REVIEWS
"An herbalist and chef dishes up recipes designed to harness the natural healing properties of plants."
― Publishers Weekly
"Both a healer’s guide to food and a reinterpretation of what makes a tasty meal, Wallance’s tantalizing gluten-free cookbook celebrates fresh food’s connection to personal wellness. . . . A delicate curation of recipes and health tips for navigating complex medical diagnoses and food intolerance, Plant-Based Magic makes healthy eating a rapturous endeavor."
― Foreword
"Playful and adventurous . . . a beautifully presented cookbook with imaginative, health-focused vegan meals."
― Library Journal
“I preordered the hardcover immediately after finishing this. Plant-Based Magic is hands down the most beautiful witchy herbalist cookbook I have ever encountered. Every page feels intentional, grounded, and infused with care for both plants and people. This is not just a collection of recipes. It is a ritual, a guide, and a love letter to plant based cooking through a magical lens. The photography is stunning and earthy, the recipes feel nourishing and approachable, and the herbal wisdom woven throughout makes this book feel like something you keep on your altar as much as in your kitchen. You can feel the author’s deep respect for plants, seasons, and intuition in every chapter.”—Reviewer
“As a vegan and a picky eater, this book is to die for. So, so, so many fun recipes included and laid out in a digestible way. I love how Wallance takes the time to not only explain the contents of her dishes, but the ingredients on the molecular level. As someone with dietary restrictions, I learned so much about which foods could cause inflammation or help with pain. That's what I appreciated the most - I could understand why Wallance selected the ingredients she did.”—Reviewer
“As a practicing witch who is considering a transition to a plant-based diet for ethical reasons, it feels like this book was literally written for me. I love a cookbook that is broken up by seasons but that felt extra appropriate given the connection to earth and magic in this book. This book is filled with delicious looking recipes and so much information that I feel like it's a text that I will be returning to time and again to enhance my cooking.”—Librarian
Reviews
"Lisanna is no armchair herbalist! In an age of surface-level internet fun facts, her knowledge of plant medicine runs deep. What a gift Plant-Based Magic is in bringing these ancient techniques to the masses in approachable, nourishing recipes. Whether in potions for immunity, salads to boost digestion, or cupcakes for glowing skin, Lisanna’s creative approach to plant-based cooking showcases Earth’s abundance. This cookbook is the perfect toolkit for building your own delicious kitchen apothecary."
― Phoebe Lapine, author of Carbivoreand SIBO Made Simple
"Plant-Based Magic is a celebration of everything I love about cooking with plants―nourishing, whole ingredients that support our bodies in meaningful ways, all wrapped up in recipes that feel whimsical, enchanting, and deeply intentional. Lisanna’s collection of wildly creative recipes, from tinctures to tortes and squash soup to cinnamon rolls, delight the tastebuds while reminding us that food’s healing power truly is a kind of magic. This book has it all!"
― Ashley Madden, author of The Plant-Based Cookbook and Plant-Based Delicious
"Lisanna Wallance has created a cookbook that feels like a prescription for whole-body wellness, with meals that support everything from hydration and satiety to stress relief and glowing skin. With enchanting recipes like Blueberry Pizza, Squash and Asparagus Sauté, Adaptogenic Chocolate Mousse, Creamy Mushrooms and Beets, Lemony Okra and Squash, and Candied Citrus Cream Pie, cooking with intention has never been more approachable or exciting. Plant-Based Magic is sure to be a staple in my kitchen."
― Dustin Harder, author of The Simply Vegan Cookbook and Epic Vegan Quick and Easy
"We’ve been hearing a lot about how the food we eat can make us sick. But as Lisanna knows, when we advocate for ourselves and face the truth in the cliché that “we are what we eat,” we can get to the root of what ails us and begin a new, healthier chapter. Her story and magical recipes are a triumph in showing how food has the power to heal. The recipes in this book are not only good for you, but thoughtful and appealing, too. If food is our medicine, then let’s make it delicious!"
― Rich Landau, James Beard Award finalist and co-author of Vedge and The Vedge Bar Book
"Plant-Based Magic is a feast for the senses―vibrant, inspiring, and deeply informative. Blending the wisdom of herbal traditions with the artistry of plant-based cuisine, this book invites readers to experience food as a source of nourishment, beauty, and joy. The recipes are not only stunning but also practical, making this an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to elevate their plant-powered lifestyle."
― Brenda Davis, RD, author of Becoming Vegan
"In Plant-Based Magic, Lisanna draws on her experience of nourishing herself through chronic illness and beautifully blends the wisdom of herbalism with science. She shows how plants can support health through flavorful, approachable recipes made with mostly everyday ingredients."
― Rhyan Geiger, RD, author of Vegan Slow Cooking for Two
"In Plant-Based Magic, Lisanna Wallace imbues the world of vegan cooking with much-needed spark. The herbalist’s knowledge she brings to these recipes ensures you’ll have a functional and enjoyable time at the table."
― Alicia Kennedy, author of No Meat Required
"An engaging brew of plant science, 120 delicious recipes, and rich imagery. . . . When medicine tastes this good, the path to feeling your best becomes easier to navigate and so much more joyful. And when a book is this beautiful and beneficial, it deserves a slot on your bookshelf."
― Naturally, Danny Seo
