Professional Recipe Testing 

Bringing Recipes to Life with Flavor, Precision & Creativity

My whole life, I’ve been immersed in the world of food—cooking, recipe testing, styling and creation. Growing up in the kitchen of a food writer, I assisted from an early age, watching my mother fine-tune flavors and perfect recipes. These techniques became second nature, and over the years, I discovered that crafting delicious, inspiring dishes delights me with joy. Through the decades I’ve provided a supporting role for food publications, cookbooks, and creators building a strong foundation in the culinary arts.

Two years ago, I took my passion for food, herbs, and kitchen witchery to the next level, stepping into freelance recipe testing, prep/assistant stylist, editing and occasional recipe development work.

I specialize in perfecting recipes to look great in photos and to ensure they work seamlessly in any home kitchen.

From nutrient-dense, whole-food dishes to time-honored ancestral techniques, I bring both creativity and precision to every project. Whether you're a food brand, blogger, cookbook author, or media outlet, I can help transform both food and ideas into kitchen-tested, audience-approved recipes.

Portfolio

CLIENTS: Andrea Livingston, Eva Kosos Flores, Simon and Schuster, Botanical Anthology.

A cup of chai tea latte topped with cinnamon powder, whole spices, and a cinnamon stick.
Pot filled with mushrooms, garlic, onion slices, carrots, ginger slices, rosemary, parsley, sage, and chives on a wooden surface.
Toasted bread slices topped with a caramelized onion spread on a rustic plate with a spoon on the side. A jar of the spread and a linen cloth are nearby.
Glass of iced mocha coffee with foam and cocoa powder on top, placed on a saucer with a spoon on the side.
Herbal salve in tin containers with dried flowers on wooden surface
Bowl of dried herbs and flowers on a wooden surface.
Blurry Unreleased Book
Herbed salmon patties on a platter with cilantro garnish.

The two photos above are blurry due to the upcoming release of the cookbook and disclosure agreements. More to come.

MORE TESTIMONIALS

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Rates:

RECIPE TESTING

$100.00 Per Recipe, Per Test.

Food costs are additional and to be reimbursed by the client.

PREP/ASSISTANT STYLIST

Please inquire to discuss details

May Include:

Planning, shopping, preparation, organization, administration, cooking, assistant styling, all notes & suggestions, rewrites and a really great attitude because…

I LOVE this work so much!!

Holistic, Nutrient-Dense Recipes for Wellbeing

I specialize in testing and refining health-focused recipes that spotlight whole, nutrient-dense ingredients, support specific dietary needs, and bring holistic, ancestral cooking into modern kitchens. Whether you're a wellness brand, cookbook author, or food educator, I ensure your recipes are foolproof, flavorful, and ready to inspire.

As a nutritional therapist, holistic chef, and lifelong foodie, I bring a deep understanding of seasonal eating, food energetics, and bio-individual nourishment. I meticulously test recipes to make sure they're balanced, accessible, and a joy to cook and eat.

I offer well-tested recipes, thorough edits, prep styling, and occasional development—tailored for cookbooks, wellness programs, food blogs, websites, and social media. Whether you're fine-tuning an existing recipe, creating something from scratch, or preparing for a shoot, my goal is to help you deliver reliable, high-quality recipes that nourish and empower.

Fresh dill on a wooden cutting board with a knife and a salt shaker in the background.

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