Kathy Patalsky

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Location
Los Angeles, CA
School
American University, UCLA
Expertise
Plant-Based Cooking, Healthy Eating, Food Trends & Culture
  • Kathy is the creator of "Healthy Happy Life," a groundbreaking vegan lifestyle blog launched in 2007.
  • She is the author of two bestselling cookbooks: "365 Vegan Smoothies" and" Healthy Happy Vegan Kitchen."
  • She also prides herself on being a fruit connoisseur, constantly on the hunt for the perfect peaches and cherries.

Experience

Kathy brings 15 years of expertise as a food writer, photographer, and recipe developer specializing in vibrant, approachable, plant-based cooking. Her recipes blend bold flavors with nutritional know-how, aiming to make healthy eating fun and accessible for everyone. Her work has been featured on the cover of VegNews magazine and in major media outlets. She has also collaborated with top brands like DOLE, Le Creuset, and Disney. Kathy's engaging storytelling and photography have inspired countless home cooks and earned her recognition in the plant-based food community. A California native, she is passionate about traveling, wellness, and pop culture.

Education

Kathy holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Health Promotion from American University in Washington, D.C. She has also studied photography at Otis College of Art and Design and earned a certificate in screenwriting from UCLA's Professional Program.

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