Welcome to the delicious world of Caroline Chambers!
The Short Version
Caroline Chambers is a New York Times Best Selling cookbook author, recipe developer, and culinary expert based in Carmel Valley, California. Her journey began in her mom’s kitchen in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and blossomed into a career as a chef, caterer, and freelancer for top brands and publications. Caroline's first cookbook, *Just Married*, was published in 2018. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she connected with home cooks on Instagram (@carochambers) and launched her hit Substack newsletter, *What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking*. Her latest cookbook, bearing the same title, was released in August 2024. She lives with her husband George and their four sons, Mattis, Calum, Cashel, and Tavish.
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The Long Version
a flavorful start
Caroline's culinary journey started young, right on her mom’s hip in their cozy kitchen in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. From those early days of mixing and stirring, she developed a passion for cooking that would shape her future.
In her early twenties, Caroline dove into the food scene, working as a chef and caterer. She sharpened her skills and creativity in a professional test kitchen before venturing out as a freelance recipe developer. Her mouth-watering creations have graced the pages of various publications and brands like Boursin Cheese and Kim Crawford Wine.
cooking up success
Caroline’s first cookbook, Just Married, hit the shelves in 2018, marking the beginning of her published culinary adventures. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Caroline found a new way to connect with fellow home cooks through Instagram (@carochambers). Her engaging recipes and warm personality quickly garnered a loyal following.
Newsletter and Podcast
That same year, she launched her newsletter, What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking. It became an instant hit on Substack, resonating with readers seeking comfort and simplicity in the kitchen. In 2023, she expanded her reach with the podcast So Into That, where she dove into all things food and fun. So Into That has since morphed into a weekly newsletter that she sends through What to Cook.
Latest Creations
Caroline’s New York Times Best Selling cookbook, What To Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking, is out now. It’s packed with easy, delicious recipes perfect for those days when you need a little extra inspiration to get cooking.
Home Life
Caroline lives in beautiful Carmel Valley, California, with her husband George and their four lively sons, Mattis, Calum, Cashel, and Tavish. In true family tradition, you’ll often find one of her boys in the kitchen with her, just like she was with her mom.
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