Food Meanderings

For Terri Gilson, the journey into the world of food blogging was a natural extension of her deep-rooted love for creating, cooking, and a desire to share her creations and preserve her cherished family recipes. What began as a simple Facebook page in May 2016 to share her culinary creations, soon evolved into Food Meanderings, a popular blog that now welcomes over hundreds of thousands of pageviews each month.

The name "Food Meanderings" perfectly captures Terri's philosophy: a delightful exploration of her eclectic culinary interests, while always emphasizing recipes that offer shortcuts, accessible ingredients, and minimal kitchen time. Her mission also extends beyond the plate, promoting healthy balanced eating and sharing her insights into successful weight maintenance.

Her most popular recipes often have a seasonal appeal, like her Rhubarb Coffee Cake and Saskatoon Berry Pie in warmer months, or her comforting Grandma's Butter Tarts and Perogy Pizza during cooler seasons.

Beyond the metrics and monetization, the true heart of Food Meanderings lies in the connections Terri fosters with her audience. She is deeply moved by messages from readers who find her recipes taste "just like their mom used to make.” Equally touching are notes from elderly individuals, particularly men learning to cook after losing their spouses, who thank her for providing easy, comforting recipes.

“These are the connections that warm my heart and give real meaning to what I’m doing. I almost cry when I read them. That's why I do this. It feels so good.”

Looking ahead, Terri envisions a future for Food Meanderings that continues to evolve. She foresees exploring more video content, writing an e-cookbook, and is also keen to expand into new passive affiliate income streams.

But her core philosophy will always be to remain true to herself and her meandering culinary interests along the way, no matter how eclectic and diverse.