About Leels
Hi! I’m Leanna, but everyone calls me Leels. I’m the cook, writer, and photographer behind LeelsCooks.com, where I share approachable, flavour-forward recipes with beautiful photos and simple, no-nonsense instructions.
I spent seven years cooking professionally in Vancouver, BC, learning techniques, flavour combinations, and the kitchen intuition that shape every recipe I publish. Since then, life has taken me from Montreal to Raleigh, North Carolina, and finally back home to small town Ontario, Canada, where my wife and our very opinionated cats keep me company in the kitchen.
My goal is simple:
Great food, made uncomplicated.
Whether you are new to cooking or a seasoned home chef looking for inspiration, you will find reliable, well-tested recipes with step-by-step instructions and photography that shows exactly what each dish should look like.
What you will find on LeelsCooks.com:
Easy, approachable recipes using everyday ingredients
Beautiful recipe photography that guides and inspires
Concise instructions without unrelated stories
Comfort food, fresh seasonal dishes, and globally inspired flavours
Tips from a former professional cook to help you feel confident in the kitchen
I believe good food does not need to be complicated. It simply needs to be made with care, curiosity, and a bit of joy. I’m glad you are here, and I hope my recipes find a happy spot at your table.
If you cook something you love, tag me or leave a comment. I would truly love to see what you are making.
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