HY RECIPES / ABOUT ME

About Me

 

Hi, I’m Marie Martin – and welcome to HY Recipes!

I live just outside of Raleigh, North Carolina, with my husband, our two lively kids—Lucas and Emma—and a cat who thinks she runs the house. Life gets pretty hectic around here, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve faced those what’s-for-dinner moments more times than you can count.

That’s exactly why I created HY Recipes: a cozy little corner of the internet where busy parents, home cooks, and kitchen beginners can find Mediterranean recipes that are quick, easy, healthy—and actually work.

My love for Mediterranean food runs deep. With roots tracing back to my grandmother’s sun-soaked kitchen on the southern Italian coast, I grew up surrounded by the aromas of olive oil, fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic. The Mediterranean way of cooking isn’t just delicious—it’s grounded in simplicity, balance, and joy. And that’s exactly what I try to bring into every recipe I share here.

At HY Recipes, you’ll find everything from speedy weeknight meals to healthy make-ahead lunches, all inspired by the bright, vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Think sheet-pan salmon with roasted veggies, 15-minute chickpea salads, lemony couscous bowls, and make-ahead mezze platters that’ll make your fridge feel like a Greek taverna.

Every recipe I post has been tested right here in my own kitchen, with my little taste testers by my side. My goal is to help you create wholesome, satisfying meals that don’t require fancy skills, expensive ingredients, or hours in the kitchen.

If you’re craving more ease, more flavor, and a touch of Mediterranean sunshine in your everyday meals, you’re in the right place. Let’s cook together—and make life just a little bit tastier.