The Heavyweight Kitchen

Healthy Food for the Soul. Global Flavor. Real-Life Fuel.

I grew up on soul food. I know how to season a pot and make it stick to your bones—in the best way. But over time, I had to learn how to cook for my health without losing the flavor, the comfort, or the joy.

This kitchen is where it all comes together.
I still throw down on the classics, but I’ve also picked up a few things along the way.

Working across Asia for years taught me how powerful simple, balanced meals can be—both for health and for everyday life.
Life at home with my Italian husband means food is love—and you better season with both.

I cook for real life.
That means most of my meals come together in under 30 minutes—because I know what it’s like to come home exhausted and not want to cook.
This isn’t aspirational food. It’s food that meets you where you are and helps you feel better for showing up.

What you’ll find here is food with soul, but not just from one place.
It’s global. It’s thoughtful. It’s protein-packed, gut-friendly, and built for the life you’re actually living.

Because the goal isn’t to eat less.
It’s to live more.