Hi, I’m Linda Jones — the cook behind Mealura.
I started this site for real home cooks who want food that tastes great, makes sense, and fits real life. No drama, no ten-ingredient mysteries — just smart techniques, clean flavors, and clear steps that actually work on a Tuesday at 6:15 p.m.
The Story
My kitchen journey began the usual way: a tiny apartment stove, a curious kid asking “is dinner soon?”, and a stack of recipes that didn’t always deliver. I learned to streamline, test, and simplify — not to “cut corners,” but to keep the good parts: crisp veggies, tender proteins, sauces with personality, and desserts you can make without a pastry diploma.
Mealura is where I share those recipes — the reliable kind you’ll remake and pass along.
The Team
Linda Jones — Recipe Developer & Editor
I plan, cook, test (twice for savory, three times for baking), and write every recipe in plain English with step-by-step logic. I include pantry swaps, timing notes, and “what can go wrong” tips so you don’t have to learn the hard way.
Sofia Bennett — Photographer & Food Stylist
Sofia is the eye behind our images — natural light, real portions, and zero trickery. She shoots each dish after we lock the final recipe so photos match what you’ll actually make. If you want more behind-the-scenes, she’s the one capturing the flour on the counter and the steam in the shot.
Jordan Lee — Test Kitchen & Community Care
Jordan double-checks timing, yields, and equipment notes across gas/electric/air fryer/oven variations. He also helps answer reader questions and flags anything we should clarify in future updates.
What You’ll Find Here
- Tested recipes with clear steps, realistic timing, and helpful photos.
- Smart swaps & notes for dietary needs or pantry limitations.
- Weeknight-friendly techniques that don’t sacrifice flavor.
- Seasonal menus for holidays and gatherings, plus make-ahead tips.
How We Test (our quality promise)
- Draft & plan: scope ingredients that are easy to find in US grocery stores.
- Two rounds minimum (three for baking/sweets).
- Measurements: US cups + grams when precision matters.
- Cross-checks: oven/rack placement, pan sizes, rest times, storage & reheating.
- Reader feedback loop: we log questions, update notes, and date-stamp meaningful edits.
Editorial Standards (transparency that platforms like)
- Recipes are developed in-house and cooked in a real kitchen.
- Sponsored content is clearly labeled; affiliate links never change our opinions.
- Nutrition data (when provided) is estimated and may vary by brand or swaps.
- We cite authoritative sources for food safety temps and technique definitions.
Corrections & Feedback
Found a typo? Timing off by a minute? Tell us — we fix fast. For significant changes, we update the post and note what changed so you’re never guessing.
Contact
- General: [email protected]
- Response time: typically within 1–7 business days
Thanks for being here. Grab a pan — let’s cook something worth repeating.
Linda
