PLVNTFOOD

WELCOME TO PLVNTFOOD

Hey, hi! Brianna here, the creative force behind PLVNTFOOD. My goal is to show you that vegan food isn’t boring, is easy to make, and that you can still enjoy anything in a cruelty free way. Quite literally- anything you can do, I can do vegan! I make anything from the gooiest, cheesiest mac & cheeses, to the most vibrant, fresh, & bright salads. PLVNTFOOD truly is a one stop shop for all your vegan recipe needs. Search for your favorite recipes in the search bar, or by category! And as always, make sure to tag me @plvntfood on instagram if you make any, so I can see & share your recreations! Let’s make vegan food sexy together… shall we?!

WHY VEGAN

FOR THE ANIMALS
Preventing the exploitation of animals is not the only reason for becoming vegan, but for many it remains the key factor in their decision to go vegan and stay vegan. Having emotional attachments with animals may form part of that reason, while many believe that all sentient creatures have a right to life and freedom. Specifics aside, avoiding animal products is one of the most obvious ways you can take a stand against animal cruelty and animal exploitation everywhere.

FOR YOUR HEALTH
More and more people are turning to a vegan diet for the health benefits: increased energy, younger looking skin and eternal youth are just some of the claims from this type of diet. Well planned plant-based diets are rich in protein, iron, calcium and other essential vitamins and minerals. The plant-based sources of these nutrients tend to be low in saturated fat, high in fibre and packed with antioxidants, helping mitigate some of the modern world’s biggest health issues like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and cancer, among many others.

FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
From recycling our household rubbish to cycling to work, we’re all aware of ways to live a greener life. One of the most effective things an individual can do to lower their carbon footprint is to avoid all animal products.

I am Brianna Gallo, the chef and creative force behind PLVNT. Since I was young I gravitated to art. What other way do we, as humans, cross so many boundaries to connect with others and to nurture emotionally and compassionately than through art? Here at PLVNT I understand that food is art and while vegan food has, in some circles inherited the reputation of being “boring rabbit food”, I am certain I can change that perception and in fact blow your mind with what I can do. My mission is to heal, inspire, tease, delight and encourage both the exploration of possibly new cuisines as well as show that what you eat can be your medicine, mind body and soul.

My personal journey started when I was young, learning from my Italian grandmother & the recipes she maintained that had been passed down to her. As I grew so did my love of art, music, and food. With a love of food sometimes comes an increase in weight, so when I moved to California later in life I decided to get my health dialed in and began exploring gluten free cooking & veganism. As a true sensualist and artist at heart I experimented and read a lot. As an autodidactic chef, I was my own test subject. I lost over 100 pounds and have kept that weight off now with the help of healthy exercise and delicious plant based foods. I also began incorporating extra additives such as CBD to treat anxiety and even to support the health of those I have been lucky enough to cook for.

I want you to see how beautiful the array of color and texture is in a properly curated plant based meal. I want you to smell the spices and herbs, I want you to taste the complexity of what truly healthy, artistically driven and mindful plant based creations can be like. I want you to feel better! Doctors everywhere agree that a diet higher in plant based foods help reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes. And lastly, I personally want to hear those blissful sighs as you savor the last bite. What can I say? It is my pleasure to feed you. Welcome to PLVNT.