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ABOUT CHUNGAH
I am the founder, creator, food photographer and recipe developer of Damn Delicious®, a website established in 2011. What started as a grad school hobby using a simple Tumblr account has transformed into my full-time job and business, connecting with millions of readers all over the world with recipes that are regularly featured in major media such as People, TODAY, and Bon Appetit, among many others.
Moving away from sunny Los Angeles, I now reside in the Midwest with my family and corgi crew, cheering on the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Why use Damn Delicious® recipes
- Trusted recipes. With thousands of recipes to choose from, I work with a team of women to test and re-test each and every single recipe to ensure that it comes out successfully in your kitchen (along with hundreds of five star reviews from fellow readers), whether you’re a seasoned chef or a first time cook in your college apartment.
- Focusing on quick and easy. Here at Damn Delicious®, we focus on quick, easy, and effortless dinners for the everyday home cook to show you that it doesn’t take much to make a homemade meal, especially during those busy weeknights between school pick-up and soccer practice.
- Easy to find ingredients. The recipes you find here require minimal prep and feature easy-to-find ingredients, making them no-fuss, affordable, and speedy. We’re talking minimal clean up, versatile pantry staples, one pan dinners, and budget-friendly meals with bold flavors for the entire family or weekend company.
- Tips, tricks, tutorials, and videos. Each recipe will feature helpful tips, tricks, smart shortcuts, and step-by-step videos setting you up for complete success in your kitchen every single time.
Cookbooks
- Damn Delicious: 100 Super Easy, Super Fast Recipes – My first cookbook features 100 recipes including quickie breakfasts, 30-minute skillet sprints, and speedy takeout copycats, inspiring you to whip up fast, healthy, homemade meals that are truly “damn delicious”.
- Damn Delicious Meal Prep – This cookbook is here to help you live a healthier (and more delicious) life! By taking the time to plan your meals, prep ingredients, and do some cooking ahead of time, it’s easy to have perfectly portioned healthy options at your fingertips for any time of the day—all while saving money.
Meet the team
CHUNGAH RHEE
New York, New York
Chungah, born and raised in Queens, is the founder and creator of Damn Delicious, established in 2011. She loves to travel, find new donut shops, and cheer on the Los Angeles Dodgers.
JANA NAWARTSCHI
BIELEFELD, GERMANY
Originally from Germany, Jana is a Boston-based actress, artist, and writer. When she is not on set or roaming the stage, Jana works behind-the-scenes, taking care of all things operational at Damn Delicious.
MARIAN COOPER CAIRNS
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
Marian is the food stylist, recipe developer, and art director at Damn Delicious. Based in Los Angeles, you can typically find her eating nachos, pizza and hot dogs for breakfast.
REN FULLER
CHISINAU, MOLDOVA
Ren is the newest addition to the Damn Delicious team as a food photographer. When she’s not shooting or directing, she’s usually adventuring outside, building something for her home, or perfecting the perfect smash burger.
JENNIFER CHONG
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Jennifer is a food photographer based in Los Angeles. When she isn’t behind the lens, she is adventuring outdoors, traveling across continents, or chasing after her daughter.
KATHERINE IRWIN
NAMPA, IDAHO
As a lifelong food lover and creative spirit, Katherine started working on food photography, prop styling, and food styling in 2020. She loves listening to audiobooks while she crafts, cuddling with her cats, spending time in nature, and enjoying a good iced matcha latte.
LAURA HELLER
LINDSBORG, KANSAS
Laura is a cinematographer and creates the awesome how-to videos for Damn Delicious. When she isn’t behind the camera, you’ll find her songwriting in her home music studio, perfecting a new song on the piano, going on a hike, or getting a drink with friends.
BUTTERS AND CARTMAN
COLFAX, CALIFORNIA
Butters and Cartman are employees of the year for Damn Delicious. You can find them typically sleeping on the job by the toilet or stealing all the underwear and socks.
Let’s Connect
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Love your recipes! Simple but delicious! Would LOVE healthy recipes cooking for two people. Its just me and my teenage daughter and although I have tried many of your recipes (love the chicken, especially) I find that I’m making way too much food just for us.
Dear Chungah,
I love your recipes and have tried lots of them! I am cooking for myself since my husband passed away 2 years ago. I was lost for awhile and didn’t feel like eating most of the time or just grabbed junk food. My husband was the cook for the two of us, and I hadn’t had to fend for myself in 32 years! But your recipes are so simple to prepare and delicious I really enjoy following your blog and trying your recipes. Last week I prepared the Zucchini Sheet pan with panko and marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese to accompany a pork roll stuffed with apricots, cranraisins,and pecans I purchased at Sprouts, it all was super good. Thank You and keep up the good work! You are inspirational!
Is that lobster in your intro? Rock out….I wondered about all that bacon grease so I will precook a bit…..first time to blog – so happy to know about you – congratulations and best wishes to you and butters
I love your recipes Chungah. My wife and I used to entertain a lot and she was a phenomenal cook. Since she passed away 3 years ago I live by myself in Toronto close to my 2 children and their families in Toronto, Canada. I still love cooking and cook for my children. I made “Cheater Pho” which was a big hit. It was even better than the real Pho!!! Thanks.
Hi Chungah, you’re recipes look amazing! Are they low cal, low carb or 21 Day Fix approved?
Awwwww, thanks, Andrea. Recipes are not low cal, low carb or 21 Day Fix approved unless specified. 🙂
Chungah, I have had to change my diet recently due to health issues. I always enjoy your recipes and they are truly simple! I cook them time and time again. Thanks again for allowing us into your kitchen!
I just saw that you have your own cookbook out. How exciting for you as well as me since I just purchased it and cannot wait until it arrives. You make fabulous dishes that are, well….DAMN DELICIOUS!
Thank you!! Thank you!! Thank you !!
You are just what I’ve been looking for so excited to have found your blog…. love the meal prep ideas xoxo
Hello Chungah,
Came across your blog purely by chance and feel compelled to say, “Although you have SOOOOOOO many amazing recipes…YOU, by far, are the MOST “Damn Delicious” thing here!!!! Such a BEAUTIFUL and YUMMY Woman…Stunning facial features, an intoxicating smile and a gorgeous little body 🙂
What an incredibly creepy comment ew.
I found this site by accident when I wanted to compare a recipe I had for Potstickers. I was amazed at the recipes you had. I have a busy schedule but our family prefer home-cooked meals. It was a headache planning ahead , so the days became predictable and boring. NOT ANYMORE. I surprise the family with your quick and easy dishes and they are a hit every time.SO DELICIOUS, but I give you the credit . Thanks Chungah keep up the good work
This blog is such an inspiration to other food bloggers like me. Your pix are phenomenal and so are your dishes! I like your wide variety of food selection and how it encourages people to cook.
I’ve been reading your recipes and loving the results for years! The simplicity is so great and always results in some Damn Delicious food! Keep on doing what you’re doing, you’re rocking it! Oh, and your dogs are Damn Adorable!
Where can I find that recipe for that chicken, 4th picture down. Also lol at “Butters”, that’s my favorite South Park character.
It’s part of my cookbook! 🙂
Available on Amazon.com here.
Who are you? Well who ever you are I love your site and your food look SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Damn Delicious keep up the good work I will now bookmark YOU
Hi!
I’m amazed how you cook the steak and roast vegetable together in the oven. I never thought about that way. It is a brilliant idea.
You are wicked amazing. My lap-cat is soaked with my drool . And the best part? SO many easy recipes. My daughter in law just had a baby and although I help a lot with meals she really just wants to throw something together quickly. I hooked her up with your site. Keep em coming!
Oh! And THANKS!!!!
I don’t think the nutritional values listed for your bang bang shrimp pasta recipe are correct. Specifically the carbohydrate value of 373.3 grams per serving?
Recipe looks amazing though, can’t wait to try it.
Home sick for the day and what do I do, I browse for recipes while in bed. Stumbled upon your site over an hour ago and haven’t left. Looking forward to the weekend in the kitchen.
I’ve lived in rural Haiti for 20 years and only in the last 5 years, when we got a solar powered freezer) did I get into cooking. I found that a well stocked pantry is essential here as the nearest decent grocery store is over 3 hours away. Thank you for these wonderful looking recipes. Just told my wife I have no idea how I will pick one to begin with. Great photos as well.
Love your recipes! I have had many, many Pinterest fails (my poor husband, lol!) but I have made multiple dishes from your blog and we love them! The instructions are easy to follow, the ingredients are simple, and they turn out amazing. Thank you! 🙂
Beautiful lady and a top-rated gourmet artist. Love your blog, Chungah! 🙂