Julie Mai Tran

Julie Mai Tran is a first-generation Vietnamese-American who loves to eat, cook, and travel. In 2019, she created Share My Roots, a blog focused on authentic and modern twists on Asian recipes with a focus on Vietnamese cooking. She shares her heritage through food, preserving stories representing the refugee and immigrant experience, in honor of her parents. Her aspiration is to encourage people to cook, connect people to their roots, and shine a light on Vietnamese food, people, and culture. Her love for cooking is inspired by her mother, who shows love, compassion, and strength through food. As a foodie at heart, she loves to experiment in the kitchen – whether it’s making classic dishes or creating something new influenced by her favorite chefs. Visit her blog at: www.sharemyroots.com