About

Hi, I’m Lilya Miller!

Welcome to my blog, Lilya Food! I’m a dedicated wife and a busy mom to my two wonderful children, a boy and a girl. Our home, nestled in the vibrant city of Nashville, Tennessee, is a place filled with love, laughter, and the delicious aromas of home baking. For as long as I can remember, cooking and baking have been my passion, a true love language through which I nourish my family. However, our family’s journey into gluten-free eating wasn’t a choice, but a necessity that deeply challenged my culinary world.

Our Family’s Gluten-Free Journey and Diagnosis

For years, my children suffered from persistent health issues, including recurring stomach pains, digestive distress, and a noticeable lack of energy, which was heartbreaking for me as a mother. We visited numerous doctors, and both my son and daughter underwent various tests, but we never received a clear diagnosis. Medical advice offered little relief, and we felt increasingly frustrated, with no solution in sight.

With encouragement from my husband and extensive personal research, we decided to try a gluten-free diet as a last resort. What happened next was nothing short of miraculous! Within just a few short weeks, my children’s symptoms began to vanish completely. My son’s vitality returned, and my daughter’s radiant smile brightened once more. It was a profound moment when we realized that the very food we were eating was causing their discomfort. The diagnosis was later confirmed: a significant sensitivity to gluten.

This experience fundamentally changed our lives. While the initial challenge felt immense, I was determined to transform this personal journey into a source of inspiration and support for others.

About Lilya Food

Lilya Food serves as my personal guide, born from everything I’ve learned on this transformative journey. My mission is to empower families, just like mine, to navigate the complexities of gluten-free cooking and baking with ease and confidence. In this blog, you will discover simple, delicious recipes—my family’s absolute favorites—that are so good, you won’t believe they’re gluten-free. From quick weeknight meals to celebratory desserts, I believe that every bite should be a delight, not a compromise.

I firmly believe that feeling good and healthy is far more important than any food restriction. My hope is that our story will inspire you, and that here you will find all the resources and recipes you need to embark on your own gluten-free journey with confidence and joy.

lilya & lilyafood Team.