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Michael Thompson
Portland, OR
Cascade Culinary Institute – Bend, OR
- Program: Culinary Arts Certificate
- Focus: Gained hands-on experience in professional kitchens, learning advanced recipe development, seasonal ingredient sourcing, and simple, beautiful food presentation.
ServSafe Food Handler Certification – Portland, OR
- Program: Food Safety Certification
Focus: Certified in core food safety and hygiene principles for both home and professional kitchens, with emphasis on ingredient handling, kitchen cleanliness, and safe preparation methods.
- Creating single-serving recipes tailored for individuals, small households, or meal preppers
- Culinary arts with a focus on clean plating and natural styling for food photography
- Working with fermented ingredients and dairy-based cooking techniques
- Designing seasonal menus that use fresh, locally sourced produce
Michael Thompson is the creative mind behind AboutYogurt.com. His journey began in the kitchens of Oregon, where he turned a love for simple meals into a full-time passion for recipe development.
After completing his culinary studies, he worked in several farm-to-table restaurants, where he deepened his commitment to sustainability and small-batch cooking.
Mike launched AboutYogurt.com to help home cooks find joy in everyday meals, especially those made with heart, simplicity, and real ingredients. He believes that good food doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful.
Michael’s Accomplishments
- Developed and published over 250 original single-serving recipes featured on AboutYogurt.com
- Hosted hands-on cooking workshops focused on local and seasonal ingredients
- Built partnerships with Oregon farmers to promote community-supported agriculture and local sourcing
Behind The Scene
Mike enjoys spending time outdoors, especially hiking through the Columbia River Gorge and foraging for seasonal ingredients. He often visits farmers’ markets for recipe inspiration and spends quiet afternoons experimenting with homemade yogurt and other fermented dishes.
Michael’s Favorite
- Creating one-pot meals that are quick, balanced, and full of flavor
- Testing different fermentation methods to make homemade yogurt and pickles
- Building simple, rustic plates that look beautiful with just a few fresh elements
- Using leftover ingredients creatively to reduce waste and spark new ideas
- Preparing warm, comforting meals for friends after a long hike
Michael’s Advice
“Every dish tells a story. At AboutYogurt.com, my goal is to help you tell yours. No pressure, just real food you’ll actually want to make.”