Creative Chef Shannon

A bit about me.

I'm Shannon Young! A passionate chef with nearly 3 decades of culinary expertise. I've had the pleasure of working for some amazing chefs over those years.

I'm all about resourceful, innovative cooking, inspired by New Zealand's 'number 8 wire mentality.' This unique approach encourages me to create tasty meals from leftovers, foraged ingredients, or limited resources, turning everyday ingredients into delicious, memorable dishes.

An award winning professional chef, and family-oriented food lover, I'm here to share my tips, recipes, and culinary adventures to help you cook with creativity and confidence. Let's make magic in the kitchen, no matter what you have on hand!