Meet the People Behind the Recipes!
This blog is more than just a collection of recipes it’s a collaboration fueled by creativity, passion, and a genuine love for home cooking. Behind every dish is a dedicated team that develops, tests, styles, and photographs with care, all to help you feel inspired and confident in your own kitchen.
We cook like real people balancing full calendars, feeding families, and always chasing big flavor. Whether you're here for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend baking project, we’re honored to be part of your cooking journey.
Thanks for pulling up a chair at our table. We're so glad you're here.
Joelle James
Founder & Lead Recipe Creator
Joelle is a certified nutritionist, home cook, and the founder of joellecooks. For over a decade, I’ve helped people eat healthier without feeling restricted. My mission is to create light, flavor-packed recipes that don’t just check the nutrition boxes but actually taste amazing. I believe food should nourish, delight, and support your lifestyle. With every recipe, I hope to make your healthy journey more joyful and sustainable.
Rachel Lin
Recipe Editor & Nutritional Analyst
Rachel ensures that every Joelle Cooks recipe is not only delicious but nutritionally balanced. With a background in dietetics and a love for whole foods, she fact-checks all nutritional info and helps fine-tune recipes for optimal flavor and health benefits.
Emily Reyes
Content Manager & SEO Specialist
With a keen eye for trends and user needs, Emily ensures that our content reaches and resonates with health-conscious foodies around the world. She crafts headlines, optimizes every post, and keeps the site fresh, engaging, and searchable.