Hey there, and welcome to Yup Tasty!

I’m Rina, and I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m a mom of two, food lover, and the heart behind this cozy little corner of the internet where simple, satisfying recipes come to life.

I grew up watching my mom cook meals that somehow made the whole kitchen feel like home. Her food wasn’t fancy—just deeply flavorful, comforting, and always the kind that people went back for seconds (and thirds). Even her plain rice and lentils tasted like something out of a dream. Everyone said it. Still does.

That’s where my food journey began—not in culinary school, but in a small, bustling kitchen filled with laughter, spices, and the magic of “you’ve got to give me this recipe.”

Fast forward a few years, and here I am: a busy mom trying to keep up with two kids, homework meltdowns, and weeknight chaos—while still making dinner that brings everyone to the table. Yup Tasty is my way of sharing those kinds of meals. The real ones. The doable ones. The ones that make you pause mid-bite and say, “Yup… that’s tasty.”

I believe food doesn’t have to be complicated to be amazing. Some of the best dishes I’ve ever made started with what I had in the fridge and a hungry kid tugging at my sleeve. (There was even that one time I tried to cook with a baby strapped to my chest and a toddler yelling that he wanted “mac ‘n’ cheese with ketchup—but not really ketchup.” You get the picture.)

So whether you’re a fellow parent, a late-night snacker, or just someone who loves really good food, I hope you’ll find a little joy, a little ease, and a lot of flavor here.

This blog is built on love, leftovers, and the belief that every meal can feel a little special—even if it’s just Tuesday.

Let’s make it Yup Tasty. 🍴