Meet Chef Lina Moretti

Lina Moretti is the heart and hands behind FoodByLina. Born into a family where food was never just food — it was tradition, celebration, and sometimes even therapy — Lina learned early that the best meals were the ones made with intention.

Her cooking roots are a vibrant blend of influences. Raised in a multicultural household, Lina grew up eating everything from rustic Mediterranean stews to bright, spice-forward street food. She spent her early adult years working in cafes, learning from cooks across cultures, traveling to taste the world, and always coming home to her own kitchen — experimenting, reimagining, and perfecting.

Though not classically trained, Lina brings something else to the table: a natural intuition for flavor, a deep respect for ingredients, and an infectious love for sharing food with others.

What You’ll Find on FoodByLina

FoodByLina is for the flavor-curious, the kitchen rebels, the weeknight warriors, and the Sunday slow-cookers. Lina’s recipes are designed to fit your real life — without sacrificing flavor, texture, or soul.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Vibrant, globally-inspired recipes – From zesty sauces and spice blends to comfort foods with a twist, Lina brings a world of flavor to your plate.
• Unfussy, flexible cooking – No gatekeeping here. Lina believes great food should be approachable, not intimidating. Whether you have 20 minutes or two hours, there’s something here for you.
• Plant-forward favorites + indulgent must-haves – Healthy-ish meals, feel-good treats, and balance in between.
• A sprinkle of storytelling – Every dish has a reason, a memory, or a little life lesson woven in. Lina shares not just recipes, but the moments behind them.

Why FoodByLina?

This blog is a love letter to home cooks — especially the ones who cook with instinct, improvise with what they’ve got, and never measure the garlic.

“FoodByLina” isn’t about perfection — it’s about connection. About making something delicious out of ordinary ingredients, and about giving yourself permission to play, taste, and trust your gut.

Lina’s philosophy? If it feels good to make and better to eat, you’re doing it right.

Our Kitchen, Your Community

At FoodByLina, we’re building more than a recipe archive — we’re building a kitchen table that anyone can pull up a chair to. Whether you’re here for a quick dinner idea, looking to explore new cuisines, or simply craving something honest and homemade, you’re in the right place.

So welcome — to the kitchen, to the flavor, to the family.

Cook bold. Eat happy.
– Chef Lina Moretti