This Shrimp Cajun Pasta isn’t about overwhelming heat but about balancing spice with fresh, briny shrimp and creamy, comforting pasta. It’s a dish that invites you to play with flavors—adjusting heat levels and seasoning until it sings just right for your palate. I love how a simple pantry find can […]
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.







