Once Upon A Food Story

Nov 06 2024 42 mins

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Whether you’re a dedicated vegan, plant-curious, or simply want to spice up your vegetable repertoire, we all could benefit from adding more plants to our plates!

Nisha Vora, the culinary talent behind Rainbow Plant Life and author of the NYT bestseller, "Big Vegan Flavor", believes that plant-based cooking should be joyful, vibrant, and deeply satisfying. With her passion for bold, layered flavors, she shows how simple techniques and spices can make plants the star of any meal. Nisha shares her intuitive approach to creating recipes, from gathering inspiration at farmer's markets to skillfully blending flavors — a craft passed down from her mother and enriched by her Indian roots. Her personal journey inspires millions to bring that same sense of joy, ease, and creativity to cooking and eating.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Nisha's inspiring story of leaving her law practice to pursue a career in food

• How a “flavor-first” approach makes plant-based meals more satisfying

• Ways to create delicious dishes with a “building blocks” method

• The essential spices and herbs for vibrant vegan cooking

• Tips for learning to trust your intuition in the kitchen

• How a few shifts toward plant-based eating can positively impact your health, animals, and the environment

Get ready to feel more confident in the kitchen and reach your full [plant-savvy] potential!

Resources Mentioned:

The Vegetarian Flavor Bible

Sticky Coconut Milk Braised Tofu

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