About us

About Us

Hello, my name is Lourens van der Zee, and two years ago, I made the switch to a vegetarian diet. Starting as a vegetarian and then transitioning to vegan, I now enjoy meat only on very exceptional occasions because, let’s face it, I love meat.

During an eye-opening 8-month journey through South-East Asia in 2019, I witnessed the alarming pollution of our planet and the way we, as humans, treat it. This experience compelled me to take action.

After my trip, I embraced a vegetarian lifestyle. However, I soon realized the challenges of finding delicious meat substitutes. The variety of options was overwhelming, and their quality and taste varied greatly. I craved a reliable platform that gathered the opinions of a diverse group of people, just like IMDb does for movies. And so, VMDb was born – IMDb for meat alternatives. A place for people like me who want to contribute to a better world by reducing meat consumption while savoring the same taste.

VMDb is a non-profit organization, and my focus is on building a trustworthy and independent platform. Your contribution is essential! Rate the products you’ve tasted, add new ones, and share our platform with your friends and family. Your opinions matter greatly; feel free to share your tips and feedback at info@vmdb.me or on Instagram (@vmdb.me).

Thank you for joining me on this journey!

Lourens van der Zee

PS: Discover my crowdfunding campaign video and learn about the mission by watching it here.