A cozy corner for curious cooks, honest recipes, and imperfect kitchen wins.
Halloween is the perfect time to embrace the chaos of the kitchen while creating something delightfully spooky. These Mummy Hot Dogs are not only fun to make but bring back childhood nostalgia with a twist of culinary mischief. As the sizzling sausages wrapped in crooked strips of puff pastry emerge […]
Every October, I crave something fun and a little spooky to serve at my Halloween gathering. These Bat Wings, painted with a rich soy sauce glaze, turn the humble chicken wing into a mysterious creature that delights both the eyes and the palate. Their dark, glossy coating makes them look […]
Halloween is the perfect time to indulge in treats that look as sinister as they taste. These Poison Toffee Apples aren’t just your average candied apples—they’re a theatrical display of glossy, dark toffee coating transforming ordinary fruit into a thrilling spectacle. As you dip each apple into the molten sugar […]
When the summer heat hits, I find myself craving a frozen treat that surprises even my sweet tooth. Instead of reaching for the usual popsicles or ice cream, I recently experimented with a chocolate slushie that transforms ordinary cocoa into a refreshingly chaotic delight. The key? Adding a splash of […]
The cook, writer, and everyday food enthusiast behind Totally in the Zone.
This space is where my love for cooking meets my belief that food should fit into real life. Not rushed.
Not overcomplicated. Just thoughtful, satisfying, and made with intention.
I didn’t grow up dreaming of being a chef or running a food blog. I grew up learning how food could ground you. Cooking was something I returned to during busy seasons, uncertain moments, and days when I needed focus.
