Spirit and Abundance

Hi, I’m Ali, A Plant-Based Chef, And Devout Food Lover Based In Rochester, NY.

I created this company to help you reconnect with yourself and others through delicious plant-based food. My philosophy around food is focused on reconnecting each of us to ourselves, communities, and the earth using vibrant, whole plant foods.

I grew up in Western New York in the finger lakes region, surrounded by the beauty and bounty of nature. After graduating from culinary school and getting my bachelor’s degree, I was more disconnected than ever. After years of struggling with weight, self-image, and food I found myself hungry not only for satiating and healthy food but to reconnect with where my food came from. I went vegan in the summer of 2017 to align my life with my values and have since lost excess weight and have regained my sense of purpose. I have also learned how to manage my depression and inflammation through diet and lifestyle changes.