10 Plant-Based Chefs You Should Be Following Right Now

Vidya Maharaj is a trailblazing pharma executive and accomplished epidemiologist who went on to become the executive chef at one of the hottest fusion restaurants in Miami Beach, and co-founded The Rookman Hospitality & Food Group. She is an innovator in the kitchen, creating bold dishes with Indian flavors and colors, and showcasing her love for breaking new ground in culinary exploration. Vidya was the chef behind the Impossible Food Cafe at the Vegan Women Summit 2023, and we're still dreaming of her delectable eats!

Sonia Steele, also known as Chef Vegan Vicki, is the winner of the Vegan Women Summit 2023 Top Chef Competition, and owner of Koncious Kuisine LLC. With over 10 years of experience in helping others make 'koncious' decisions about their food, Chef Vegan Vicki
is an expert in developing wholesome and irresistible vegan recipes. She is the first Vegan Chef Partner with Aramark at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, a major sports arena in Cleveland. 

Dora Stone is the founder, recipe developer, and photographer at Dora’s Table and Mi Mero Mole. Born and raised in Mexico and a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in New York, she adopted a vegan diet to take control of her health. Dora was a Finalist for the Vegan Women Summit Top Chef Competition 2023, wowing the judges with her innovative yet traditional Chiles en Nogada.

Asisa is the creator of ACurlyDhall, as well as a homemaker, mother, and content creator. She inspires and motivates busy millennial mothers who are health-conscious and want to adopt a more sustainable way of living. Asisa was a Finalist for the Vegan Women Summit Top Chef Competition 2023, and she blew us away with her wholesome take on chick'n and waffles.

Sara Tercero is a professional Chef and the face behind BetterFoodGuru. It is her mission to prove that plants are delicious and to help others cook and eat their way to health and happiness. Her recipes are inspired by global flavors and her love for eating the rainbow. Her debut cookbook is Plant-based Diet in 30 Days.

Adjoa Courtney, known as Chef Joya, is the South's leading Queer and vegan personal chef. She is the owner of Brunchin' with Chef Joya, a monthly pop-up vegan brunch experience in Charlotte. Chef Joya is also the creator behind the newly-launched culinary tour The Taste of Motown, and author of five self-published vegan cookbooks.

Joanne Molinaro, known as The Korean Vegan, is an author, runner, podcaster, and attorney who has seamlessly woven a tapestry of talents into her vibrant online presence. With an impressive following of 4.5 million across various social media platforms, Joanne has captivated audiences not only with her culinary prowess but also with her characteristic efficiency.

Chef Babette Davis is a powerhouse who has embraced her passions and crafted an exceptional path. At the forefront of her endeavors is a thriving vegan restaurant, Stuff I Eat, a testament to her culinary expertise and dedication to promoting conscious eating. Beyond the kitchen, Davis extends her influence by conducting online cooking classes, penning cookbooks, and lending her voice to health summits and speaking engagements, where her wisdom resonates with eager listeners.

Chef Dominique Williamson, known as VeganHippieSol, is a skilled chef with a strong connection to her Southern culinary heritage. Raised on a diet rich in soul food classics, her appreciation for these dishes runs deep. Upon adopting a plant-based lifestyle, she dedicated herself to innovating traditional Southern cuisine into vegan delights, and has since authored multiple e-books including Vegan Hippie Sol: Delicious Recipes for the Plant-Based Soul.

Elle, known as Vegan Bunny Chef, is a recipe developer, blogger, photographer, and creator. She loves to cook fun, colorful, and wholesome plant-based food. She believes that dining should be a complete experience, enjoyable from the first sight of the food, to the taste, and then to the feeling afterward.