Hey, I’m Maya! 👋
The girl behind all the YEP moments! 🎉
Food lover, recipe creator, and your biggest cheerleader in the kitchen!
NICE TO MEET YOU!
I’m Maya Rodriguez
A former marketing manager turned full-time food enthusiast who believes that cooking should be fun, not stressful! After years of ordering takeout and feeling intimidated by my own kitchen, I decided to change my relationship with food – and wow, what a journey it’s been!
Now I’m here to share every “YEP, I can totally make this!” moment with you. From quick weeknight dinners to show-stopping desserts, I’m all about making delicious food accessible to everyone – no culinary degree required! 🍳✨
My Cooking Journey 🛤️
From kitchen disasters to culinary confidence – here’s how it all started!
The Disaster Years
Smoke alarms were my kitchen timer, and I once burned water. Yes, water. Don’t ask how! 😅
The Learning Phase
I devoured cookbooks, watched every cooking show, and slowly started understanding that cooking is actually fun!
The YEP! Moment
The first time I nailed a perfect pasta dish, I literally said “YEP!” out loud. And that’s how YumYep was born! 🎉
Fun Facts About Me 🤗
Because life’s too short not to share the quirky stuff!
Dog Mom to Charlie
My golden retriever is my official taste tester (he’s not picky but gives great emotional support!)
Herb Garden Enthusiast
I grow my own basil, cilantro, and mint on my tiny apartment balcony. Fresh herbs = game changer!
Coffee Addict
I need at least 2 cups before I can even think about turning on the stove. No coffee = no cooking!
Sweet Tooth Champion
I believe dessert is a food group, and I’ve never met a chocolate chip cookie I didn’t love!
Reality TV Lover
The Great British Bake Off is my comfort show, and I’ve seen every season at least 3 times!
Taco Tuesday Advocate
Every Tuesday is taco Tuesday in my house, and I have 47 different taco recipes to prove it!
Let’s Cook Together! 🍳
I love connecting with fellow food lovers! Join me on this delicious adventure and let’s make every meal a YEP moment together.
Thank you for being part of the YumYep family! Every comment, share, and “YEP!” means the world to me. 💕
