About Yumasoy Foods
Yamas!
The very essence of Yumasoy is encapsulated in its name, inspired by the Greek term 'Yamas!' This joyful exclamation, meaning 'to your health', is a cherished part of Greek culture - a warm and hearty cheer exchanged among friends and family. It is this spirit of well-wishing that formed the foundation of Om Noms®.
Vancouver-based and wom
The very essence of Yumasoy is encapsulated in its name, inspired by the Greek term 'Yamas!' This joyful exclamation, meaning 'to your health', is a cherished part of Greek culture - a warm and hearty cheer exchanged among friends and family. It is this spirit of well-wishing that formed the foundation of Om Noms®.
Vancouver-based and women-led, Om Noms was founded by Gina Arsens, a visionary entrepreneur with a Greek heritage. Om Noms is a celebration of health, taste, and a commitment to a more sustainable lifestyle.
What sets Om Noms apart is not just the delightful taste and texture, but also the attention to all natural, real ingredients.
Join us on this delicious journey as we say 'Yamas!' to your health and to the health of the planet with every bite of Om Noms by Yumasoy.
Gina Arsens, Founder & CEO
Like many families, we aimed to boost our plant-based meals, but embarking on this journey posed its challenges. In the grocery store, the tofu aisle didn't win us over – its taste and texture were unfamiliar. Gourmet transformations seemed impossible amid time constraints, and the meat alternative section presented its own hurdles, leav
Like many families, we aimed to boost our plant-based meals, but embarking on this journey posed its challenges. In the grocery store, the tofu aisle didn't win us over – its taste and texture were unfamiliar. Gourmet transformations seemed impossible amid time constraints, and the meat alternative section presented its own hurdles, leaving me uneasy about the ingredients.
Driven by the mission to simplify plant-based eating for all types of eaters, Yumasoy sprouted into existence. Enter Om Noms - our answer to the quest for easy, high-protein, plant-based food for all eaters.
At Yumasoy, we're all about the food. Every meal is a flavour-packed experience and a health boost. With Om Noms, you get taste, convenience, and a health kick in one tasty bite.
Kirsten Sutton, COO & Executive Chef
Daphne Tsai, Food Scientist & Product Developer
Daphne Tsai, Food Scientist & Product Developer
Kirsten Sutton brings a unique blend of culinary expertise and executive leadership to Yumasoy.
She started her career as a chef and most recently was the Managing Director of SAP Labs Canada and the CTIO of Vancity, where she championed innovation and purpose-driven business.
Now, she’s combining her passion for food with her leadershi
Kirsten Sutton brings a unique blend of culinary expertise and executive leadership to Yumasoy.
She started her career as a chef and most recently was the Managing Director of SAP Labs Canada and the CTIO of Vancity, where she championed innovation and purpose-driven business.
Now, she’s combining her passion for food with her leadership experience to help Yumasoy grow while redefining plant-based protein with Om Noms—delivering on taste, texture, and sustainability.
Daphne Tsai, Food Scientist & Product Developer
Daphne Tsai, Food Scientist & Product Developer
Daphne Tsai, Food Scientist & Product Developer
With an extensive and multi-disciplinary background in Food Science, Operations, Marketing, Education and Product Development, Daphne collaborated with Gina to create amazingly flavourful and scrumptious plant-based meat alternatives.
She firmly believes that plant-based foods can be made with wholesome, real ingredients without having to compromise on taste and enjoyment.
