👋 Hey there! I’m Chris — the home cook, family guy, music lover, and big heart behind Four Bites and Beyond.

I was raised the way I’m raising my own kids — by always sitting around the kitchen table for a family meal, no matter what life throws at us. Whether we were celebrating the good times or healing from heartaches, the kitchen was always our anchor.

My mom and grandmother didn’t just cook — they expressed love through food. You could feel it in every bite. That warmth, that comfort, that unspoken “I’ve got you” — that’s what I carry with me today. It’s a legacy I cherish and pass along every time I feed someone.

One thing about me? I’ll spend hours — sometimes days — prepping food just to watch my friends and family sit back and go “Ooooh” and “Ahhh” at the first bite. That, to me, is the greatest feeling in the world.

But it’s not just the food. It’s the atmosphere. It’s the laughter echoing through the house. The kids running wild. The dog begging by the counter. The 70s and 80s tunes I can’t help but belt out while stirring a pot. That’s my kind of joy — and that’s what you’ll find in every dish I share.

My family and friends mean the world to me. This blog is just an extension of that love. I hope when you try one of these recipes, you feel a little bit of the comfort, chaos, and heart that fills my kitchen every single day.

Thanks for being here. Now let’s cook something unforgettable. 🍽️🔥