Colleen Patrick-Goudreau (born March 8, 1970, inWestfield, New Jersey) is an American author, lecturer,[1][2] TEDx speaker, cultural commentator, andpodcaster. Patrick-Goudreau advocatesveganism as a means by which to prevent cruelty to animals.[3]
Patrick-Goudreau has written several books, including her first,The Joy of Vegan Baking in 2007 (which was re-issued for the 10-year-anniversary edition in 2017), followed byThe Vegan Table: 200 Unforgettable Recipes for Entertaining about whichLibrary Journal wrote, "Her sophisticated but mostly uncomplicated recipes will appeal to nonvegans and vegans alike."[4] Her bookColor Me Vegan is organized by color to highlight the phytochemicals in plant foods.[5] Her bookThe 30-Day Vegan Challenge includes recipes and a "crash course in veganism," according toBust.[6] The book also addresses the health benefits of being a vegan.[7] The30-Day Vegan Challenge helps dispel the myth that veganism is about "deprivation and limitations," according to theOregonian.[8]
Her most recent book,The Joyful Vegan: How to Stay Vegan in a World That Wants You to Eat, Meat, Dairy and Eggs," was published by BenBella Books in 2020.
In 2005, Patrick-Goudreau founded the podcastFood for Thought which has been voted "Favorite Podcast" by readers ofVegNews for several consecutive years.[9][10] She has another podcast calledANIMALOGY, which examines the animal-related words and expressions we use and what they say about the relationship between human and non-human animals, which is also the topic of her 2020 TEDx talk.[11] Patrick-Goudreau is also a contributor toNPR.[12] She was featured onVegan Mashup, a show produced forPBS.[13] Patrick-Goudreau has appeared on national and regional TV programs, includingCBS withGood Day Sacramento, andFOX where she has shared her knowledge and recipes.[14]
Patrick-Goudreau lives inOakland, California with her husband David and two cats, Charlie and Michiko.[15]
Patrick-Goudreau, Colleen (2017).The Joy of Vegan Baking: Revised and Updated Edition: More than 150 Traditional Treats and Sinful Sweets. Fair Winds Press.ISBN978-1592332809.[16]
Patrick-Goudreau, Colleen (2009).The Vegan Table: 200 Unforgettable Recipes for Entertaining Every Guest at Every Occasion[ISBN missing]
Color Me Vegan: Maximize Your Nutrient Intake and Optimize Your Health By Eating Antioxidant-Rich, Fiber-packed, Color-intense Meals That Taste Great. Fair Winds Press. 2010.ISBN978-1592334391.[17]
Vegan's Daily Companion: 365 Days of Inspiration for Cooking, Eating, and Living Compassionately.Quarry Books. 2011.ISBN978-1-59253-679-5.
Patrick-Goudreau, Colleen (2020)The Joyful Vegan: How to Stay Vegan in a World That Wants You to Eat Meat, Dairy, and Eggs. BenBella Books. 2020.ISBN978-1948836463
Patrick-Goudreau, Colleen (2013).On Being Vegan: Reflections on a Compassionate Life[ISBN missing]
