March 8th is International Women’s Day and what better way to celebrate than to dive into the history of Souperb’s female founder, Joanna Terry.

Joanna comes from a family committed to feeding the hearts of friends and family with delicious, fresh food. Her grandmother, Myrtle, owned a restaurant in a small farming town where farm-to-table was a daily custom. Farmers would drop their fresh vegetables at the door of the restaurant and Myrtle would create mouth-watering dishes for the town. Joanna’s mom, Mary, learned to cook by Myrtle’s standards and taught her daughters the same fundamental approach toward cooking. Following her heart, Joanna then pursued a professional career in culinary arts and attended culinary school in San Francisco.

Chef Joanna started Souperb to bring nourishing vegetables in an easy to eat, satisfy and comforting format – soups. After a humble beginning at Farmers Markets in the San Francisco Bay Area, Souperb has since expanded and can be found in more than 100 stores, including Whole Foods and Sprouts locations. Chef Joanna is passionate about continuing in her grandmother’s tradition with Souperb.

Cherry, Grape, Beefsteak, Roma, Heirloom. No matter which type of tomato you hold dear to your heart, all tomatoes have a wealth of nutritional benefits. Consuming tomatoes provides a combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients, including hearty amounts of vitamins C, E and  A. So why is this a love letter? Because one of tomato’s main benefits is its positive effect on the heart. 

Something to really love about tomatoes is the fact that it contains the powerful antioxidant Lycopene. Higher blood levels of lycopene have been associated with reductions in cardiovascular disease risk. For example, intake of Lycopene has been shown to result in decreased total cholesterol – mainly decreased LDL cholesterol, which can contribute to the formation of plaque buildup in the arteries. In addition to Lycopene, tomatoes are chock full of heart-healthy potassium; the flow of potassium in and out of heart cells helps regulate your heartbeat.

Not only does Lycopene provide a plethora of health benefits, but it is the pigment principally responsible for giving tomatoes their luscious red color! Want to increase your intake of lovely, heart-healthy tomatoes? Try Souperb’s Tomato with Fennel Seeds; a tasty spin on a comforting classic that is full of fresh tomatoes. 

Are you in a New Year’s Resolution swing, trying to commit to changing any habits? There’s a chance that improving your diet is on your list of resolutions. Of Americans who set resolution goals, 51% wanted to adopt healthier eating habits. Typically, eating healthier means incorporating more vegetables in your diet. But consistently consuming your daily recommended amount of vegetables can be a daunting task. Did you know that only 1 out of 10 adults eat their daily intake of veggies? Here’s a secret – one of the easiest ways to consume veggies is to eat soup! And January is National Soup Month, so there’s no better time to get slurping.

All vegetables contain vital nutrients like folate, calcium and vitamins A and D. Getting your veggies in doesn’t mean just eating plain old salads. An easy and comforting meal like grilled cheese with Souperb’s Tomato soup can provide a hearty amount of fiber, potassium and iron. Looking to get more vitamin C from vegetables? You can find 100% of your daily value in just one serving of Souperb’s Broccoli with Almond soup. Delicious, and easy! 

Its an exciting time at Souperb! We’ve added three new delicious flavors to our soup lineup. These plant-based creations are so good that vegans, meat-eaters and everyone in between will love them. These exciting flavor combinations are perfect for any time of year! 

The response to our original, premium line of soups has been amazing, so we wanted to introduce additional flavors while also maintaining our high standards. Each of the new flavors have what you’ve come to trust from Souperb, like homemade, gluten-free and non-GMO, without any added sugar. Check out our new flavors below! 

Tomato with Fennel Seed

We took a spin on the classic tomato soup and brightened it with a hint of fennel seed. Aside from their distinctive flavor, fennel seeds provide important nutrients and powerful antioxidants. To get a touch of sweetness without any added sugar, we’ve added healthy, nutritious CARROTS. We guarantee that you won’t miss the cream in this plant-based, dairy-free soup. Each spoonful will provide you with a comforting and satisfying feeling that will warm your heart.

Black Bean with Cactus Soup 

Surprise! Cactus is featured in our new Southwest inspired, protein packed, black bean soup. With a pleasant flavor similar to a tart green bean or green pepper, cactus is the delicious and unique star of this soup. In addition to its wonderful flavor, cactus is high in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It’s also touted for its antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. We love to enjoy this flavor in multiple ways including hot as a soup, cold as a dip, or as a side dish on Taco Tuesday. 

Red Pepper Corn Soup 

This flavor is off the charts! You can truly savor the taste of summer with our new Red Pepper & Corn Soup. We use non GMO sweet corn, which lends itself incredibly well to soups and purees into a delightful, creamy consistency. Red peppers provide a bold flavor, while also giving you a blast of Vitamin C and antioxidants. The sweet corn and red peppers are seasoned with herbs and spices to create a flavor combination you will surely love. This perfect blend of flavors will have you longing for summer all year round. 

Get your spoons ready! Souperb has been growing and these new flavors can now be found at more locations than ever, most recently including all Pavilions locations in Southern California! Looking for more locations to find us? Check out our locations here.