Hi, I’m Judi Leib, and I am the founder and Chef at Whisk In The Southern. Whisk In The Southern was born from my passion for cooking, along with the infusion of my Georgia roots and southern California living into the food I make. For me, cooking has always been fun and visual. I have done it all in the food business. From attending culinary school to working in kitchens, all the way to becoming the General Manager of a classic Los Angeles restaurant. I love this business no matter what my role is! From the beginning, food has always been a big part of my life, and I am grateful to be able to share it with you here at Whisk in the Southern.
About Chef Judi
I have done it all in the food business. From attending culinary school to working in kitchens all the way to becoming the General Manager of a classic Los Angeles restaurant. I love this business no matter what my role is! I started Whisk in the Southern to share my passion for food with anyone from a beginner cook to a full-time chef.
My Culinary Story
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I always say, “If it smells good together, it tastes good together.” My style of cooking is adaptable and innovative. Whether it’s my recipe or someone else’s, I’m always seeking to push it to the next level by adding my own personal touch. One of the best parts of California is the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, which I include as much as I can in my recipes. In the South, there was always chicken salad and pound cake to be had! The kitchen was filled with an abundance of comfort foods that evoke feelings of warmth and nostalgia with every bite. With every recipe that I make, I always make sure to include my secret Southern ingredient… love. Whisk In The Southern utilizes Southern kitchen staples incorporated into the SoCal kitchen.
Whisking together her SoCal lifestyle With Her Georgia Roots
Judi's class was very inviting and inclusive, which made learning from her fun and simple. Not, only does Judi bring in her years of experience and expertise, but she also makes her time with you very joyful. She is relaxed and cheerful!
Emely
Easy, tasty recipes explained in a simple way. Everybody could make it!
I have only been cooking for about two years and Judi welcomed me with open arms. She has become my mentor, and answers every question with a smile. I recommend everyone join her blog and have fun making her recipes.
Inviting and Incusive
easy, tasty recipes
Liset
She is my mentor
carl
Judi had such an ease in the kitchen and also in teaching. It felt as though we were right there, enjoying her company while she cooked and walked us through each and every item. She was great at explaining each step and giving informational tips along the way! Fantastic class all around.
Alisha
Chef Judi is very responsive to any questions I’ve submitted and always guides me with confidence and ease that makes me feel great about entertaining and trying out new recipes
I love visiting her website for fresh ideas for recipes and also interesting tips from her blog- it's all so easy to navigate, and truly makes me look like a real hero for my guests that sit around my table
Fantastic class
Guides with Confidence
Liset
fresh ideas for recipes
hedi
If you follow me, you can expect high-quality recipes, a wealth of tips from my years of culinary experience, useful product recommendations, and lessons taught in an accessible and fun way. I focus on an easy-to-understand and accessible style of teaching that anyone can follow.
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