most affordable.

Yes, all our animal protein options will be halal to ensure inclusivity and adherence to our ethical sourcing standards.

Not at all! We are a welcoming and inclusive brand. Offering halal meat is about respecting dietary needs and preferences of our diverse customers, not a reflection of any religious affiliation.