I have loved being in the kitchen for as long as i can remember. food is my love language and creating something beautiful and delicious  is my therapy. i am a self taught baker who delights in sharing my fare with others.

The call to create has a stronghold on my mother’s side of the family. My maternal extended family are far and away the most artistically gifted, creatively genius, imaginative people i have ever known. growing up watching all of them being pulled to express themselves through art has allowed me to explore that side of myself.

While I certainly do not share the talent that they possess, it is no surprise that the kitchen is where I feel most inspired. I would happily describe myself and my father as gourmands – which was passed down through his grandfather. My paternal great grandfather was the head of the chicago bakers union in his youth. The love of food lives on through my father and onto myself.

i am hopeful that by sharing recipes and mealtime inspiration, Rae & Lane can make a small difference to families everywhere.