Charlotte Evans
Management Consultant turned Recipe Developer
Est. 2018 | Based in London
Background
In the heart of every kitchen lies a story of transformation. My culinary journey began in the corporate world, where I spent two decades as a management consultant.
Expertise
At 52, amidst spreadsheets and business strategies, I found myself increasingly drawn to the one place where creativity and precision seamlessly merged – my kitchen.
The pivotal moment came during a high-stakes business dinner I hosted for international clients. Instead of hiring a caterer, I decided to cook myself, preparing a five-course meal that showcased local ingredients and global techniques. The dinner was a success, but more importantly, it awakened something in me that had been dormant for years.
My analytical mind found a new purpose in deconstructing complex recipes and making them accessible to everyone. The Recipe Source was born from this unique intersection of business precision and culinary creativity. Each recipe undergoes rigorous testing, with variables controlled and outcomes measured – not just for consistency, but to ensure that anyone, regardless of their cooking experience, can achieve spectacular results.
Today, I approach recipe development with the same methodical attention to detail that served me in the corporate world, but with a passion that transcends spreadsheets and bottom lines. Every recipe published here has been tested in different kitchen conditions, with varying skill levels, because I believe that excellent cooking should be accessible to everyone.
Join me as we explore the science behind perfect pastry, the mathematics of flavor combinations, and the art of turning ordinary ingredients into extraordinary meals. The Recipe Source isn’t just about following recipes – it’s about understanding the ‘why’ behind the ‘how,’ and discovering the joy of creating something truly remarkable in your own kitchen.