Boca Burger facts for kids
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An "original chick'n" veggie patty, a type of Boca Burger.
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| Owner | Kraft Heinz |
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| Introduced | 1979 |
A Boca Burger is a popular brand of veggie burger. Veggie burgers are patties that look like hamburgers but are made from plants instead of meat. They are a type of meat alternative, which means they are a substitute for meat.
The company Kraft Heinz makes Boca Burgers in Chicago, Illinois. These burgers are a well-known choice for people who are vegetarian or just want to eat less meat.
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The Story of Boca Burger
How It All Started
The journey of Boca Burger began in 1979 with a product called the "Sun Burger." It was one of the very first frozen veggie burgers available in stores. This was a new idea for people looking for plant-based food options.
Over the next ten years, the company, called Boca Foods, created more types of burgers. They also started making other meat-free foods, such as:
- Plant-based ground beef
- Meatless chicken nuggets
- Toppings for pizza
- A meat-free version of chili
- Lasagna and sausages made with plant ingredients
In 2001, the company also began to offer organic versions of some of its products.
Joining a Major Food Company
In 2000, Kraft Foods, one of the biggest food companies in the United States, bought the Boca Burger company. At the time, Boca Burger was making about $40 million in sales each year.
By 2002, just two years after being bought by Kraft, sales had grown to $70 million a year. This showed that more and more people were interested in eating meat alternatives.
Today, Boca continues to create new products. For example, they now offer meatless skillet meals that are quick and easy to prepare.
Awards and Recognition
Boca Burger has been recognized for its products.
| Year | Award | Result |
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| 2008 | PETA: The Golden Bun Awards | Won |
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