Angela Liddon

Angela Liddon is a Canadian food writer, recipe developer, and cookbook author best known for her plant-based food blog "Oh She Glows" and her bestselling cookbooks. She launched her blog in 2008, documenting her recovery from an eating disorder through her journey with plant-based cooking. The Oh She Glows brand has expanded to include multiple New York Times bestselling cookbooks, including "The Oh She Glows Cookbook" (2014) and "Oh She Glows Every Day" (2016). Liddon's work focuses on creating accessible vegan recipes using whole food ingredients, with her recipes being featured in major publications including The Huffington Post, Chatelaine, and VegNews. Liddon's approach to recipe development emphasizes both nutrition and taste, drawing from her self-taught cooking experience and personal health journey. Her photography and food styling have become distinctive elements of her brand, contributing to her significant social media following and digital presence. She has continued to evolve her platform through the development of the Oh She Glows recipe app and maintains an active role in the plant-based cooking community through various digital channels. Liddon's work has helped popularize plant-based cooking among mainstream audiences, particularly through her focus on familiar comfort foods reimagined with vegan ingredients.

Readers appreciate Liddon's clear instructions and practical approach to vegan cooking. Many reviewers note her recipes require minimal specialty ingredients and work consistently, with specific praise for her lentil-walnut loaf and cashew-based sauces. Users frequently mention the photography helps them know what the finished dish should look like. Readers value her personal stories and tips for recipe success. Common criticisms include: - Lengthy recipe introductions - Reliance on nuts and cashews in many recipes - Some ingredients can be expensive - Recipes sometimes require multiple steps/components Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: - Oh She Glows Cookbook: 4.3/5 (27,000+ ratings) - Oh She Glows Every Day: 4.4/5 (8,000+ ratings) Amazon: - Oh She Glows Cookbook: 4.7/5 (2,800+ ratings) - Oh She Glows Every Day: 4.7/5 (1,200+ ratings) App Store rating for Oh She Glows recipe app: 4.8/5 (2,400+ ratings)

The Oh She Glows Cookbook: Over 100 Vegan Recipes to Glow from the Inside Out (2014) Collection of plant-based recipes featuring whole food ingredients, with emphasis on breakfast dishes, smoothies, and main courses.

Oh She Glows Every Day: Quick and Simply Satisfying Plant-Based Recipes (2016) Compilation of vegan recipes designed for everyday cooking, including make-ahead meals, portable snacks, and one-pot dishes.

Oh She Glows for Dinner: Nourishing Plant-Based Meals to Keep You Glowing (2020) Recipe collection focused on dinner options and meal planning, including pasta dishes, soups, stews, and plant-based proteins.

Tess Masters creates plant-based recipes with an emphasis on whole foods and seasonal ingredients. Her photography style and recipe development process aligns with Liddon's approach.

Dana Shultz focuses on minimalist vegan cooking with accessible ingredients found in standard grocery stores. Her recipe testing methodology matches Liddon's attention to detail and reliability.

Sarah Britton develops plant-based recipes centered on nutritional benefits and natural ingredients. Her background in holistic nutrition informs her cooking style similar to Liddon's health-focused approach.

Ella Mills writes about plant-based cooking with an emphasis on making dishes from scratch using whole food ingredients. Her transition from health challenges to wellness through diet mirrors Liddon's personal journey.

Heather Crosby creates recipes that accommodate various dietary restrictions while maintaining flavor and visual appeal. Her focus on gluten-free and dairy-free options reflects Liddon's consideration for food sensitivities.