About Us – VegaEasy | Expert Vegan Recipe Creators Making Plant-Based Cooking Simple

Our Purpose

It was a Tuesday morning when Daniel found himself staring at yet another bland, uninspiring plate of food. He’d been vegan for months, but everything felt like a compromise—like he was constantly trying to recreate what he used to eat instead of celebrating what he could create.

That’s the moment VegaEasy was born. Not in some boardroom with fancy presentations, but in Daniel’s Austin kitchen, surrounded by wilted vegetables and a growing frustration that plant-based cooking didn’t have to be this hard.

We exist because we believe food should bring joy, not stress. We’re here for the person standing in their kitchen at 6 PM wondering how to make dinner exciting again. We’re here for the curious carnivore who wants to try something new. We’re here for busy families, college students, and anyone who’s ever thought, “I want to eat better, but I don’t know where to start.”

Our Mission

Every single day, we’re in our kitchens testing recipes until they work for real people with real lives. Sarah burns things (we love her anyway), Emily over-spices everything (it usually works out), and Daniel thinks kale chips count as dessert (jury’s still out on that one).

We create step-by-step vegan recipes that anyone can follow—from quick 15-minute dinners to show-stopping weekend projects. Because over 200,000 people trust us with their meal planning each month, and honestly? That responsibility keeps us up at night in the best possible way.

We’re not just sharing recipes; we’re building a community where plant-based cooking feels accessible, exciting, and completely doable—even on your messiest Tuesday.

Our Vision

Picture this: your kids asking for seconds on roasted Brussels sprouts. Your partner actually getting excited about the healthy meal you made. Your grocery budget AND your energy levels both feeling sustainable.

We’re working toward a world where vegan cooking isn’t a Pinterest fantasy—it’s just Tuesday night in your actual kitchen. Where plant-based meals aren’t something you have to convince people to try, but something they actively crave.

We want to be the global go-to source for vegan recipes that work every single time, building a supportive community that makes this lifestyle feel natural, joyful, and completely sustainable.

Our Core Values

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Simplicity First

If Emily’s 8-year-old niece can’t pronounce an ingredient, we find a better option. Our “Tuesday night test” means every recipe works for tired parents with hungry kids and 20 minutes max.

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Fresh & Real

We use ingredients you can actually find at your local grocery store. No hunting for exotic superfoods—just fresh, whole plants that taste amazing and make you feel incredible.

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Everyone Welcome

Whether you’re vegan-curious, flexitarian, or fully plant-based, you belong here. We meet people where they are, not where we think they should be.

Creative Joy

Cooking should spark joy, not stress. We love surprising you with flavor combinations that make you go “wait, that’s vegan?” in the best way possible.

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Planet-Conscious

Every recipe we share is a small step toward a more sustainable food system. We’re not preachy about it—we just believe delicious food can also be kind to our planet.

Meet Our Expert Team (The Humans Behind the Screen)

Daniel Brooks

Daniel Brooks

Founder & Recipe Developer
Austin, TX • Age 35

Passionate vegan recipe developer based in Austin, blending tradition with innovation. Inspired by global flavors, I craft approachable, plant-based dishes that celebrate vegetables, empower home cooks, and make plant-based eating flavorful, exciting, and accessible for everyone through vegaeasy.com.

Emily Carter

Emily Carter

Editor-in-Chief & Content Strategist
Portland, OR • Age 42

Editor-in-Chief at VegaEasy.com, I combine storytelling and strategy to make plant-based living practical, inspiring, and accessible. With a background in vegan publishing, I champion clarity, compassion, and community, guiding readers and brands toward balanced, values-driven lifestyle change.

Sarah Mitchell

Sarah Mitchell

Food Photographer & Visual Creator
Los Angeles, CA • Age 31

Vegan food photographer passionate about capturing vibrant, plant-based stories. From cafés to cookbooks, I blend natural light and styling to highlight every ingredient’s beauty, helping chefs, brands, and creators showcase food that inspires, connects, and celebrates the art of plant-based living.

Olivia Johnson

Olivia Johnson

Social Media & Community Manager
Miami, FL • Age 29

Social media strategist blending creativity with data to build authentic digital communities. From startups to lifestyle brands, I craft campaigns rooted in storytelling, consistency, and connection—helping businesses grow online with strategies that spark engagement, inspire action, and create loyal audiences.

Hannah Reed

Hannah Reed

Content Writer & Storyteller
Seattle, WA • Age 28

Seattle-based vegan writer using storytelling to make plant-based living relatable and human. Through honest reflections and everyday experiences, I craft content that connects emotionally, inspires curiosity, and helps others embrace compassion, sustainability, and flavor on their own journeys.

Michael Turner

Michael Turner

Health-Focused Recipe Developer
Chicago, IL • Age 33

Chicago-based food writer and recipe developer passionate about making healthy eating simple, flavorful, and sustainable. Through approachable recipes and wellness articles, I inspire readers to see food as self-care—fueling energy, focus, and joy without stress or unnecessary complexity.

Jason Miller

Jason Miller

Content Writer & SEO Specialist
Denver, CO • Age 37

Vegan nutrition writer helping conscious brands and professionals craft authentic, SEO-driven content that educates, inspires, and connects. Based in Colorado, I merge storytelling with strategy to give plant-based voices visibility while making meaningful ideas resonate with readers and communities.

Jessica Collins

Jessica Collins

Content Writer & Vegan Storyteller
Brooklyn, NY • Age 26

Brooklyn-based vegan food writer blending recipes with cultural storytelling. From viral articles to community features, I amplify plant-based voices and experiences, inspiring readers to explore flavors, connect with culture, and see food as a movement shaping today’s world.

How We Actually Do This Work

Every VegaEasy recipe goes through our rigorous “real kitchen test.” Daniel creates the initial recipe, then our entire team tests it in their own kitchens—different stoves, different skill levels, different time constraints.

Sarah photographs each step, ensuring our visuals actually help you succeed. Emily reviews every word for clarity and accuracy. Michael analyzes the nutritional profile. Hannah writes the story that helps you connect with the dish.

We don’t publish anything until it passes what we call “the Tuesday night test”—tired parent, hungry family, minimal prep time. If it doesn’t work under those real-world conditions, we start over.

We also actively listen to our community feedback. When readers tell us a recipe didn’t work, we don’t just apologize—we go back to our kitchens and figure out why, then update the recipe and process.

Why Trust Us? (Fair Question!)

Our team has collectively developed over 1,000 tested vegan recipes, but more importantly, we eat this food every day. Daniel has been refining plant-based cooking techniques for over a decade. Emily has successfully fed a plant-based family for 12+ years. Sarah has photographed food for countless vegan restaurants and cookbooks.

We’ve helped over 200,000 people discover that vegan food can be their favorite food. Our recipes have been featured in plant-based publications, and our community regularly shares their success stories.

But here’s what really matters: we’re honest about our failures. We tell you when recipes don’t work, when ingredients are hard to find, and when we’re still figuring things out. We’re not perfect—we’re just really committed to helping you succeed in your own kitchen.

Every recipe on VegaEasy comes with our personal guarantee: if it doesn’t work for you, email us. We’ll troubleshoot with you personally or improve the recipe based on your experience.

Our Promise to You

We promise to always test our recipes in real kitchens before sharing them. We promise to use ingredients you can actually find at your local grocery store. We promise to be honest when something doesn’t work and quick to fix it when it doesn’t.

We fact-check our nutrition information, cite our sources, and update our content regularly as we learn new techniques. When we make mistakes (and we do), we admit them publicly and learn from them.

Most importantly, we promise to always remember that you’re a real person with real constraints—time, budget, skill level, picky family members. Our job isn’t to impress you with complicated techniques; it’s to help you succeed with delicious, nourishing food.

Let’s Stay Connected (We Actually Read Our Emails)

General Questions & Recipe Help

Need help with a recipe? Have a suggestion? Just want to say hi? We personally read and respond to every email, usually within 24-48 hours.

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Technical Support

Having trouble with the website, your account, or subscription? Our tech wizard Mike personally handles every support email and usually responds within 24 hours.

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Careers & Opportunities

Want to join our beautifully chaotic team? We’re always looking for passionate people who get excited about plant-based cooking and helping others discover amazing food.

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For Writers & Contributors

Love writing about vegan cooking? We’re always scouting for contributors who blend personal experience with solid research—and aren’t afraid to share their kitchen disasters!

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