Hello! My name is Emma Fernández, I’m 35 years old, and cooking has always been the heart of my life. I didn’t grow up in a restaurant or in a family of famous chefs, but in a simple home in Valencia, where my mother and grandmother taught me that cooking is not only about preparing food, but also about caring for others, sharing moments, and keeping traditions alive.
I remember spending hours as a child watching my grandmother cook traditional dishes. She taught me little kitchen tricks that you couldn’t find in any book, like how to make the most of the oven’s heat or how to save a stew when it seemed ruined. Those small details made all the difference and sparked my passion for discovering and sharing practical solutions to make cooking easier and more enjoyable.
Over time, I realized that one of the biggest challenges in modern cooking is avoiding food waste. From a young age, I noticed how many families would throw away perfectly good food simply because they didn’t know how to preserve it. That’s why I began researching and experimenting with food preservation techniques, from traditional methods like pickling and homemade preserves to modern ones such as smart freezing and vacuum storage. Today, I apply that knowledge in my daily life and share it to help others save money and live more sustainably.
Through the years, I also trained in different culinary courses and worked on perfecting my cooking techniques. I discovered that something as simple as cutting vegetables correctly or controlling the temperature of oil can completely transform a dish. For me, mastering the basics is what gives you freedom in the kitchen: when you understand the techniques, you can improvise, create, and enjoy without fear of making mistakes.
Creating this space, recetasdeleciosas18.com, is my way of bringing together all those experiences and lessons. Here I share easy recipes, tips that truly work, and advice so that anyone, no matter their level, can enjoy cooking. My goal is not only to give recipe ideas but also to inspire people to cook with more confidence, to preserve their food better, and to discover that the kitchen can be a place of creativity and joy.
Outside the kitchen, I love strolling through local markets, trying new ingredients, and talking to small producers who keep culinary traditions alive. I also enjoy teaching my nieces and nephews how to cook, passing on the same tricks I inherited from my grandmother that are now part of my life.
This blog is, ultimately, a part of my story and a bridge to everyone who wants to learn, improve, and enjoy the art of cooking. If you’ve made it this far, thank you for being part of this community. I invite you to explore, experiment, and above all, enjoy every moment in your kitchen.
With love,
Emma Fernández