About Me

Welcome to my kitchen, and welcome to ToRecipe!

Hi there! I'm Lina Romaro, and I'm absolutely thrilled you've found your way here. If you're someone who believes that the best memories are made around the dinner table, that cooking is an act of love, and that every meal is an opportunity to create something magical—then you're definitely in the right place.

My Story

My love affair with cooking began in my grandmother's tiny kitchen when I was just seven years old. I can still remember standing on a wooden stool, barely tall enough to reach the counter, watching Nonna Maria work her magic with nothing more than a few simple ingredients and decades of intuition. She never measured anything, never followed a recipe, but somehow created the most incredible meals that brought our entire family together every Sunday.

Those early memories shaped everything I believe about food: it's not just about nourishment, it's about connection, tradition, and the joy of sharing something delicious with the people you care about.

After years of working in the corporate world, I found myself constantly gravitating back to the kitchen. Friends and family were always asking for my recipes, and I realized that my true passion wasn't in boardrooms—it was in creating dishes that make people smile. So in 2023, I took a leap of faith and launched ToRecipe, a place where I could share not just recipes, but the stories and techniques that make cooking truly rewarding.

What You'll Find Here

ToRecipe is designed for real home cooks who want to create delicious, approachable meals without spending hours in the kitchen or hunting down obscure ingredients. Whether you're a complete beginner looking to master the basics or an experienced cook seeking fresh inspiration, I've got you covered.

You'll discover:

Weeknight wonders that come together in 30 minutes or less
Weekend projects for when you want to try something special
Family favorites that will become staples in your recipe rotation
International flavors made accessible for the home kitchen
Baking basics and sweet treats that never fail to impress

Every single recipe I share has been tested multiple times in my own kitchen. I believe in giving you detailed instructions, helpful tips, and honest advice about what works (and what doesn't). No fluff, no filler—just reliable recipes that deliver delicious results.

My Cooking Philosophy

I'm a firm believer that cooking should be joyful, not stressful. You won't find me obsessing over perfect plating or using ingredients that cost more than your monthly grocery budget. Instead, I focus on techniques that build confidence, flavors that satisfy, and recipes that fit into real life.

My approach is simple: start with quality ingredients, master a few fundamental techniques, and don't be afraid to make a recipe your own. Some of my best dishes have come from happy accidents or last-minute substitutions when I couldn't find what I needed at the store.

A Few Fun Facts About Me

When I'm not in the kitchen, you'll find me browsing local farmers markets, traveling to discover new flavors, or curled up with a good cookbook and a cup of coffee. I have an embarrassing collection of vintage kitchen tools, I'm slightly obsessed with finding the perfect tomato, and I firmly believe that everything tastes better with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

I live with my partner Marco and our rescue cat, Basil (yes, named after the herb!), who's become an unofficial taste-tester and sous chef. Marco is endlessly patient with my kitchen experiments and has never complained about being my official food photographer and dishwasher.

Let's Cook Together

My greatest hope is that ToRecipe becomes your go-to resource when you're wondering "what should I make for dinner tonight?" Whether you're cooking for one or feeding a crowd, planning a special celebration or just trying to get a healthy meal on the table, I want to be your trusted kitchen companion.

I love hearing from you! Share your cooking victories (and disasters—we've all been there), ask questions, suggest recipes you'd love to see, or just say hello.

Thank you for being here and for letting me be part of your cooking journey. Now, let's get cooking!