Hi there, I’m Lisa,

Hi, I’m Lisa Jacobs. If you'd told me twenty years ago that I'd be teaching people how to create magic in their kitchens, I’d have laughed—probably while burning a batch of boxed mac and cheese.
I’m 36 now, living in Brooklyn, but I grew up in upstate New York, where meals were often frozen or fried. That changed when I visited my aunt in New Orleans at nineteen and tasted her rich, spicy gumbo. That moment made me realize food could tell stories, and I couldn’t stop cooking after that.
I didn’t go to culinary school—I learned by messing up. A lot. My early attempts, like sourdough that was more like doorstops and a disastrous peach cobbler, taught me more than any recipe book. Now, I focus on bold, soulful, comforting food that’s simple but satisfying.
I spend my days testing recipes, filming tutorials, and chatting with fellow home cooks. My kitchen is usually a mess, jazz is always playing, and there’s always something simmering on the stove. I believe cooking at home doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful, and I’m here to help you bring joy to your meals, no matter how hectic life gets.
So if you’re doubting your lasagna or wondering why your cookies spread too much, just know—you’ve got this, and I’m cheering you on from my cozy Brooklyn kitchen. Let’s cook something amazing together.