Hi, I’m Donna. I’m 62 years old, originally from Woodstock, and I have been vegan for 39 years.

When I first became vegan, finding good recipes was not always easy. There were fewer choices in the shops, and many recipes needed unusual ingredients or took far too much work. So I started cooking for myself. I learned by tasting, trying, and making each recipe a little better every time.

Over the years, I gained a great deal of experience in vegan cooking. I also became curious about food from other parts of the world. Every country has its own family meals, comforting dishes, and wonderful flavors. I wanted to show that these foods could still be enjoyed while eating completely vegan.

That is how this collection of eight cookbooks began.

I personally prepared and tested every recipe in my own kitchen. I wanted each one to be simple enough to make at home, even if you are new to vegan cooking. You will not need fancy equipment or hard to find ingredients. Everything is made with familiar ingredients you can find at your local supermarket.

If a recipe was too complicated or did not taste quite right, I made it again. Only the recipes I truly enjoyed and would happily serve to my own family were included in these books.

One of my happiest moments came two years ago. After sharing so many of these meals with me, my husband decided to become vegan too. Seeing him enjoy the food and make that choice meant more to me than I can say.

I hope these cookbooks help you feel comfortable and confident in your kitchen. You can start with a cuisine you already love or try something completely new. Most of all, I hope the recipes bring good food, happy moments, and a little inspiration into your home.

Thank you for letting me share my kitchen with yours.

With love,
Donna Hensley