Himalayan Products was born from the vision of Chris Zandee in 2007, a Dutch farmer’s son who journeyed to Kashmir to blend European cheesemaking traditions with Himalayan purity. Alongside his wife Kamala, they built more than a food company — they created a social enterprise rooted in sustainability and fairness.
By empowering Gujjar herders and Kashmiri farmers, and by giving women artisans a voice and livelihood, they transformed local heritage into global gourmet. Every wheel of cheese, every jar of honey, and every batch of jam carries their mission: to nourish people while uplifting communities.
🌱 Our Social & Environmental Mission
We are not just a food brand — we are a social and eco‑friendly enterprise. Every product reflects the hands and stories of local herders, farmers and women artisans. By sourcing milk, fruit, and honey directly from Himalayan communities — without middlemen — we ensure fair trade, sustainable livelihoods, and dignity of work.
- Eco‑friendly practices: Our production respects the environment, minimizing waste and preserving natural resources.
- Natural milk: We use pure full‑cream milk from cows and buffaloes that graze in pristine Himalayan pastures, feeding on a rich variety of herbs, plants, and grasses — entirely free from chemicals and artificial additives.
- Economic development: By partnering directly with herders and farmers, we ensure they receive higher returns and prompt payment for their milk, fruits, and honey — fostering long‑term livelihood stability.
- Social development: Herders, farmers and women artisans play a vital role in production, packaging, and storytelling, gaining new skills and opportunities.
In empowering women, herders and farmers, we strengthen families, communities, and the cultural fabric of the Himalayas.
🧀 Artisan Craft Meets Global Tradition
We blend Swiss, Dutch, and other Western cheesemaking techniques with the purity of Himalayan milk, naturally ripened without chemicals or artificial coloring. From aged Gouda infused with spices to bold Gruyère, distinctive Frisian Clove Gouda, and heritage Kalari, each wheel embodies the richness of Himalayan milk and the craftsmanship of our team.
Our jams and honey are prepared with the same care — seasonal fresh fruits, wildflower nectar harvested from lush forests, and recipes that preserve both flavor and wellness.
Quality products on the table can only be achieved by captivating and preserving the best natural heritage raw ingredients, bringing the valley’s bounty directly to your table.
