About me

🍲 How I Became “Céline, the Cook” (Accidentally)

I didn’t originally set out to start a food blog. At first, I simply needed a place to keep my recipes where I wouldn’t lose them. I had recipes scattered everywhere—on scraps of paper, in random notebooks, typed halfway into my notes app, or saved in my brain until I inevitably forgot them. Meanwhile, people around me—friends, family, coworkers—kept asking how I made certain dishes or if I could share the recipe. Eventually, I realized I needed a proper space to store everything, and maybe, just maybe, someone else would enjoy my recipes too. What started as a personal collection slowly grew into something more—a place where I share the food I love, the dishes I’m proud of, the experiments that went well, and the meals that make my daily life feel more comforting and joyful. This blog became my way of connecting with other people who see cooking the same way I do: as something that brings warmth, creativity, and a little bit of magic into everyday life.

Cooking & Me: A Story 8 Years in the Making

I didn’t have a dramatic “aha!” moment that turned me into a cook. No life-changing dish. No culinary revelation. Just eight honest years of chopping, mixing, burning (let’s be real), laughing, tasting, and trying again. Cooking became part of my life the same way you discover a favorite song—little moments that add up until you can’t imagine life without it.

I’ve never limited myself to one style. I love all kinds of cooking. If it tastes good, smells amazing, or makes someone smile—I’m in. My kitchen is basically a tiny playground where I get to explore every craving and curiosity that pops into my head.

🍽️ What You’ll Find on This Site

This blog is a reflection of what goes on in my real kitchen, not an idealized version of it. The recipes you’ll find here are dishes I truly make, eat, and enjoy—not perfectly styled plates prepared only for photos. I share meals that are simple enough for weekdays, cozy enough for quiet weekends, and delicious enough to make again and again. You’ll come across comforting breakfasts, quick dinners when time is tight, slightly indulgent desserts that make life sweeter, and everything in between. Beyond recipes, I also share the little moments that happen along the way—the mistakes, the surprises, the discoveries, and the tiny victories that happen whenever something turns out even better than expected. My goal is to create a space that feels honest, welcoming, and helpful, whether you are new to cooking or simply looking for fresh inspiration.

Wanna Talk Food?

Questions? Recipe confusion? Want to show me your version of something I made?
I love that.
Reach out anytime at: contact@celinebakes.com (swap with your real email!).

If I don’t reply right away, I’m probably elbows-deep in batter—but I’ll get to you soon, promise.

A Final Bite Before You Go

Cooking doesn’t have to be fancy.
It doesn’t have to be perfect.
It doesn’t need filters, fancy plating, or approval from the internet.
It just needs heart.
And fun.
And a little mess.
So let’s cook together—messy, delicious, warm, comforting food that turns ordinary days into memorable ones.
You bring the appetite.
I’ll bring the recipes.
See you in the kitchen.
– céline 🧡