About Me

Cafe Delites owner Karina Carrel sitting on a staircase in a large pink skirt and white top with an orange house in the background

Hey, I’m Karina!

Food and I have had a long love story. For years I chased the “how to get skinny” dream and got lost in crash diets. But now I’ve found balance and a happy relationship with food. Here you’ll find everything from low carb recipes that make you feel good to indulgent desserts for your next cheat day. Plus, plenty of easy dinners that take the stress out of cooking.

My Relationship with Food

Food is meant to be enjoyed. Some nights it’s a crisp salad, other nights it’s a gooey cookie. In between, I love sharing quick weeknight dinners and easy family meals that prove cooking isn’t just about eating, it’s about gathering, laughing, and making memories with the people you love.

Life as a Cancer Survivor

I’m a cancer survivor, and that journey (read more about my cancer journey here) lit a new fire in me to celebrate life with gratitude, comfort, and plenty of good food. Every recipe is about gratitude, comfort, and connection. Life is too short not to enjoy good food.

Fudgiest Brownies pieces stacked on each other

From Diary to Weekly Meal Ideas

What began in 2014 as an Instagram food diary has grown into a community of millions. Now Cafe Delites is where you’ll find weekly meal ideas, family favorites, and inspiration for every craving.

Cafe Delites founder Karina Carrel cooking in the kitchen, holding a glass bowl upside down.

Let’s Cook Together

Cooking should be fun, simple, and maybe even a little sexy. I share low carb recipes when you want to feel light, easy family meals when you need everyone at the table, and something wickedly delicious for your next cheat day.

Welcome to my blog!