Hi, I'm Suzie!
Welcome to my website! I'm happy you're here. 🙂
I’m a new food blogger BUT a long time restaurant owner, cook and recipe creator. My passion for food started very early in life. I’ve been creating recipes for almost 30 years and recently, decided to share what I’m cooking up in the kitchen.
My food journey began when I was 15 and started working for bakeries. I loved it! From there I took culinary classes and worked in some fine dining establishments as a prep and line cook. Before I knew it, I owned my own place: a gourmet pizza restaurant. After 10 years the pizza business was sold. I went on to work for wineries and did lots of private catering, part-time, while I pursued a career as an Esthetician (skin care guru + lash artist).
After almost 10 years in the beauty industry, I realized how much I missed the food industry decided to return. I'm excited to continue my food journey here and share my experiences with you!
Originally from Sonoma County, CA, I moved to Portland, OR for 7 years and moved back to Sonoma County in 2021. On my days off you can find me out hiking around, getting dirty in my garden, golfing, or spending quality time with friends and family.
What you’ll find on this website
The recipes you’ll find here are all inspired by popular restaurant dishes I have made professionally over the years like this ranch dressing, or that I've had at my favorite restaurants like these amazing Brussels sprouts. I recreate these dishes so that you can quickly and easily make delicious food in the comfort of your own home. I love finding inspiration everywhere.
Thank you
I would really like to thank you for being here, it means so much to me!
When I first started this project I had no idea how much time and energy it would take. I didn't know that I would soon learn web design, SEO and the entire technical world of running a food blog. That alone is a full-time job - for sure! I knew that I would be working on photography and writing skills, but that is such a small piece of this whole project. That said, it's a lot of fun and I'm so happy I can share this with you. So again, thank you for being here. 🙂
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Anita Papp
I love your website,awesome pictures,love all the details and step by step instructions. Thank you 😊
Suzie J.
Aww thank you, Anita! Thanks for checking out my website! xo Suzie
Gail Greer
Hi Suzie,
All the food looks so delicious, it’s going to be difficult deciding which recipes to select.
Thanks for all the great suggestions and enjoy the game!
Suzie J.
Thank you so much, Gail! I hope you got to make something delicious or are getting good ideas for the Super Bowl. I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Cheers!
Jennifer Macias
Love your site and am so excited to try some of your recipes! Thank you for sharing them with all of us!!
Suzie J.
Thank you - thanks for visiting! I'm happy you love my site and can't wait to hear how the recipes turn out. 🙂
Lorraine Brady Arthur
Hi Suzie!
It was a treat to meet you this July 4th! I love your web site! I’ll have to soon try your recipes.
Blessings,
Lorraine Brady Arthur
Suzie J.
Hi Lorraine! It was nice to meet you too and thanks for checking out my website! I love your website as well - your work is amazing!:)