V2food, a plant-based food company, has announced the acquisition of ready-meal brand Soulara in order to broaden its portfolio, extending its reach from retail and food service to the direct-to-consumer channel. Soulara claims to offer “chef-crafted, plant-based meals” that are made with a diverse range of ingredients and have a small environmental footprint. Commenting on the acquisition, V2food CEO Tim York said: “We know consumers want to eat more plant-based …