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Chef
Lorious
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Meet Jam Vino 
A little about me
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My roots are Alabama, my upbringing is California, and my cooking lives beautifully somewhere in between. I call it Calibama. I’m so glad you’re here.
Meet Chef LoriousFrom the Love Lab
What’s cooking
Southern soul meets California ease. Find something delicious to make your own.
Dinner
Tex Mex Lasagna: Spicy, Cheesy Comfort Food Delight
Somethings just make sense. There’s really not a lot of discussion necessary it just makes sense. This is one of those things. Who loves lasagna?…
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Appetizers
Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce for All!!!
I’ve been a moderate fan of Dr Pepper for as long as I can remember. I’m actually more of a Pepsi girl, but occasionally, I like to switch it up and…
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Dinner
The Ultimate Guide To Irresistible Baked (Smothered) Turkey Wings
The absolute easiest recipe you’ll every find for delicious, tender, juicy turkey wings. You won’t believe how simple these come together and how…
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The (G)lorious Life
Real stories, small pleasures, and honest thoughts from my corner of the world.
01 / Gathering & Entertaining
Not Another Boring Weekend…
Ideas for a weekend table worth gathering around.
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The Great Debate: Soups, Chowders, and Bisques
A delicious look at what makes soup, chowder, and bisque different.
Read story03 / Life & Living
Perfection vs Progress—HELP!
A reminder that accepting help is progress, too.
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Private virtual cooking classes
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Your kitchen. My Love Lab. Let’s make something delicious together, with a private class built around what you love to cook.
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Your goals, your tastes, and a time that works for us.
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We cook
Together on Zoom, with California ease and Alabama soul.
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You shine
A meal made with heart—and confidence to make it your own.
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