Overview
- A Long Island vegan bakery, CindySnacks, is under investigation after accusing its vendor, The Savory Fig, of supplying non-vegan Dunkin' Donuts as their own gluten-free treats.
- The controversy began when CindySnacks co-owner, Jonathan Stengel, noticed a donut with decorations strikingly similar to Dunkin's, raising concerns about allergens for their dairy-sensitive customers.
- After conducting a home gluten test, the donut tested positive for gluten, leading CindySnacks to sever ties with The Savory Fig and sparking a state investigation.
- The Savory Fig owner, Michelle Siriani, denies the allegations, claiming the donut in question did not come from her bakery.
- The incident has caused uproar within the vegan community, with CindySnacks apologizing to customers and considering legal action against The Savory Fig.