About me

A Simple Start

Hi, I’m Berk, the cook and curious flavor-seeker behind FlavorFarmhouse. I grew up on a small family farm, where mornings began with fresh eggs and the smell of herbs warming in the sun. Those early chores—picking tomatoes, stirring grandma’s soups—sparked a lifelong love for honest ingredients and big, memorable taste.

From Farm Rows to Restaurant Lines

After culinary school, I spent a decade traveling and cooking in kitchens from Istanbul to Seattle, learning how different cultures coax flavor from the simplest produce. Yet every new city reminded me of home: the sound of garden shears, the snap of fresh beans, the joy of food shared at a long wooden table. FlavorFarmhouse is my way of weaving those farm-fresh memories into easy recipes anyone can cook.

The FlavorFarmhouse Philosophy

  • Fresh First: Seasonal produce and pantry basics hold all the magic.
  • No Fuss, Just Flavor: Short ingredient lists, clear steps, and room for your own twist.
  • Share the Story: Every recipe comes with a little farm tale—because food tastes better with context.

What You’ll Find Here

  • 15-minute veggie wonders and slow-simmer comfort dishes
  • DIY spice mixes straight from my herb beds
  • Practical kitchen tips I learned from both farmhouse cooks and busy restaurant lines
  • Occasional peeks at the orchard, garden, and the rescue hens who keep us stocked with eggs