About Me
From Grandma’s Kitchen to Your Screen
My culinary journey began in my grandmother’s warm, aromatic kitchen in upstate New York. As a little girl, I would stand on a step stool beside her, eagerly watching as she transformed simple ingredients into dishes that brought our family together around the dining table. Those early experiences planted the seeds of my lifelong passion for food.
The Path to Professional Cooking
After graduating with a degree in Culinary Arts, I dove headfirst into New York City’s vibrant restaurant scene. For five exhilarating years, I worked my way through various kitchens—from intimate bistros to Michelin-starred establishments. Each kitchen taught me something valuable, shaping my approach to food and refining my techniques.
My hunger to learn more led me to Paris, where I was fortunate enough to study at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu. Those years in France expanded my culinary horizons and deeply influenced my cooking philosophy: respect for ingredients, attention to technique, and a celebration of food’s ability to create joy.
A Unexpected Turn
Life has a way of surprising us. In 2018, a kitchen accident resulting in a serious hand injury forced me to step away from professional kitchen work. It was during this challenging period of recovery and uncertainty that I started this blog—initially as a creative outlet and a way to stay connected to the culinary world I loved.
What began as a simple blog sharing my favorite recipes soon grew into something much bigger than I ever anticipated. As my audience expanded, so did the scope of my content—from recipe development to food photography, cooking techniques to ingredient spotlights.
Taste by Olivia Today
Today, I’m grateful to have built a new kind of culinary career. From my light-filled kitchen in Portland, Oregon, I develop and test recipes that find their way to your homes. I teach virtual cooking classes, contribute to several food publications, and continue to grow this online community of food enthusiasts.
My cooking style blends classic techniques with contemporary flavors, always with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and approachable methods. Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned chef, my goal is to inspire confidence and creativity in your kitchen.
Beyond the Kitchen
When I’m not cooking or writing, you’ll find me exploring Portland’s farmers markets, hiking in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, or curling up with my rescue cat Felix and a good cookbook. I believe that food is more than sustenance—it’s a way to express love, create memories, and connect across cultures and generations.
Let’s Connect
I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. This space is as much yours as it is mine, and I love hearing from readers. Share your culinary successes (and even the failures—we all have them!), ask questions, or just say hello at [email protected].
Happy cooking!
Olivia
Disclaimer: This is a fictional profile created for demonstration purposes. “Olivia Montgomery” is not a real person, and this biography was generated by AI based on the provided description. Any resemblance to real individuals is coincidental.