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Hey, we're Sam and Dan!
Welcome to Ahead of Thyme, established in 2015, where we share tried and tested family recipes inspired by our Middle Eastern and Asian roots, our Western upbringing, and our travels around the world.
Since then, Ahead of Thyme has reached millions of people every month with quick and easy recipes that are full of flavor. We help busy people cook real food that tastes good, using quality, wholesome ingredients you can feel good about.
What You'll Find Here
Quick and Easy Recipes
Life is busy, but dinner doesn’t have to be complicated. Our goal is to help you get flavorful and delicious meals on the table, fast. Whether it’s a 30-minute dinner or a one-pan meal, these recipes are designed to save time and reduce stress.
Family-Friendly Meals
Feeding a family means finding that sweet spot between kid-approved and adult-worthy. Our recipes are tested in a real family kitchen (with picky little taste testers!) and are made to please almost everyone around the table, from toddlers to grown-ups.
Wholesome, Real Ingredients
We believe good food starts with real ingredients. You won’t find overly processed shortcuts here — just simple, whole foods that bring out the best in every dish. It’s all about nourishing your family with meals that taste as good as they feel.
Our Team
We’re currently a team of two, with support from a small group of amazing contractors behind the scenes.
Meet Sam
Hi, I’m Sam! I’m the creator, recipe developer, food photographer, and voice behind Ahead of Thyme. I started this blog as a creative outlet while working my 9-5, and in 2018, I took the leap and made it my full-time job. What started as a passion for cooking and sharing simple, delicious meals has grown into a space where I get to inspire home cooks every day.
When I’m not working, you’ll find me exploring local hiking trails, chasing after my kids, or planning our next family trip.
Meet Dan
Hey, I’m Dan! I’m the recipe developer, flavor chaser, and behind-the-scenes taste tester at Ahead of Thyme. Cooking has always been a big part of my life, and I love turning everyday ingredients into something special. Whether it’s developing the perfect marinade or getting that golden crust just right, I’m all about making food that tastes amazing and brings people together.
When I’m not in the kitchen testing recipes, you’ll find me spending time with family and friends, going salsa dancing, or exploring new places.
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Fun Facts
- We’re Canadian and live in beautiful Vancouver, BC.
- We love to travel and have visited over 30 countries.
- We’ve been married for 10 years and are parents to two young children.
- Sam went to law school and practiced law until 2018, when she took the blog full-time.
- Dan has an engineering background and left his full-time sales job in 2022 to join the blog full-time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ahead of Thyme was created in December 2015. At the time, we had just gotten married, and I (Sam) was starting my career in the legal industry as a newly minted lawyer. While I was putting myself through university and law school, my love for baking had taken a back seat. It wasn’t until we got married that I really started cooking for the first time.
Cooking quickly became my new creative outlet, just like baking had been throughout my childhood and teen years. I found myself experimenting with flavors again and documenting my adventures in the kitchen. I started posting photos of the meals I was making for Danny and I on social media, and the response was so encouraging that it inspired me to create Ahead of Thyme.
I share new recipes almost every day!
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Absolutely! I love partnering with brands that align with my values and the content I share. For sponsorships, advertising, freelance opportunities, or food photography inquiries, feel free to reach out at hello@aheadofthyme.com.
You can find more details on my Work with Me page.
You may use one of my photos with credit and a clear link back to the original blog post. Recipes, however, may not be republished without prior written permission.
For any requests, please email me at hello@aheadofthyme.com.
Unauthorized use of my content may result in copyright infringement.
You're welcome to share a photo from my blog on social media as long as it's clearly credited and links directly to the original blog post.
Do not copy and paste the full recipe into the caption or comments. Instead, direct users to the recipe on my website.
If you have a specific collaboration or feature request, email me at hello@aheadofthyme.com.
Let's Collaborate
From recipe development to social campaigns, we offer a range of ways to work together.
