Fresh. Inventive. Delicious.

With an expertise in utilizing unfamiliar and extraordinary fruits and vegetables, Laura's recipes elevate plant-based cooking to a whole new level. Recipes can be tailored to any lifestyle or way of eating.

For a sampling of Laura’s recipes, check out The Berkeley Bowl Cookbook, or her correspondent’s page at the Bay Area News Group.

Food Philosophy

My recipes are rooted in the Mediterranean dishes of my childhood, with an emphasis on whole foods, fruits and vegetables, and no shortage of good olive oil. Born and raised in California but with a period living in Spain, I love to incorporate the flavors of international cuisine into my cooking. I also firmly believe cooking is a way to deepen our appreciation for other cultures and the bounty of incredible edible plans the world offers us, and my recipes reflect that.