Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking with Joe Yonan

Join Chris Spear in this episode as he interviews Joe Yonan, the acclaimed food and dining editor of The Washington Post and celebrated cookbook author. Joe’s latest work, Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking, redefines plant-based food, focusing on creating flavorful and approachable dishes without dietary labels or limitations. Together, they discuss the nuances of plant-based vs. vegan terminology, the cultural roots of global plant-based cuisine, and practical techniques to elevate vegetable dishes. Tune in for Joe’s insights on culinary creativity, low-waste cooking, and embracing plant-based meals—whether for a day or a lifetime. JOE YONAN Buy the books Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking and Cool Beans Joe on Instagram and Threads Joe"s Website CHEFS WITHOUT RESTAURANTS If you enjoy the show and would like to support it financially, please check out our Sponsorship page (we get a commission when you use our links). Get the Chefs Without Restaurants Newsletter Chefs Without Restaurants Instagram, Threads, TikTok and YouTube The Chefs Without Restaurants Private Facebook Group Chris Spear"s personal chef business Perfect Little Bites PERSONAL CHEF BUSINESS STARTUP GUIDE Follow us on Instagram, Threads, TikTok and YouTube Reach out at chefstartup@gmail.com ... More Coming soon Get in touch Support the show