About Me

Welcome, Meet the Creator!

by Calesse @ Curly Creates
written by Calesse @ Curly Creates

Hi, I’m Calesse — you can call me Curly.

  • Home cook
  • Flavor curator
  • Homesteader at heart

From Los Angeles, CA

Calesse ‘Curly,’ creator of Curly Creates, smiling outdoors with natural curls and warm lighting.

Where It All Began

Some of my earliest memories are in the kitchen with my mom—watching, helping, and savoring every moment. Those early experiences shaped my love for flavor exploration and ultimately inspired the creation of this blog.

What You’ll Find on Curly Creates

This space celebrates food in all its delicious diversity:

  • Comfort dishes that feel like home
  • Bold international flavors
  • Vegan + wellness-inspired meals
  • Restaurant reviews from LA and beyond
  • Curated recipes straight from my kitchen

If it’s cozy, vibrant, nourishing, or crave-worthy—you’ll see it here.

Calesse ‘Curly’ Haynes smiling while seated on an outdoor patio, in front of a lush green plant wall with a wooden sign that reads ‘Namaste.

A Little About Me

Outside of the kitchen, I’m usually:

  • Binge-watching cooking or nature shows
  • Thrifting vintage cookbooks
  • Vibing to music
  • Lost in a good audiobook

Thanks for Being Here

Stay awhile, explore, try a recipe or two, and maybe even discover your next favorite place to eat.
Let’s dig in.

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