About me

Meet MacMar – The Heart Behind Flavivo

Hi there—I’m MacMar, and if you’ve found your way to FlavivoRecipes.com, then you probably love food as much as I do. I’m 42 years old, born and raised in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, where the smell of shrimp and grits mingled with the salt of the sea and the stories of three generations of cooks before me.

A Southern Start and a Cast-Iron Legacy

Cooking, for me, began with a cast-iron skillet and my grandma’s no-recipe recipes—those intuitive, soulful meals she whipped up by memory and instinct. She taught me that food is never just about flavor; it’s about feeling. I remember being ten years old, standing on a wooden stool, stirring gumbo for what felt like hours, just to get the roux right. She’d say, “Mac, it’s ready when it smells like home.” I never forgot that.

The Journey From Home Cook to Flavor Explorer

As I grew older, I started experimenting—adding a bit of smoked paprika where it wasn’t traditional, folding unexpected flavors into classic dishes. I trained briefly at a local culinary institute, but my real education came from potlucks, farmers’ markets, food trucks, and long, raucous dinner parties where someone always asked, “Can I get this recipe?” That’s how Flavivo was born—out of a desire to share not just meals, but the joy of making them.

My Food Philosophy

To me, cooking should be fearless and fun. I believe a great dish doesn’t have to be complicated. You don’t need fancy gear or rare ingredients—just curiosity, a pinch of patience, and a generous helping of heart. That’s what I try to bring to every recipe I share here. You’ll find classics with a twist, comfort foods that feel like hugs, and new flavors that might just become your next craving.

Learning Through the Messes

And hey, not everything turns out perfectly—and that’s okay. I’ve burned bread, over-salted soup, and once even set off the smoke alarm with a pecan pie (long story). But every mistake taught me something, and that’s part of the magic.

Let’s Cook Together

So welcome to my kitchen. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just learning how to hold a knife, I’m glad you’re here. Let’s make something delicious together.

Let’s Connect!

I love hearing from my readers! If you have any questions, suggestions, or just want to say hello, feel free to reach out via our Contact Page or email us at contact@flavicorecipes.com.