PRAISE

“We so appreciate the wonderfully creative recipes in this very beautiful cookbook! The importance of delicious vegan food helps pave the way for those who desire to make the transition from the standard animal-based diet.”
—Joaquin Phoenix, Academy Award-nominated actor and activist; Summer Phoenix; Rain Phoenix; and Liberty Phoenix

“Makini Howell’s cookbook will prove to anyone just how delicious vegan cuisine can be. Her food is flavorful, fresh, and mouthwatering. A must-have for anyone who loves to eat. This is a cookbook I will buying for my friends and family.”
—Kim Barnouin, co-author of the New York Times Best Seller, Skinny Bitch
 
“The food at Plum Bistro is comfort food, fresh food, tasty and innovative food: a testament to the talented and driven owner and head chef, Makini Howell. It’s one of my favorite vegan restaurants in the world.”
—India.Arie, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter
 
“What Makini does at Plum and as a personal chef is creative, innovative, and satisfying. . . . Instead of seeing ‘vegan’ as a restriction, she has her own style. I never feel like I am missing anything.”
—Common, Grammy Award-winning actor, author, artist, and activist

“I dare you to open this cookbook from Seattle’s Plum Bistro to any page and not think the recipe you find there is completely irresistible. Tiramisu pancakes? Check. Cauliflower bisque with fresh fennel? Yes, please. Black plum and ginger sorbet? Oh, you know it. Chef Makini Howell’s recipes are vibrant, wholesome, and absolutely popping with all the fresh flavors of the season. …Oh, and did I mention they’re all vegan?”
—The Kitchn