About Me

Welcome

I’m Theresa Ravencraft, an award-winning writer, TV producer, and creator of Rave About Food.

While I was born in Germany, my roots are firmly planted in the Midwest. I grew up baking cookies with my grandmother, helping my hard-working mother get dinner on the table, and learning about traditional family dishes from my grandfather. They taught me that simple, fresh ingredients make the best family meals. My passion for food runs generations deep.

I’ve been fortunate to travel the United States and beyond, experiencing the food and culture of so many wonderful places. I’ve spent significant time in the Carolinas, learning about the region and satisfying my hunger for Southern cuisine. My travels have also influenced my cooking and the recipes I create and make. I hope you enjoy them all.

Rave About Food began as a way to preserve treasured family recipes. Over the past 9 years, it has expanded to include classic twists, seasonal offerings, and easy meals for my family and yours.

The name for my blog…well, it stems from how I feel when I’ve discovered an amazing new dish or a beautiful new place with delicious cuisine. I just want to RAVE about it! The name is also a spin-off of my last name if you haven’t noticed. And I hope it is how you feel after trying my recipes.

Taste of Home invited me to become a Community Cook a few years ago. My recipes have been featured in the magazine and on tasteofhome.com. It’s been an honor to work with so many amazing, talented home cooks. 

I have always been passionate about cooking and love how it brings people together. When I gather with family and friends, we always end up in the kitchen. Laughing together, sharing stories, and embracing the food and the fellowship it fosters.