Welcome to Tastes Just Like A Memory.
I am beyond grateful that you decided to stop by! On this page, I share a little bit about myself and my food blog. I hope you decide to stay and look around, and I would love to get to know you, too.
Who I Am
My sweet family is everything. I’m Mom to three kiddos—two at home and one in Heaven. My husband, Dylan, is my soulmate, best friend, and favorite person to explore with. A weekend spent in the woods is where I feel most like myself. Nature has always been my reset button. I laugh loud and often, and I get VERY excited about things. Think Kristen Wiig’s SNL skit “Surprise Party”.
Food Is My Favorite
When I was young, I once asked my dad, “Dad, do you know what my three favorite things are?” Who knows what I would have said at eleven years old…probably basketball (playing & watching the Tar Heels), music, and hanging out with friends. He didn’t miss a beat. “Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.” And that is absolutely more accurate.
I Write Books for Kids
In September 2025, I woke up at 3 AM and wrote a kids’ book on my phone in the bathtub. If you know me, you are not surprised. Writing for kids and being part of the kidlit community has been the most joyful experience of my life. I’ve never had more fun. I’m on my way and cannot wait to share my books with the world.
This Blog
My goal for this blog is to spend more time doing this thing that I love and to share that experience with you. Cooking just makes me happy. Feeding a delicious meal to someone I love is a feeling like no other. I will share recipes with you that I make at home for my friends and family. I also want to hear about your cooking experiences and to continue learning together. So, let’s make some tasty meals together and share some times worth remembering! I’m so excited to connect.
Cooks for Books
Let’s cook together to highlight and support books written by marginalized creators. Each month, I will donate the featured titles to Little Free Libraries or literacy nonprofits in communities where they’re needed most. Thanks for helping get free books into the hands of kids! Spread the word. Spread the book joy!
You can read more about why I started Tastes Just Like A Memory and my goals for my blog here.
