Ep. 416: Vegan Italian with Chef Tara

Ep. 416: Vegan Italian with Chef Tara

Author: JJ Flizanes October 7, 2025 Duration: 59:36

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Discover the delicious flavors of plant-based Italian cooking with more than 100 vegan recipes inspired by classic Italian dishes, from the owner and chef of Pura Vita "Part love letter to Italy, part encyclopedia of plant-based technique, Vegana Italiana is a joyous celebration of food, family, and heart. I want to make everything in this book!"—Joanne Molinaro, New York Times bestselling author of The Korean Vegan Ever wish you could whip up vegan versions of fresh cheese ravioli or meatballs? As the owner and chef behind the first 100% plant-based Italian restaurant in the United States, Tara Punzone knows how to transform classic Italian staples into delicious vegan dishes without sacrificing any flavor. Growing up in a big Italian family in New York, food was always at the heart of Punzone's community and gatherings. Her debut cookbook, Vegana Italiana,offers more than 100 vegan Italian recipes inspired by her family's meals and fan-favorites from her Los Angeles-based restaurant Pura Vita.

Grab your copy today at Amazon! Vegana Italiana

JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the creator of the Empowering Minds Network. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams.

She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women's Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA.

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Best selling author and empowerment strategist JJ Flizanes hosts Nutrition & Alternative Medicine, a space where the often rigid lines between conventional health advice and holistic practices begin to blur. Here, the conversation moves beyond simple diet plans to explore the interconnected systems of the body, with a particular focus on functional medicine and gut health as foundational elements. Each episode is built on the idea that true wellness requires looking at the whole person-physical, mental, and environmental. You’ll hear discussions that dive into the practicalities of gluten-free or paleo living, not as fleeting trends, but as potential tools for healing. The dialogue extends to the principles of acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and homeopathy, examining how these ancient and alternative modalities can complement modern approaches to issues like hormone balance, sustainable weight management, and chronic fatigue. This isn't just about information; it's about translating that knowledge into actionable strategies for your own life. The podcast serves as a resource for anyone feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health messages, offering clarity and inspiration on everything from the food on your plate to the energy in your living space. Tune in for thoughtful explorations that empower you to take an active, informed role in your own well-being journey, discovering how alternative paths and nutritional wisdom can work together to foster lasting health.
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