My name is Gani Shani (AKA: Ganish). I love eating, cooking, and experimenting with fresh, non-processed plant-based food.

Happy to have you here!

Hello!

Hello!

My name is Gani (nickname: Ganish) and I love eating, cooking and experimenting with fresh, non-processed plant-based food, while adopting a forgiving mindset and listening to my body’s needs. Hence the name of my blog, Vganish.

I live in the center of Tel Aviv with Guy, baby Tom and our dog Bella.

Guy is also a huge part of this blog - he programmed the whole thing by himself (!) and is still my tech guy to this day.

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I wasn't always vegan. I chose this lifestyle after gradually cutting down on dairy and meat products over the last few years. That’s why I understand the need for simple and delicious vegan(ish) recipes that are easy enough to fit into your daily routine. I also know that you don’t turn vegan overnight - It’s a journey that is not for everyone, but if you made it here it probably means that you’re up for the challenge!

**Being veganish is not about deprivation; it’s about enjoying fresh, responsibly-sourced plant-based food and celebrating what you can do with it.**

Since I started this blog, a good wind of change came into my life. I made a huge career shift, from a full-time lawyer to a food blogger and yoga teacher, but most importantly a mom! 

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People often wonder how do I manage to cook fresh plant-based food while keeping a busy schedule. It's actually quite simple and like many other aspects of life - it's all about balance. Join me on my journey and fall in love with the vegan kitchen. Learn how to stock your pantry and fridge, prep your meals, adopt beneficial habits for you and your family, and take care of your body and mind.

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I’m happy to have you here!

Gani

Since my parents bought me a KitchenAid for my 13th birthday, it was clear to all that I was made for the kitchen. Ever since then, I was expected to make the dessert for every Shabbat dinner or family event.

![crumbles' ingredients](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07518)

In our family, everyone has a favorite dessert. My dad loves lemon tarts. But what he really cares about in a dessert is the crumble and whipped cream. If you ask him, if there are no crumbles or no whipped cream, it’s not a dessert! 

![crumbles](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07555)

Over the years I tested tons of lemon tart recipes, but it was only in 2010 that I first came across a great recipe for a layered lemon dessert called “Limon-Shelly”. This recipe inspired me to create a deconstructed lemon tart, which is perfect if you don’t have enough time to refrigerate the tart. 

![lemon tart dessert with crumbles](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07687)
![wooden spoon with lemon curd](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07569)

My dad was over the roof! Not only did he get to eat his all times favorite dessert, he could add as much whipped cream as he wanted. 

![lemon tart dessert flat shoot](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07677)
![lemon zest](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07644)
![candied lemon zest](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07674)

When I decided to only use plant-based products in my desserts, I knew I had to create (once again) the perfect lemon tart for my dad. After many attempts, I finally came up with this easy version, which includes great crumbles and fluffy whipped cream!

![lemon tart dessert](deconstructed_lemon_tart/DSC07697)


This is one of my first ever veganized desserts! It is my dad’s favorite dessert of all time, so I just had to create a vegan version.

Deconstructed Lemon Tart

If you grow up in Israel, you are expected to like hummus. It’s every kid’s first choice for a sandwich spread (well, maybe except chocolate spread). Hummus is served at every birthday party and is included in other popular dishes like falafel, shawarma, and sabich.
![flat bread and hummus plate](red-beans-hummus/DSC06736)

The thing is, I never liked it as a child. I couldn’t even bear the smell or look of it. Kids always looked at me funny when I said I had never even tried eating hummus.
![hummus and veggies](red-beans-hummus/DSC06742)

But then I met Guy, and soon learned that his favorite thing to eat is hummus. Over the years he kept trying to convince me that I should give it a chance.
![his red beans hummus](red-beans-hummus/DSC06762) 

It was only when we started making homemade hummus using our Vitamix that I agreed to give the greyish paste a second chance and found love (not at first sight).
![her's red beans hummus](red-beans-hummus/DSC06754)

Since I realize I am a bit behind with my new love, I decided to try and mix it up using different legumes. In this recipe I used red beans, but you can use the traditional chickpeas or any other legumes you have laying around in your kitchen.
![red beans](red-beans-hummus/DSC06714)


The most famous Israeli dip, with a small twist – using red beans instead of chickpeas. The fun thing about this recipe is that it works with any legume of your choice.

Red Bean Hummus - His & Hers

People tend to think that when you go vegan you have nothing to snack on. Others may think that all we veganish people ever eat is fruits and veggies.
![bliss balls ingredients](Simple-Bliss-Balls/DSC06680)


Well, these small energy snacks (or how I like to call them - Bliss Balls) will turn into the favorite snack of anyone who'll try them. Even if you don't like dates, I guarantee this recipe will bring you utter joy!
![bliss balls mix](Simple-Bliss-Balls/DSC06682)


These are my classic go-to version of Bliss Balls, but the great thing is that you can add anything to this recipe - any superfoods, nuts, spices or seeds you have in your pantry can work here!
![chia seeds](v1545211467/Simple-Bliss-Balls/DSC06668)
![cacao nibs](v1545211376/Simple-Bliss-Balls/DSC06671)


Personally, we love to pack 2 Bliss Balls when we head out to work in the morning and eat them as an afternoon snack. On the weekends these are great before / after yoga class for a boost of energy.
![bliss balls ready to serve closeup](v1545211395/Simple-Bliss-Balls/DSC06687)

Vegan Recipes

Deconstructed Lemon Tart

Red Bean Hummus - His & Hers

Simple Bliss Balls

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