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, poet, and educator known for my kitchen wisdom.

Inspiring a creative approach to life in and out of the kitchen, I provide seasonally focused class options for the home chef. Whether I help you to make a balanced, wholesome dinner, create a holiday menu, or provide guidance on how to make the tastiest pastry, 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.

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 classes, food photography and styling, recipe development, writing, and collaborations. Say hello through my contact page.

A well-rounded life. A creative life. This is Thirsty Radish.