Hi! I'm Lisa Riedl!
My love for cooking started in the family kitchen, shoulder to shoulder with my mom, learning how to bring people together with food. After more than a decade as a teacher, I found that the skills I used in the classroom โ making things clear, approachable, and repeatable โ translated seamlessly into the kitchen. Now, I bring that same energy to every recipe we share.
What I bring to the kitchen
- A teaching background that helps me break down techniques so theyโre easy to follow (and even easier to repeat)
- 13+ years of recipe development and food styling, making sure every dish tastes great and looks just as good
- Real-life family cooking experience โ I know what works on busy weeknights, what gets eaten, and what goes untouched
WHY I DO THIS
โHonestly, I just want people to feel more confident in the kitchen.I genuinely believe that cooking should be fun and approachable for everyone, regardless of their current skill level. Whether they're tackling a simple weeknight dinner, a Thanksgiving dessert or a tasty cocktail, I want to instill the confidence that they can absolutely pull it offโand have fun doing it!โ
A little more about me
Lifelong Minnesotan, currently cooking and creating all things delicious in the Twin Cities.
Collaborated with brands like Kerrygold, ConAgra and more to create content for product & ad campaigns
Featured in national media including HuffPost, BuzzFeed, Bing, and AOL + others
my favorite recipe!
EASY SHRIMP TACOS
These Easy Shrimp Tacos are packed with flavor and will have everyone asking for the recipe. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight meal or something tasty to serve a group, these spicy shrimp tacos are perfect. The best part? They use pantry staple spices and are ready to eat in less than 30 minutes.
Let's connect!
Have a question about a recipe? Looking for something specific? Or just want to say hi? I'd love to hear from you!
Email me directly at lisa@garnishwithlemon.com or use our Contact Us page to get in touch.
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