About Vanessa Young, Founder of Thirsty Radish

Welcome to Thirsty Radish. From butchers to bakers, my family is a long line of self-taught and professional chefs. I meld their influences in an artful approach to dishes with a focus on seasonal meals. I am a writer, recipe developer, and educator known for my kitchen wisdom and commitment to mindful living.

Inspiring a creative approach to life in and out of the kitchen, I provide seasonally focused class options. Whether I help you to make a festive holiday meal or wholesome dinner, I love increasing people’s confidence in their cooking skills and comfort level in their own kitchens.

With a joyful approach, I help home chefs of all ages become more versatile in their approach to food, often reigniting their passion for cooking. I am a frequent presenter on topics related to food, wellness, and the arts.

As mindful living extends beyond food, I also share my expertise in meditation, the study of happiness, and our innate connection to nature through classes designed to help you reconnect with your inner spark and enhance well-being.

My poetry and photography have been featured in a variety of publications including The Inquisitive Eater, Chronogram, Juked, Prick of the Spindle, The Monarch Review, Ginosko Literary Review, Black Heart Magazine, At Home New Jersey, Southern Cast Iron Magazine, Natural Awakenings Magazine and many additional publications.

I am available for cooking classes, meditation and mindful living classes, guest speaking, food photography and styling, recipe development, writing, and collaborations. Say hello through my contact page.