Welcome to Beantown Kitchen!
Hi! I’m Diana, a vegan chef, author of the award-winning Plants For You cookbook, Sierra Club cooking show host, and Plant-based Culinary Nutrition Educator based in Boston.
Since launching Beantown Kitchen in 2013, I’ve been teaching others how to prepare delicious and nutritious plant-based foods to enjoy and share with family and friends.
Plants For You Cookbook
I designed the award-winning Plants For You cookbook to help you discover the joy of preparing meals that are not only flavorful, satisfying and highly nutritious but also contribute to a healthier planet. From eco-friendly ingredient choices to steps to simplify the plant-based prep process, this cookbook is a guide to a health-promoting and sustainable way of living. As a bonus you’ll find QR codes in the book, that link to videos to support your journey.
The Latest from my Kitchen
Crunchy Kale Chips
When you want a snack that tastes indulgent but also supports your health, these Crunchy Kale Chips deliver. These kale chips crispy are savory with a touch of sweetness, and rich in...
Baked Falafel: Crispy, Herb-Loaded, and Weeknight-Friendly
There is something deeply satisfying about falafel. The combination of hearty chickpeas, bright, umami rich cumin, flavorful herbs and crispiness is a culinary treat. Traditionally falafel is fried...
How to Prepare Hearty and Satisfying Plant-based Dishes
Just Plants? How Will I Ever Feel Full? In a world brimming with convenience foods and complex dietary trends, it gets confusing. There's one simple recommendation medical and nutritional...


