Talks at Google Big Vegan Flavor | Nisha Vora
Mar 11, 2025
Nisha Vora, a cookbook author and content creator, shares her journey from a Harvard Law grad to a champion of vegan cooking with over 150 innovative recipes in her latest work, 'Big Vegan Flavor.' She discusses the essential vegan pantry staples and the art of balancing flavors, emphasizing community engagement and comfort food. Nisha also shares her favorite spices, inspirations for culinary creativity, and strategies to encourage loved ones toward a plant-based lifestyle, all while highlighting the challenges and joys of her culinary adventure.
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Nisha's Culinary Origin Story
- Nisha fell in love with cooking by teaching herself as a teenager and hosting feasts for loved ones.
- Seeing others enjoy her food was a powerful, joyful experience that cemented her passion.
Career Shift From Law to Food
- Nisha switched from a stressful corporate law career to food creation after feeling unfulfilled.
- She grew her Instagram and worked at food startups before going fully independent in vegan cooking.
Master Vegan Cooking Principles
- Learn vegan cooking by understanding flavor profiles, textures, and techniques, not just following recipes.
- Gain skills to cook spontaneously with any ingredients for nourishing, delicious meals.
