Hi, I’m Raya—a 38-year-old mom of three (two lively girls and one endlessly curious boy), born and raised in Mexico but now building my life and kitchen in sunny Miami. Welcome to my cozy corner of the internet, EasyMealsHome.com, where we believe dinner doesn’t have to be fancy to be fabulous.
Cooking has always been my love language. Back in my abuela’s kitchen in Oaxaca, I learned that food could bring people together in a way nothing else could. She used to hum while flipping tortillas over a comal, and I can still smell the warm, toasty aroma that meant lunch was almost ready. I never thought I’d turn that same rhythm into my daily routine, but here I am, doing it all—school drop-offs, playdates, late-night lunches for my husband—and cooking meals that are simple, quick, and soul-satisfying.
I started EasyMealsHome.com not as a culinary expert, but as a mom desperate to get a decent dinner on the table without losing my mind. My kitchen is a test lab for real life: ingredients that are easy to find, techniques that don’t require a culinary degree, and flavors that make my picky eaters say, “Mami, can we have this again?”
Yes, I’ve burned a few pans and forgotten the salt once or twice (okay, more than twice), but that’s part of the charm. Cooking for me isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up. It’s about laughing through the chaos, dancing around the kitchen with a toddler on your hip, and finding joy in the everyday magic of feeding the people you love.
So whether you’re a parent juggling a million things or a beginner just trying to figure out what “sauté” means, you’re welcome here. I’m Raya, and I’m cheering you on, one easy meal at a time.
