Gaz Oakley, the mastermind behind Avant-Garde Vegan, is on a mission to make vegan food fun, imaginative, and most importantly, delicious. With a background as a classically trained chef, author, and YouTuber, Gaz brings his expertise and creativity to the world of vegan cuisine. Gaz's journey began at a young age, discovering his love for cooking while exploring recipe books and watching chefs on TV.

After honing his skills in some of Cardiff's top restaurants, Gaz took a sabbatical from the industry and embarked on a bodybuilding journey, which eventually led him to explore veganism. Inspired by a speech by Gary Yourofsky, Gaz embraced veganism wholeheartedly and began experimenting in his kitchen. The result? Fresh, vibrant, and flavorful dishes that amazed even his non-vegan friends.

Gaz's passion for cooking reignited, and he made it his mission to promote veganism through his culinary creations. Now, Gaz has built a thriving brand, Avant-Garde Vegan by Gaz Oakley, with over 2 million followers. He is a published author, with cookbooks like Vegan 100 and Vegan Christmas, and his YouTube cooking show has garnered over 53 million views.

Gaz has also ventured into collaborations with renowned restaurants like Wagamama and The Vurger Co, showcasing his culinary expertise to a wider audience. With dreams of opening his own restaurant in the future, Gaz continues to push the boundaries of vegan cuisine, proving that plant-based food can be exciting, satisfying, and accessible to all