Want to get to know the person behind the recipes? Visit About Kristen Wood

The Story Behind The Blog

I started MOON and spoon and yum to make gluten-free and vegetarian cooking easier, more creative, and more enjoyable. After years of following this lifestyle, I wanted to share recipes that actually work, ones that turn out every time and show how satisfying this way of eating can be.

What began as a simple space to document family favorites has grown into a trusted resource for home cooks around the world. My goal has always been to show that gluten-free and vegetarian food can be colorful, comforting, and full of flavor, without complicated steps or hard-to-find ingredients.

What You’ll Find Here

• Reliable, flavorful recipes that are fully tested and easy to follow.
• Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian dishes inspired by global flavors.
• Homemade seasoning blends, sauces, salads, and comfort food favorites.
• Practical tips for cooking with confidence and creativity.

Whether you’re new to gluten-free cooking or have been plant-based for years, MOON and spoon and yum is here to make every meal both simple and delicious, and maybe even spark a little inspiration along the way!

My Approach

Every recipe on MOON and spoon and yum is tested at least three times before it’s published. Many are dishes I’ve been making for years (sometimes it takes me a while to get around to sharing them!), and everything is taste-tested by my family.

My partner and kids are vegetarian, but they aren’t gluten-free like me. So more often than not, my gluten-free recipes have also been tested with regular flour, and you can make them either way.

I build recipes around ingredients I genuinely love cooking with. Every photo and video on the site is shot and edited by me. Photography has been part of my life since I was a teenager, and it’s a creative outlet for me, just like cooking and baking.

Recognition

MOON and spoon and yum has been featured in Forbes, MSN, NBC, Elle, Martha Stewart, The Associated Press, Fox, CBS, Healthline, Seattle Times, Tasting Table, Yahoo and more. The site reaches millions of readers each year across web, print, and syndication.

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If you love exploring global flavors, trying new ingredients, and cooking food that feels both creative and comforting, you’ll feel at home here!

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