Veganz Opening Location in Portland, Ore.

Veganz, the world’s first and largest vegan supermarket chains, is opening its first U.S. location in Portland, Ore. Veganz also plans a shoe/clothing store and restaurant in the city.

The chain was founded in Berlin, Germany, in 2011 by Jan Bredack, former Mercedes-Benz manager, himself a vegan who found it hard to find food in Germany. The stores currently source products from 30 countries, including 45 varieties of plant milk and cream; meat and fish subsitutes; vegan ice cream, cheese and sweets; as well as cosmetics and toiletries.

More than 10 locations are operating throughout Europe, with another location opening in the United Kingdom.