Kira Thompson
Home Cook | Recipe Creator | Food Lover
Welcome to Kira Recipes
I'm so glad you're here! This is a place where simple ingredients become delicious meals, and cooking feels like a joy, not a chore. Let's make something tasty together.
A Little About Me
I'm Kira Thompson, a 35-year-old home cook and recipe creator living in Portland, Oregon. I grew up in Seattle in a family where gathering around the dinner table was the best part of every day.
I live with my husband Ryan, our daughter Lily (8), and our energetic border collie Pepper. Our kitchen is small but mighty, and it's where most of our family memories are made.
By day, I work as a marketing coordinator. Cooking is my creative escape — the one time I can slow down, focus, and make something with my hands.
Quick Facts
- Based in Portland, Oregon
- Originally from Seattle, Washington
- Mom to Lily, wife to Ryan
- Dog mom to Pepper
- Marketing coordinator by day
- Started Kira Recipes in 2023
How It All Started
My love for cooking came from my mom, Janet, who taught me that the kitchen is where love lives. Every Sunday, we'd cook together — nothing fancy, just good food made with care. Those moments shaped who I am today.
My grandmother, Nana Mae, was the real cook in the family. Her buttermilk biscuits and chicken pot pie are still legendary. I keep her handwritten recipe cards in a box on my counter as a daily reminder of where my passion began.
I started Kira Recipes in 2023 because I wanted a place to share the meals that bring my family joy. Every recipe here has been tested in my kitchen, taste-tested by Ryan and Lily, and made with ingredients you can actually find.
What You'll Find Here
Simple Recipes
Easy-to-follow recipes using everyday ingredients
Family Favorites
Dishes that kids and adults both love
Real Results
Tested recipes that actually work
My Cooking Philosophy
I believe cooking should feel relaxed, not stressful. You don't need fancy equipment or exotic ingredients to make great food. With a little time and the right recipe, anyone can create something delicious.
A Few of My Favorites
The best meals aren't always the fanciest — they're the ones shared with the people you love.
Happy cooking,
Kira Thompson
Let's Connect!
Have a question, a recipe request, or just want to say hi? I'd love to hear from you.
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