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.
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.
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!
I’ve always enjoyed preparing food but really began to explore the kitchen eight years ago. I still remain hesitant to refer to myself as cook but I continue to learn by watching cooking shows and seeking out new recipes. I don’t remember when I found you but I am very glad I did! Thank you for sharing so many delicious ideas! Peace …
Hi Tim, Thank you so much for your incredibly sweet message! It makes me so happy to hear you’re enjoying the recipes. If you love preparing food, you are absolutely a cook! I’m so glad you found me! Hope you continue to enjoy cooking! Xx
Hi Karina.
I purchased some fresh figs and wanted to do something with them other than eat them as is. I plugged in oatmeal and figs and your site popped up. There were others but yours intrigued me. I made the oatmeal with figs and chose not to use honey but a sugar substitute and some cinnamon. The oats with figs is absolutely divine. This is a keeper! There is no guilt with eating healthy, flavorful, and good. I’ll try some of your other recipes and let you know how they turn out. You already have some of my favorites like Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, and Chicken Cacciatore.
Amazing to hear Thelma, so happy you enjoyed the fresh fig oatmeal! Thank you for your feedback! Xx
Thank you for all of your recipes. Your site is one of my favorites. I mostly love the fact that you don’t waste time talking about your kitchen and asking us to listen to your first time making the dish. You show the dish being prepared with the understanding that we know what you are doing without unnecessary commentary. If you could make some suggestions for side dishes. Thank you very much.
Hi Thomas! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I am thrilled to hear this news! Thank you for the excellent suggestions about the side dishes, watch out for my next video with some suggestions. Enjoy Cooking! Xx
My first commeny here,
I saw your beautiful website and I am intrested.
Hi Jackie, glad to hear it! I have spent a long time updating the site! Enjoy cooking! Xx
Your Uruguayan chimichurri recipe is the best I’ve had, the only one I use. No cilantro, no lime juice, no processor! And I liked the story about your papa growing up in Uruguay grilling churrasco with chimichurri! Generally recipe’s for me are suggestions, modifiable based on what you have and like or don’t like, this one I follow precisely! Thank you!
I have made your fluffy pancakes for a few years now for my boys. My youngest is turning 10 tomorrow and asked for “Daddy’s pancakes” for his special day breakfast. These are so delicious there are never any left over.
Hi Chris, Oh, that just melts my heart! Happy 10th birthday to your son! I absolutely love that they are “Daddy’s pancakes” now. That’s the best compliment ever. Xx
I love all your recipes, especially the creamy garlic butter tuscan shrimp.
Thank you Michelle! I am so happy to be sharing them with you! Xx
I admire your encouragement. After all you have been through, your heart wants to share. Your recipes are amazing. Pancakes! Your story is still being written. You’re beauty is deceiving of your past.
tried a lot of your recipes, all got rave reviews
Thanks
Karen (Canada)
Thank you so much Karen! All your comments have made my day! Enjoy cooking! Xx
What a wonderfully skilled cook you are.Your recipes fill my kitchen with aromas of LOVE. Always keep in mind food is love and joy.YOU have enriched and touched many people with your recipes.Thank You..Bon Appetit!!
Hi Bradley! Thank you so much for your comment! It brings me so much joy to be hearing your kind words as that is what cooking and food preparation is all about. Love and joy! Happy cooking Xx
I am always waiting for your recipes and I make lots of them. I am glad you beat cancer, you are brave wonderful lady. Thank you for sharing your recipes and your journey. Keep strong, happy and healthy.
Rudy
Hi Rudy, Thank you very much for the message! Xx