Behind the Apron

Hi, I’m Kaya — the face behind Kitchen by Kaya. You could say cooking is in my blood. My mom’s a chef, so I grew up spoiled with incredible meals. It wasn’t until I went off to college that I realized if I wanted to keep eating well, I’d have to figure it out for myself. Turns out, I was pretty good at it.

 

I have a handful of food allergies, so learning to cook became essential. I was determined to create dishes that were safe for me but still full of flavor — no shortcuts or bland “diet food” here.

 

Over the years, I’ve sharpened my skills, started making cooking videos, taken on private chef gigs and light catering, and made weekly meal prep a non-negotiable in my own home. Now, I’m excited to share these same dishes with you.