Hi ! I am Don Kip!
A self-taught cook, filmmaker, and creative director based in Kentucky.
Most days you can find me in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes or behind my camera capturing the stories food tells. What I’m most passionate about is creating dishes that are quick, comforting, and surprisingly healthy—and sharing them with you.
“My goal is to share straightforward, comfort-focused recipes that are wholesome, quick to make, and actually taste amazing.”
How Cooking Saved Me
Five years ago, I picked up a wooden spoon not because I wanted to become a chef, but because I needed something to hold onto.
I was battling depression, and cooking became my lifeline. There was something almost meditative about chopping vegetables, something hopeful about watching ingredients transform into something nourishing and beautiful.
What started as therapy became a passion. Each recipe I tested, each technique I learned, each meal I shared with family—it all pulled me further into the light. Cooking didn’t just feed my body; it fed my soul. And somewhere along the way, I realized I wasn’t just surviving anymore. I was thriving.
My family noticed the change. They tasted it in every dish I made. They saw it in the way I’d light up when sharing a new recipe I’d perfected. They’re the ones who encouraged me to start Recipes By Kip – to take what healed me and share it with others who might need it too.
What You’ll Find Here
I’m still figuring out my exact path, but here’s what I know for sure: life is too short for complicated recipes that require ingredients you can’t pronounce.
At Recipes By Kip, I focus on dishes that are:
Quick & Doable – Because you have a life outside the kitchen. Most of my recipes take 30 minutes or less, with ingredients you can actually find at your local grocery store.
Comforting – Food should make you feel good, period. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, these recipes are all about that warm, satisfied feeling.
Surprisingly Healthy – Comfort food doesn’t have to be unhealthy. I’m all about sneaking in nutrition without sacrificing flavor, so you can feel good about what you’re eating.
Uniquely Mine – I love taking inspiration from recipes I discover and putting my own spin on them. Think of it as culinary remixing – keeping what works, improving what doesn’t, and adding my own creative twist.
Who This Is For
If you’re a busy professional who wants homemade meals without the hassle, a beginner cook looking for approachable recipes that actually work, or someone who believes healthy food can still be comforting and delicious—you’re in the right place.
I’m here for the people who want to enjoy cooking, not stress over it. The ones who want to eat well without spending hours in the kitchen or breaking the bank. If that sounds like you, welcome home.
Beyond the Kitchen
When I’m not cooking, I’m usually creating something with my camera. As a filmmaker and creative director, storytelling is in my DNA – whether I’m shooting a film or plating a dish.
I’m endlessly curious, constantly reading, researching, and diving deep into whatever catches my interest (which is pretty much everything).
All my food photography on this site? That’s me too. I believe every dish has a story, and my camera helps me tell it.
Let’s Connect
Recipes By Kip is more than just a recipe site—it’s a community of people who believe food can be simple, delicious, and healing. I share every recipe because it makes me feel alive, and I hope it does the same for you.
Whether you’re here for a quick weeknight dinner idea or just browsing for inspiration, I’m glad you stopped by. Let’s make something delicious together.
Thank you for being here. Let’s cook, create, and celebrate good food together!
With gratitude,
Kip