creating community through vegan food

I’m Drea, a Southern California native with a passion for using food as a vessel to spread love. In April 2019, I decided to give veganism a try. What started as a month trial turned into a complete lifestyle change, as I quickly noticed how much better my body felt as a result.

For as long as I can remember, my dream has been to have my own restaurant. Cooking has always been my escape. It brings me the most joy; it’s where I draw inspiration and find peace. Becoming vegan sparked this passion more, as I was now able to challenge myself to veganize dishes I once loved. I began sharing my food with the people closest to me and realized my potential. Pushing past fear of dreaming too big or not knowing where to start, I created The Communal Vegan in the hopes that my recipes would shape a community that is both inspired to create delicious food and chase their dreams, no matter how large.

Consider this your personal invitation to my dinner table.

I’m so glad to have you over!