Who We Are
At WhatToDish.com, we believe great meals start with curiosity, creativity, and community. Whether you’re braising short ribs for a crowd or just Googling “what to dish tonight,” you’re in the right kitchen.
We’re a team of passionate home cooks, food lovers, and culinary storytellers who want to make everyday cooking more fun, less stressful, and always worth sharing. From comfort classics to clever time-savers, our blog is your go-to source for trusted recipes, helpful tips, and real-life food inspiration.
Most importantly, WhatToDish.com is a platform for home cooks to connect with other home cooks. Whether you’re perfecting your pie crust or learning how to boil an egg, we’re here to support, guide, and celebrate you.
Our Founders
Meet the team that turned a shared kitchen obsession into a digital gathering place for home cooks around the world:
🍳 James Carter, Editor-in-Chief
A self-taught home chef and weekend meal-prepper, James created WhatToDish.com to demystify cooking for beginners. His laid-back approach and love for big-batch family meals continue to inspire much of our core recipe content.
🥘 Michael Brooks, Culinary Director
With a background in food photography and a deep love for Southern flavors, Michael shapes our editorial style and recipe testing. He’s most likely to say “add butter” and least likely to follow the recipe exactly.
🍰 Daniel Lopez, Community Manager
Daniel brings the energy of a dinner party to our online platforms. He’s passionate about multicultural food stories and is always the first to test a trending TikTok recipe (even the weird ones).
🥗 Claire Bennett, Nutrition & Lifestyle Editor
Claire is the wellness voice of WhatToDish. She’s a certified nutritionist who helps adapt our recipes for special diets — without sacrificing flavor. She believes cooking is a form of self-care, and her colorful bowls prove it.
What We Do
- Step-by-step recipes that actually make sense (and don’t assume you own a blowtorch)
- Meal plans and grocery lists that work with your real life
- Ingredient deep dives to help you make the most of what’s already in your pantry
- Seasonal guides for holidays, celebrations, and everyday joy
- Videos, stories, and tips from home cooks, for home cooks
Our Community
From first-timers to kitchen veterans, the heart of WhatToDish.com is our growing community of home cooks. Every comment, photo, tip, and review adds to the story. We’re here to share ideas, cheer each other on, and laugh at the occasional kitchen fail.
- New recipes weekly
- Comment sections open and moderated for kindness
- Tips and modifications always welcome
- Community Spotlights each month
Join the Conversation
Follow us across platforms for quick dinner ideas, how-to reels, grocery hacks, and behind-the-scenes fun:
- Instagram: @whattodish
- Pinterest: Recipe boards for every craving
- Facebook Group: Ask, share, connect
- YouTube: Weekly cooking videos
- TikTok: Yes, we tried the butter board trend
Got Alexa or Google Assistant? Just ask: “WhatToDish recipe for chicken tonight.”
Our Values
- Friendly — We talk to you like a kitchen buddy, not a gourmet snob
- Practical — Our recipes use ingredients you can pronounce and actually find
- Inclusive — Food is for everyone, and every culture belongs at the table
- Honest — If a recipe flopped, we’ll tell you how to fix it
- Joyful — We’re not just here to feed you, we’re here to make you smile
Editorial Guidelines
Every recipe, guide, and feature is developed or reviewed by our team. We never publish auto-generated content or untested ideas. Our content is:
- Original
- Kitchen-tested
- Respectful of dietary needs and cultural context
- Backed by expert input when relevant (including our own Claire Bennett)
- Open to community feedback
See a mistake? Let us know. We take accuracy seriously and update content regularly.
Want to Work With Us?
We’re always looking for:
- Guest contributors and home cooks with a story to tell
- Food writers, recipe testers, and nutrition experts
- Brands and sponsors who align with our values
👉 Contact us at https://www.whattodish.com/contact-us/