Chili aux lentilles rouges

Chef AJ

Chef AJ is a passionate advocate for plant-based living with over 43 years of experience in a plant-exclusive diet. Known for her TV show Healthy Living with Chef AJ on Foody TV, she combines her love for cooking with a mission to make healthy eating fun and accessible. As a chef, culinary instructor, and professional speaker, Chef AJ is dedicated to teaching people how to create delicious, healing foods. Her transformative journey from a junk-food vegan diagnosed with pre-cancerous polyps to a vibrant advocate for whole, unprocessed foods is chronicled in her book Unprocessed: How to Achieve Vibrant Health and Your Ideal Weight. Chef AJ’s latest book, The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss, has been a game-changer for many, helping individuals conquer cravings and embrace a healthier lifestyle. Formerly the Executive Pastry Chef at Santé Restaurant in Los Angeles, Chef AJ gained fame for her sugar, oil, salt, and gluten-free desserts, made entirely from whole fruit—recipes featured in her book A Date With Dessert. She is also the creator of the Ultimate Weight Loss Program, which has empowered hundreds to achieve their health goals. In 2018, Chef AJ was inducted into the Vegetarian Hall of Fame, and she remains passionate about making healthy eating easy, fun, and incredibly delicious.