I'm April, the author, recipe developer, food photographer and stylist behind Whisk it Real gud.
I do a lot of things for this blog like writing, creating recipes, taking pictures of the recipes I develop and making it look pretty. It all started as a hobby when I was a stay-at-home mom, but now it's turned into a business!
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Growing up in Northern part of NJ, I was surrounded by a beautiful mix of cultures and diverse communities. This melting pot of a place not only blessed me with lasting friendships from different backgrounds but also sparked my love for a wide range of flavors.
Now I live In the serene countryside of picturesque Southern Maryland in a home on 3 acres we bought 2 years ago. I am surrounded by the love of an incredible husband and our lively crew of boys.
But what truly makes our family special is the fact that both my amazing 9 and 10-year-old sons shine brightly on the autism spectrum. Their unique spirits bring boundless joy and endless inspiration to every moment of my life.
When I'm not busy being a mom, I pour my creativity into crafting delectable dishes for the blog. Drawing from my Southern roots and diverse culinary experiences, I love sharing recipes that blend the comfort of the South with the exciting flavors of various cultures.
The recipes I create are designed to be easy to follow and use ingredients that are easily accessible. To ensure your cooking success, I provide step-by-step process shots and plenty of helpful tips along the way.
I'll bring you recipes that not only taste amazing but are also a breeze to make. My hope is that you'll try them out, drop by to say hello or ask any questions in the comments section, and most importantly, enjoy making and sharing these recipes with your loved ones!
Here's what you can expect to find on my blog
I'll be sharing easy recipes that pay homage to the mouthwatering dishes I grew up enjoying. From comforting classics to flavorful tacos, from Southern delights to Mexican, Italian, and Asian-inspired creations—there's something for everyone.
In today's busy world, I understand the need for quick and delicious meals. That's why most of my recipes are designed to be fast and uncomplicated. I want to help you savor great food even on the busiest of days.
Recipes you'll find here
You'll find recipes that utilize pantry staples—ingredients you likely already have on hand. I want to make your cooking experience as convenient as possible, so you can whip up these delightful dishes without any hassle.
Rest assured, I only share recipes that I genuinely love and enjoy. I'm not here to follow trends; instead, I find joy in creating familiar favorites like Jamaican beef patties, Southern sweet cornbread, Sweet Chili Chicken & green bean stir fry, and my amazing Southern style Ritz cracke meatloaf. But I also love exploring unique and international flavors.
If you're a fan of classic Southern recipes, you won't want to miss my mouthwatering candied yams , sweet potato pie, collard greens. And if you're seeking comfort, my ultimate meatloaf will hit the spot.
I'm also passionate about recreating beloved dishes inspired by restaurants. From sweet and sour chicken to lemon garlic shrimp Alfredo pasta and more, I'll show you how to bring that restaurant magic into your own kitchen.
My ultimate goal is to inspire you and boost your confidence as a cook. I hope that my recipes become cherished favorites in your household, and that you'll share them with your family and friends time and time again.
One more thing—I absolutely adore seeing the dishes you prepare! It would bring me immense joy if you tag @whiskitrealgud in your Instagram stories or photos. We love showcasing the incredible creations made by our readers!
By the way, the most popular recipe on Whisk it Real Gud is my irresistible sweet chili chicken and green beans stir fry with sweet chili sauce. It's a must-try!
And if you have a hankering for Southern cuisine, my southern collard greens and southern peach cobbler are the talk of the town.
To stay in the loop with all the deliciousness, click here to subscribe to our free newsletter! And if you ever want to get in touch, feel free to email me at [email protected].
Grab your apron and get ready to cook with me! We'll create incredible dishes bursting with flavors from around the world, turning every meal into a mouthwatering masterpiece!
Roger Raney
I am so thankful that I happened upon your website (simply by googling...perfect meatloaf.
WOW!!! I have always been complimented on most meals I cook including my meatloaf but I wanted to step it up a notch and was searching on how to improve it. Sometimes I've used crackers, sometimes bread crumbs but I never even thought about soaking the bread in beef broth, eggs and Worcestershire sauce. My wife was blown away!!!
Thanks again.
April Wright
I really appreciate your great feedback and glad you guys enjoyed it! Thank you so much!
Colleen
HI! Just found your site and have several of your recipes to make - including your collards. Wondering if you could add an "Older" button on your homepage to index your previous recipes? I like that you share what you are serving along with your recipes. Colleen
April
I'll see what I can do. Thanks again Colleen!
Deborah Brothers
April, all of your recipes are "BOMB". I have made several but usually do not comment but after I made your Jamaican Beef Patties, I had to reach out to you. I love to cook and admire my cooking mates. I am not Jamaican, I am Black Canadian but love good food from all over the world. Although I live in Canada, I have been to NY and NJ numerous times in my life. Congratulations and your cooking achievements. You deserve to be in my Cooking Hall of Fame.
April
Thank you so much for your kind words Deborah! I plan on going to NJ and NY this spring to restaurant hop lol. I love food from all over too! I've been to Canada and the restaurants there are fantastic! Thanks for stopping by and I'm glad you enjoyed the recipes so far. PS. The beef patties are my favorite recipe on this blog!
Melody Gardner
Girl friend --- stay in Kansas City --- We love diversity and culture in our eating adventures!! I live in Parkville, and love your blog!!!
April
Hi Melody!! Sorry I'm late responding but Kansas was a great experience! I will be back! Thank you so much :)!
Mame
Well Hello April, i love food and cooking is my passion as well. Maybe one day i can share some of my african recipes with you. Thank you for sharing your recipes. Today i will be making the meatloaf. I will update you on how it went. Thanks!
April
Hi Khuja! You are very welcome! Sure you can message me your favorite recipes. If I like your recipe, I will definitely post the recipe to the blog. I hope you enjoy the meatloaf 🙂
Kat
I can’t find a way to comment or give a well deserved 5 stars! 😊 I’ve subscribed but it’s still not showing up. The meatloaf is to die for!! My son requested it last night for his 26th birthday and he brought his girlfriend. They both just raved. This is a HUGE compliment to you because neither she nor I even like meatloaf. At all. But I LOVED this. The meat I bought was Ground Kobe because it was a special occasion and it was THE BEST. Are you on Instagram??
April
That's is so kind of you Kat! I appreciate the lovely comment. I love it. Yup, I was the same way. I hated meatloaf until I made my own version. So glad your son's birthday dinner went great. Happy Birthday to him! Thanks so much for subscribing too. I took off a couple months from my blog and most social media because we moved halfway across the map. Had to get settled etc and now that my kids are in school I can get back to blogging. Yes, I am on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whiskitrealgud/. Look out for recipes very soon! Not sure why you couldn't comment on my post. If you could try to comment on the meatloaf post that would be awesome. It will also help others decide if they want to make it or not. Scroll to the bottom there should be a comment field. I just approved another comment. If it doesn't work for you don't worry about it. Thanks so much again 🙂 Enjoy your week!
April
I have to take a trip to NJ/NY soon. I love the restaurants in the tri state area. So many ethnic restaurants to choose from. I miss living there. I'm going to look up Pio Pio and put it on my to do list when I get up there. I hope you enjoy the rice Diane! It's a favorite of mine!
diane liva
Hi, thanks for the chaufa recipe. we just got back from a trip to NJ and NYC to see family, and we happened to eat at Pio Pio on 10th Av.e. The chaufa was fabulous. We're in the Bay Area and there is a dearth of Peruvian restaurants here, and their menus seem to be very different, so many thanks for the recipe.
Diane and Lisa