Anthea Amore is a Byron Bay–based vegan chef, author and founder of Organic Passion Catering, with over three decades of experience in plant-based cooking. A self-taught cook since the age of 14, her career has taken her from professional kitchens across the UK and Europe to becoming a leading voice in Australia’s organic vegan food scene.

In the late 1990s, she worked at Food for Friends in Brighton, before travelling through Europe catering private events in the south of France and working as a resident chef at a yoga retreat in Lanzarote.

Since returning to Byron Bay in 2003, she has built a highly regarded catering business, creating vibrant, nourishing food for retreats, weddings and events, and previously managed the café and kitchen at Santos Organics. Anthea is also a registered Marriage Celebrant.

At Organic Passion Catering, food is more than just something you eat, it’s an experience designed to nourish, inspire and bring people together. Founded by vegan chef Anthea Amore, the business is grounded in a deep commitment to organic, locally sourced ingredients and creating food that feels as good as it tastes.

“Food is an expression of love. When it’s created with the intention to nourish and inspire, that’s where the magic happens.Organic Passion Catering has always been about bringing people together through food, creating something memorable, meaningful and full of life.”

With decades of experience across Australia and Europe, Organic Passion Catering creates vibrant, flavour-driven plant-based menus for retreats, weddings and events, using seasonal produce sourced from local farmers and home-grown gardens.

“I’ve always believed food should be both nourishing and exciting, something that supports your wellbeing but also feels abundant and indulgent.”

Driven by a passion for ethical food and exceptional service, Organic Passion Catering delivers memorable, beautifully curated experiences with creativity and care.