Vegan Anniversary in the Bay Area
A Decade of Sweet Memories from Brazil and Cultural Exchanges in the United States
Discover Brazilian cuisine with a compassionate and modern twist. Go beyond the recipes and dive into the cultural stories that bridge tradition with multicultural living.
Authored by Thaisa Fernandes, a social entrepreneur and animal rights advocate, and designed by Izabelle Alvares, an art director with a Do-It-Yourself attitude who finds her favorite creative outlet in food.
This book is more than just a collection of recipes; it's a celebration of food, culture, and the personal stories that unite them. Whether you're new to veganism or a seasoned plant-based eater, Vegan Anniversary in the Bay Area is your guide to embracing Brazil’s flavors and multicultural spirit with compassion.
Available at online booksellers and physical bookstores
THIS BOOK INCLUDES
Authentic Vegan Recipes: From brigadeiro to pudim to pão de queijo, indulge in Brazilian sweets and savories.
Cultural Narratives: Discover the personal stories behind each recipe, connecting readers to the cultural heritage of both Brazil and the Bay Area.
Original Visuals: Photography that captures the beauty of these dishes and offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into the creative process.
Multicultural Fusion: Experience the blend of Brazilian, French, and American culinary traditions—perfect for anyone looking to expand their vegan horizons.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Thaisa Fernandes
Thaisa Fernandes helps businesses create products and programs. She has spent a decade in Silicon Valley leading tech teams. Thaisa is passionate about creating communities and using her writing to empower minority groups.
Thaisa believes cooking is an essential skill everyone should possess and cherish, as it’s fundamental to human survival. She loves honoring her Latin American heritage by creating vegan versions of her favorite dishes, blending them with influences from her multicultural life.
She co-authored the first-ever book on Product Management by Brazilian women, involving over 20 writers. Thaisa's also a social entrepreneur with projects like the Latinx in Power podcast, featuring stories of Latin and Caribbean leaders.
ABOUT THE ART DIRECTOR
Izabelle Alvares
Izabelle Alvares is a graphic designer and art director with 15 years of experience blending editorial design, branding, and experiential design. She views design as a catalyst for meaningful social change and thrives on projects that celebrate collective intelligence and diverse perspectives. Her portfolio includes meaningful, multidisciplinary work that embodies a positive impact and a forward-thinking attitude.
For Izabelle, food is more than sustenance—it’s her muse. Whether she’s cooking, creating collages, photographing, or filming recipe videos, food consistently inspires and nourishes not only her body but also her mind and creative soul.
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