Hi, I’m Monique.

Welcome to Ambitious Kitchen! I’ve been sharing my recipes on this blog since August 2011. I’m incredibly happy you’re here. Whether it’s in your kitchen or in your life, my goal is provide you with inspiration.

This blog will continue to grow and change as I do. It will emphasize my passion for food, life, and writing. Most importantly, I always enjoy reading your comments and emails. You lovely people make me blush!

Cooking is simply apart of who I am. I’m happiest in the kitchen.

I’m self-taught and heavily influenced by family. Since I was a little girl I’ve spent most of my free time in the kitchen.  I used to come home after school, turn on the stove, and bake homemade brownies. My mom taught me how to cook authentic spanish cusine and my dad encouraged me to bake my heart out. Food has always been my creative outlet.

These days creating feasts for friends and family is one of my favorite things to do.

A little about me:

I’ve lived in Australia briefly where I learned to surf and drink wine! Unforgettable.

Traveling is one of my favorite things to do and I’m always up for an adventure. Check out the 23 things I want to do in 2012. Bungee jumping is one of them!

My mom taught me how to make enchiladas. I specialize at making them pretty & healthy.

I’m also in love with breakfast. Who could blame me?

Making pancakes is such a romantic thing to do.

This year I’m on a mission to create unique banana breads. Low-fat blueberry oatmeal, healthy coconut, and the not-so-healthy but extremely amazing peanut butter cup banana bread are all my favorites.

You should bake them and then inhale them.

I never underestimate the power of pie. It can brighten anyone’s day. It’s also one of my favorite things to bake.

Well, and cupcakes of course!

When I’m not blogging for Ambitious Kitchen you can catch me contribuing to The Bakery Spot (your spot for all things bakery). We answer your baking questions, post recipes, and interview bakeries and bloggers.

In my free time, I am a freelance PR consultant, food writer, and recipe developer. If you are interested in working with me, or pitching a product for review, please contact me. 

Other minor details:

I live in high heels and gym shoes. Yoga keeps me grounded. I love children. Laughter + red wine go fabulous together. I have an obsession with living healthy.  Above all I believe in passion. Do what you love… that’s what I’m doing here!

If you have a question about a recipe or if you’d just like to say hello, feel free to contact me via facebook, twitter, or email! I’d love to hear from you.