Max La Manna is a zero-waste vegan chef and award-winning author.

His debut cookbook More Plants Less Waste is the World’s 2nd Most Sustainable Cookbook voted by Gourmand International.

Max’s mission is to re-frame how we view the leftovers and scraps that are typically thrown away to prevent them going to landfill. 

Max uses social media to draw light to climate issues and de-stigmatise the waste we create in our kitchens by creating simple, innovative and exciting recipes. He also runs monthly supper clubs, campaigns for plastic-free produce and encourages a mindful approach to lifestyle.