Alinzia—affectionately known as Linzy—first discovered her love for cooking at just eight years old, standing beside her grandmother in a warm Southern kitchen filled with the aromas of macaroni and cheese, fried chicken, collard greens, and sweet potato pies. Those early moments with her grandmother shaped not only her culinary foundation, but also her understanding of food as comfort, culture, and connection.

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​As delicious as those traditional dishes were, years of enjoying them led to significant weight gain. After struggling with obesity for much of her life, Linzy eventually found a structured meal program that promised a 20-pound loss in six weeks—if followed precisely. The plan was rigorous and repetitive, but Linzy saw it as a challenge. She refused to settle for bland dieting. Instead, she transformed each meal into something flavorful and soulful, creating dishes that honored her upbringing while supporting her health.