# Event Details - **Event Name**: An Evening with Pura Vita's Tara Punzone and Ellen Kanner - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Renowned chef Tara Punzone joins us for VEGANA ITALIANA with Miami's own plant-based chef Ellen Kanner!About this EventBooks & Books is proud to present an evening with Tara Punzone discussing Vegana Italiana: Traditional Italian the Plant-Based Way; A Vegan Cookbook (Rodale Books, $32.50). She will be in conversation with Ellen Kanner. Discover the delicious flavors of plant-based Italian cooking with more than 100 vegan recipes inspired by classic Italian dishes, from the owner and chef of Pura Vita***Please note: This event will take place at the Books & Books in Coral Gables at 265 Aragon Ave. Tickets are FREE and books will be available for purchase at the event. Want your copy early or can't make it in-person?About the Book:Discover the delicious flavors of plant-based Italian cooking with more than 100 vegan recipes inspired by classic Italian dishes, from the owner and chef of Pura Vita“Part love letter to Italy, part encyclopedia of plant-based technique, Vegana Italiana is a joyous celebration of food, family, and heart. I want to make everything in this book!”—Joanne Molinaro, New York Times bestselling author of The Korean VeganEver wish you could whip up vegan versions of fresh cheese ravioli or meatballs? As the owner and chef behind the first 100% plant-based Italian restaurant in the United States, Tara Punzone knows how to transform classic Italian staples into delicious vegan dishes without sacrificing any flavor. Growing up in a big Italian family in New York, food was always at the heart of Punzone's community and gatherings. Her debut cookbook, Vegana Italiana, offers more than 100 vegan Italian recipes inspired by her family’s meals and fan-favorites from her Los Angeles-based restaurant Pura Vita.When Punzone decided to go vegan when she was twelve years old, she learned how to follow a vegan lifestyle without compromising her traditions, heritage, or love of bold flavors, and this cookbook shares her tips to help you do the same, while also embracing new techniques and flavors along the way. She also shares her personal stories and memories from growing up in New York and moving to California as well as the culinary inspiration she received from her family.With tips for stocking your pantry and strategies to replicate Italian essentials like mozzarella and ricotta cheese, Vegana Italiana includes delicious recipes like:• The Basics: Macadamia Parmigiano, Alfredo Sauce, and Roasted Garlic Aioli• Antipasti: Bruschetta, Garlic Parmigiano Potato Wedges, and Strawberry Almond Ricotta Crostini• Insalata e Verdure: Caprese, Peppas, and Stuffed Artichokes• Soups and Stews: Minestrone, Sicilian Red Lentil, and Roasted Garlic Creamy Tomato Soup• Pasta: Ravioli Pomodoro, Pesto Calabrese, and Cacio e Pepe• Secondi: Eggplant Parmigiana, Meatball Parmigiano Hero, and Heartbeet Risotto• Dolci: Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, and Lemon Mint GranitaComplete with gorgeous full-color photography taken at Pura Vita, Vegana Italiana is your ultimate guide to vegan Italian cooking.About the Author:Chef Tara Punzone is an Italian American from New York who has thrived on a vegan diet for over thirty years. In 2018, Tara opened Pura Vita West Hollywood, the first 100% plant-based Italian restaurant and wine bar in the United States. She is also the winner of the National Award for "Chef of the Year" by VegOut Magazine.About the Moderator:Ellen Kanner is the soulful vegan award-winning author of Feeding the Hungry Ghost: Life, Faith and What to Eat for Dinner. She writes about the intersection of food, culture, community, wellness, and sustainability for numerous outlets including HuffPost, Whetstone, Civil Eats, Saveur, EatingWell, VegNews, the Miami Herald, and Edible South Florida. Ellen is an internationally recognized vegan chef and advocate, culinary instructor and a Miami native. She presents on all things plantbased but also about food as cultural connection, a way to bring the world into your kitchen. Her upcoming cookbook, Miami Vegan: Plantbased Recipes from the Tropics to Your Table invites you to taste Miami with plantbased recipes reflecting Miami’s cultural and culinary diversity. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b724cd70-8bd6-11f0-99cd-752bf2e2ddba-rimg-w740-h740-dc010101-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/coral-gables/an-evening-with-pura-vitas-tara-punzone-and-ellen-kanner/100001652899349449 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, art, literary-art, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Coral Gables - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Books & Books - **lat**: 25.742511 - **long**: -80.27848999999998 - **full address**: Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: An Evening with Pura Vita's Tara Punzone and Ellen Kanner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/64abdee655f57ce444d01d9238b00af600fbc96007a4c5e1645cb57f1a1ba2ad-rimg-w1200-h600-dc171617-gmir.jpg?v=1757241480 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is An Evening with Pura Vita's Tara Punzone and Ellen Kanner being held? - **A:** An Evening with Pura Vita's Tara Punzone and Ellen Kanner takes place on Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 04 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing An Evening with Pura Vita's Tara Punzone and Ellen Kanner? - **A:** An Evening with Pura Vita's Tara Punzone and Ellen Kanner is organized by Books & Books. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** An Evening with Pura Vita's Tara Punzone and Ellen Kanner is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Coral Gables, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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