And chefstylerecipes is my little corner of the internet!
I’m the voice, author, and creator behind chefstylerecipes. The idea sparked in 2016 while I was still working full‑time as a graphic designer in Asheville, NC. A group of friends begged me to share the family‑style pasta I’d been perfecting for years, so I posted a quick recipe on a free blog platform. By the time I launched the official site in March 2017, I had already posted ten dishes and was receiving emails from strangers who loved my “no‑fuss” approach.
Fast‑forward to today: chefstylerecipes now houses more than 150 original recipes, attracts roughly 120,000 unique visitors each month, and has a newsletter community of 2,500 food‑loving subscribers. In 2022 the site was featured on the Food Network’s “Taste Test” segment, and I’ve collaborated with brands like Whole Foods and KitchenAid on seasonal recipe kits. The growth feels surreal, but I still treat every post like the first one—testing everything in my own kitchen and writing the steps as if I’m chatting with a friend.
When I’m not behind the camera or stirring a pot, you’ll find me hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains with my husband, Mark, and our two rescue dogs, Luna and Milo. Our home is a small cottage with a garden that supplies fresh herbs for most of my dishes. I love digging through vintage vinyl crates, listening to classic soul while my sourdough rises, and swapping stories with neighbors over a cup of coffee. One of my favorite things is that a simple bowl of roasted carrots can turn a hectic Tuesday into a moment of calm.
If you’ve landed here, you’re probably looking for a recipe that feels both approachable and a little adventurous—that’s exactly what I aim to deliver. Thanks for stopping by; I hope you’ll stay, try a recipe, and maybe even share a story of your own in the comments.