Hi, I'm Lauren.
In 2020, like so many people, I suddenly found myself with tons of time. I started sharing the recipes I was making at home and quickly realized that what began as a creative outlet was turning into something much bigger.
While food is a huge part of my life, acting has always been my first passion. I'm an actress by profession, and one of the things I love most about both acting and cooking is the way they allow me to connect with people. Whether it's telling a story through a performance or sharing a meal with family and friends, both create opportunities to bring people together. The kitchen has become my creative outlet, a place where I can slow down, experiment, and share something meaningful with others.
Here you'll find approachable recipes inspired by my Italian roots, seasonal ingredients, and a love of making things from scratch. Some of my favorite days are spent wandering local farms and farmers markets, gathering fresh ingredients and finding inspiration in what's in season. I believe great food starts with great ingredients, and many of my recipes are inspired by the produce, herbs, and products I bring home each week. My hope is that these recipes inspire you to slow down, cook with the seasons, and bring people together around the table.
My love of food goes back as far as I can remember. As a toddler, I was constantly mixing together random ingredients and proudly serving my creations to my parents, who were always good sports about tasting them. I've always been curious in the kitchen, but during the pandemic I really began experimenting with recipes and became fascinated by the science behind baking and cooking. I loved learning how ingredients work together and how small changes can completely transform a recipe.
