Born to immigrant parents, Mana Shamshiri, Vegan cook and anti-colonial activist, affirms her identity and ties to her Iranian heritage by recreating traditional dishes while remaining compassionate towards humans, animals, and the environment. “Food is so much more than food. It is a representation of ourselves and our identities. It is a vehicle to create conversation, break down barriers, foster understanding & cross-cultural acceptance. It is an offering of love, of nourishment, of growth.” Mana taught a masterclass at Made In Hackney that sold out in record time.