Sana Javeri Kadri

About the Author

Sana Javeri Kadri is a trailblazing entrepreneur, chef, and advocate for sustainable agriculture, best known as the founder of Diaspora Co., a spice company dedicated to ethical sourcing and regenerative farming practices from South Asia. Born to Indian immigrant parents in the United States, Kadri's passion for food and culture led her to bridge the gap between small-scale farmers and global palates, emphasizing biodiversity and fair trade. Her debut book, The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook: Seasonal Home Cooking from South Asia's Best Spice Farms – 85 Recipes with Culinary Stories from Regenerative Farms, celebrates the vibrant flavors of turmeric, cardamom, and chilies while sharing intimate narratives from the farms that cultivate them. Through her work, Kadri not only demystifies spice usage in modern kitchens but also champions environmental stewardship and cultural preservation, inspiring home cooks to embrace mindful, flavorful eating.