Meet Courtney Rowland, the recipe developer, food photographer, and writer behind the more than 700 recipes you’ll find here at NeighborFood. With over 15 years of experience, Courtney brings all her knowledge of cooking for her own family and community to the recipes you see here.
- Self taught cook with 15+ years of testing, failing, and perfecting recipes for family, friends, and neighbors.
- Wife and mom to two picky and active boys! Courtney is always cooking with the demands and constraints of kids in mind.
- Specializes in modern Midwestern classics like casseroles, slow cooker dinners, and sheet pan desserts. She also has a soft spot for Mexican food!
- Author of Let’s Get Together, a cookbook filled with easy recipes to make for seasonal gatherings
- Based in Columbus, Ohio
A Note From Courtney
Hi! I’m Courtney, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’ve been sharing recipes on the Internet since 2011. What began as a hobby to share the most successful dishes coming out of my kitchen has turned into a full-time career. I was born and raised in the Midwest, and you’ll see the influences of my Amish ancestors in the recipes you find on this site. I love food that is simple, delicious, and great for sharing. I believe in the power of food to bring people together, foster great conversation, make memories, and nourish bodies and souls.
Over the last 15 years, my tastes and expertise has grown to include many different kinds of cuisine, but you’ll always find a heart for easy, approachable, family friendly recipes here on NeighborFood. I take recipe testing seriously and always want to make all the mistakes in the kitchen so you don’t have to! It is my greatest joy to be a small part of your family dinners, birthday celebrations, and holiday gatherings.
Experience
Retail Bakery Employee, Piece of Cake, 2009-2011
CEO and Recipe Developer, NeighborFood, 2011- Present
CEO and Recipe Developer, Ground Beef Recipes, 2021-2025
Owner, 115 Park Studio and Event Space, 2025-Present
Proud partner of the Ohio Beef Council, Ohio Poultry, Ohio Pork, and the American Dairy Association Mideast.
Featured On: Good Day Columbus, BuzzFeed, Country Living, Taste of Home, GoodHousekeeping.com, HuffPost.com, and Parade
Expertise
Courtney was raised on church potlucks, big family reunions, and dessert every night. Much of her expertise comes from her own family tradition, but she’s also spent many years poring over cookbooks, watching tutorials, and learning from many, many failures. While she enjoys experimenting with many types of recipes, these are her specialties:
- Midwestern Comfort Food
- Easy Desserts that Feed a Crowd
- Stress-Free Recipes for Gathering
- Marinades and Grilling
- Ground Beef Recipes
- Food Photography and Styling
- Recipe Development and Testing
Work with Courtney
Interested in partnering with Courtney and the NeighborFood team? Click here to find out more. I would love to work with you!