FOOD + LIFESTYLE BOOKS
Julie Piatt is a prolific plantbased chef and author of three best selling cookbooks. Her food is characterized by lively tasty creative flavors that satiate you and your loved ones. She came into creating food as a love offering to her plantbased endurance athlete husband and world reknowned podcast host, Rich Roll. Now, she is the leading innovator of plantbased cheese and will be launching her own brand of in store cheeses later this year. Through these cookbooks and their podcasts Julie and Rich have inspired thousands to live healthier more connected lives.
More info about all publications + where to purchase the books + testimonials are found below.
THIS CHEESE IS NUTS
In This Cheese Is Nuts, Julie is bringing that message to the forefront once more, with a stunning collection of flavorful nut-based cheeses. Julie has always been known for her dairy-free cheeses, and here she shares seventy-five recipes using almonds, cashews, and other nuts to create cheeses anyone can make right at home. Nut-based cheeses are on the cutting edge in the world of vegan cuisine. They’re remarkably simple to prepare (all you need are a few simple ingredients and a basic dehydrator), and in as little as twenty minutes, you can have an assortment of tasty fresh cheeses fit for any occasion. Even creating aged cheeses is easy—they require only a day or two in the dehydrator, so making “fancier” cheeses, like Aged Almond Cheddar, is an almost entirely hands-off process. And though they’re delectable on their own,Julie’s nut-based cheeses are a terrific component in her recipes for Raw Beet Ravioli with Cashew Truffle Cream, Country Veggie Lasagna with Fennel andBrazil Nut Pesto, French Onion Soup with Cashew Camembert, and more. Filled with the essential tips, tools, and mouth-watering recipes home cooks need to immerse themselves in the world of nut-based cheese-making, This Cheese Is Nuts will demonstrate why nut cheeses should be part of any healthy, sustainable diet.
“We’ve all heard it before: ‘I can’t give up cheese!’ This Cheese is Nuts! turns obstacles into opportunities with mouth-watering recipes that are as easy as they are delicious allowing the reader to lean into a plant-based diet without sacrificing taste and or experience. A must-read and do for anyone who loves cheese!”
“Julie Piatt has created a masterful and stylish book about one of my favorite things to eat, plant-based cheeses. This Cheese is Nuts! includes all of the elements a great book on this subject should, including original, contemporary recipes, detailed instruction related to equipment and technique, and just the right amount of WHY, the reason this way of eating and living is so relevant today, and to the future of society, our animals and our planet. This is by far the most comprehensive, well produced book I have seen on the subject.”
“Cheese was the final frontier when I decided to remove animal products from my diet, but the idea of recreating those rich and intense flavors has always seemed daunting. Julie has masterfully opened up a whole new world in This Cheese is Nuts! With crystal clear instructions, a knack for streamlining the process, and warm encouragement that radiates from the page, you’ll be enjoying her delicious dairy-free cheeses in no time. The best part? Your body will thank you for it.”
“Being a certified cheese addict while also being 100% vegan used to be a problem — but no more! Julie’s recipes for plant-based cheese are divine and decadent, and have allowed me to return to my old obsession, albeit an upgraded and healthier one! You’re gonna LOVE.”
“Yo, this book will definitely blow your mind and get you off that poisonous dairy for good. Julie is killing it in This Cheese is Nuts! So much is riding on us humans changing our eating habits (our health, the planet, the animals) and most people say its tough to give up that cheese, well...problem solved!”
“Julie Piatt is my culinary and lifestyle role model. Her knowledge and passion are top shelf. This Cheese Is Nuts! is packed with useful and inspiring information, easy to to make mouth-watering cheeses, and makes a ridiculously healthy and vibrant lifestyle approachable and fun.”
THE PLANTPOWER WAY: ITALIA
The Plantpower Way: Italia is a celebration of Italy's most delicious flavors and will show everyone a fresh, beautiful, and healthful side to Italian cooking.
A plant-fueled lifestyle guide to la bella vita, complete with 125 vegan Italian recipes, paying homage to Italy's rich food history. Julie is known for her creativity and resourcefulness in the kitchen, and her recipes will show just how rich and luscious Italian cuisine can be, without a drop of dairy in sight! Filled with fresh vegan takes on Italian staples, inventive new recipes, and stunning photographs of the Italian countryside. The Plantpower Way: Italia is filled with recipes the whole family will love.
Julie Piatt and Rich Roll have inspired countless people to embrace a plant-fueled lifestyle, and through their advocacy efforts, podcasts, and talks, thousands of people are now living healthier and more vibrant lives. With this cookbook, they're doing it again, with added Italian flair. If you think a healthy vegan lifestyle means giving up your favorite creamy pastas and cheesy pizzas, then think again.
“The Plantpower Way: Italia is a great example of how we live life as Italians both here, and in Italy. Fruits and vegetables are the cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet. These recipes are indulgent, but made with integrity and a healthful, plant-based twist. These dishes will keep your friends and family happy, fullfilled, and grateful for nourishing food and company.”
THE PLANTPOWER WAY
A transformative family lifestyle guide on the power of plant-based eating — with 120 easy-to-prepare whole food recipes, including hearty breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, plus healthful and delicious smoothies and juices, and decadent desserts.
Created by renowned vegan ultra-distance athlete and high-profile wellness advocate Rich Roll and his chef wife Julie Piatt, The Plantpower Way shares the joy and vibrant health they and their whole family have experienced living a plant-based lifestyle. Bursting with inspiration and practical guidance.
Beyond the plate, at its core, The Plantpower Way is a plant-centric lifestyle primer that finally provides the modern family with a highly accessible roadmap to long-term wellness and vibrant body, mind, and spirit health. The Plantpower Way is better than a diet: It's a celebration of a delicious, simple, and sustainable lifestyle that will give families across the country a new perspective and path to living their best life.
“This is not your typical recipe book. It is a book about hope, and the universally shared belief that any one of us can be better . . . You will not find better guides in that quest.”
“As an integrative gastroenterologist, I’m intimately familiar with the disease promoting effects of the Standard American Diet on our digestive system. If you’re looking to heal yourself from the inside out, treat the root cause of most medical problems, and reclaim your health and vitality, start with this book. Let Rich and Julie be your guide on an incredible journey of transformation - there’s no telling how far you could go! ”
“Rich and Julie know that total and sustainable health is the key to unlocking the greatest potential in all of us. But we just need to take the first step. In this life-changing book, they offer powerful tools to ignite your body and mind.”
“The world’s longest-lived people overwhelmingly eat plant-based diets. Their secret: making plant foods delicious. The Plantpower Way embodies that secret, showing us how to make plant-based living accessible and tasty. It should have its place in every American kitchen. ”
“Rich and Julie have rolled out a plant powered world that has it all! Run, walk, or jump in, and enjoy the journey that awaits. You’ll never be the same.”
“The most effective way to get healthy is to get healthy together as a family and The Plantpower Way proves just that. This is a delicious roadmap to help you incorporate the power of plants into your diet every day. And the best part? Your whole family will love eating this food.”
“What I love about Rich and Julie’s program is that you can dip in and find so many luscious health-giving recipes that are fairly effortless to make. And then when you start feeling that delicious food lighting up every cell in your body, you’ll want to experiment a little bit more. Julie and Rich will not only help you get your body happy, but your soul will soar too!”
“Rich and Julie are living proof of the wonders that a plant-based diet can work for athletes and families alike. Even if you’re not training for an ultra marathon, you’ll love The Plantpower Way!”
“This family-friendly book will not only raise your food IQ but it will give you the confidence to develop habits that contribute to a more sustainable planet as well as optimal health and wellbeing.”
“Rich Roll has transformed his life and can help you do the same. The Plantpower Way provides a clear roadmap to a healthier, happier lifestyle. A must read for anyone looking to make positive, substantive change, from the inside out.”
“I loved Rich Roll’s Finding Ultra. It really inspired me, but it did leave me wanting more. I wanted to know exactly what Rich was doing to fuel his body. Well, now I have all of his secrets. This beautiful book has all his meals with beautiful pictures and easy to follow recipes. This definitely will become prescribed reading for my patients.”
“Whether you aim to run an ultramarathon, or want to be your best at whatever you’re doing, this book is for you. In The Plantpower Way, Rich Roll and Julie Piatt give us a look into their kitchen and the way that a whole food, plant-based diet has become a fun and powerfully healthy endeavor for the whole family. With insightful guidance and delicious recipes, this book is a great resource for anyone looking to find health. And with all that extra plantpowered energy, who knows how far you’ll go.”
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