Video by Victoria Wall Harris
Photo by Emma K Morris
Meet Haley
Favorite foods: french fries, chocolate cake and salad
Hey y’all! I’m Haley – a Los Angeles based food photographer, videographer, food stylist, and recipe developer. I started Brewing Happiness back in 2014 as a way to work through my complicated feelings about food and my body. Along the way, I’ve found balance, health, and most importantly *happiness*. It’s my hope this website can be a platform for you to do the same.
Before running Brewing Happiness I attended Chapman University where I studied filmmaking and screen acting. I thought I was going to be an actress, but alas life had different (better) plans. I’m much happier playing with food everyday.
These days you can find me over at Salt Worth Creative creating custom photography and videography content for brands!
Meet Ryan
Favorite foods: pizza, tacos, and curry
I’m Ryan, the official head of Brewing Happiness’ test kitchen. Before joining BH in 2020, I worked in restaurants for 15+ years. I attended Johnson and Wales for culinary school. Since then, I have both worked in well known kitchens like State Road (where I cooked for the Obamas) and Botanica, as well as a private chef.
At Brewing Happiness, I’m excited to take all of my knowledge to help make your kitchen experience easier and more fun.
These days you can find me over at Salt Worth Creative styling food and creating custom recipes for brands!
Photo by Emma K. Morris
Lisa says
Hi Haley,
I just found your meal prep posts and they are amazing!!
Have you done a series or do you have any more recent ones?
I’ve been cycling through 2 of them, haha, I’m obsessed.
They really make my life easier during the work eek.
Thanks so much!
Lisa
Haley says
Hi Lisa! I’m so glad you like the guides! Unfortunately I only have the two. Hopefully you can find fun ways to shake those up so you can keep enjoying them.
holidaysallyearround says
Hey Haley! I’ve been looking through a lot of “health food” blogs lately, but it is your design format that feeds me the most tranquility and balance– the lifestyle that you adorn, after all. I also love that I see butter and animal meat in your recipes, which many healthy food bloggers have completely restricted. It would be great if you could check out my blog, which provides recipes on traditional Chinese holiday foods and legends. Your work is so inspirational.
Haley says
I am SO HONORED you like our layout and structure. That means the world to us! I’ll definitely check out your site!xo.
Ingrid | Food For Soul says
Love your site! It’s so pretty! Just found it today:))
Elizabeth says
Made your pineapple upside cake for my husbands birthday and he LOVES IT!!! Thank you for such a beautiful site and for being so REAL! You are an inspiration.
Haley says
Oh my goodness Elizabeth, I couldn’t receive a better compliment! Thank you so much! And tell your hubby happy birthday!!!
Lisa says
Hi there, tried to connect with you on FB but your icons don’t work. Also for the angel food cake recipe – for traditional afc recipes you need to turn the pan upside down to cool ….. did you do this with yours? Thanks
Haley says
Hey Lisa! I’m so sorry that the buttons didn’t work – I’ll look into that. You can always email me at haley(at)brewinghappiness.com with any questions you have. But, no, I did not flip it to cool. That cake won’t expand to the whole pan, so you run the risk of breaking it if you flip it before cool! Thanks!
Holly nearpass says
I first heard about intuitive eating from a podcast that Isabel Foxen Duke was on, I’ve been an intuitive eater for about 2 months now. Stumbling on your site is a breath of fresh air. Thank you! G.ad to know there’s lots of us out there!
Haley says
Oh welcome to my site and to the wonderful world of intuitive eating! I’m so so glad you found me. xo.
Tenzin says
Yas🙌🙌🙌 I found a food blog that really resonates with me! Thank you Haley, this is awesome!
Healthier journey💁♀️ Here I come😇
Haley says
That means the world to me! Welcome to the health-ier family, Tenzin! xo.
Jacqueline B. says
I just found your site and watched a couple of your videos on youtube, I think we’d be best friends. lol
Your attitude towards health and food is so refreshing and I love it! So glad I found your site, its been bookmarked and I cant wait to try all your yummy foods!! Thank you so much for your help towards my better health!
Jacqueline B. says
(also, I love your doodle icons on everything)
Haley says
(Me too!) xo.
Haley says
Ah Jacqueline! I’m so happy you found me, and like what I do here. That seriously means the world to me. LET’S BE FRANDS! xoxo.
Jessica Lockhart Kincaid says
I need you to know that the peanut free vegan dog treats have been a saving grace for our sweet boy, Bentley Benjamin. He is allergic to peanuts and we have had a really hard time finding healthy food and treats that are peanut free and are produced in a peanut free facility. Making these at home ensures he’s safe and (BONUS) he loves them! Thank you a million times for sharing this recipe! Our family is grateful!
Haley says
This makes my heart SO HAPPY to hear. If I can bring one sweet dog joy in this world, then I have done my job! xoxo.
Jana du Plessis says
Loove your new website, Haley!! But I also have to admit that I do miss those cute illustrations next to each category at the top;)
Haley says
I’m so glad you like the new site! (I am looking into getting those back – I so appreciate the feedback.)xo.
Anonymous says
Your site is so cute; I love the top decorations for different parts of the site. So many delicious recipes 🙂
Haley says
Thank you! That means so much to me – I’m so glad you found my little corner of the internet. xo.
sharon knabb says
Thank You, Thank You. Just found this blog and love it, awesome!!!!! Yes we don’t others to preach to us about eating healthier, we just need someone to help us do it and do it deliciously. Bless you.
Haley says
Oh thank YOU, Sharon! I’m so happy to find like-minded people who are just journeying to a healthier life. Sending you all the love, and can’t wait to continue celebrating healthier with you! xoxo
majardln says
Oh wow Haley, I just found out about your blog and I LOVE IT!!!!! =) (And what an awesome video. I love what you’re saying, you seem to be auch a positive & wonderful person! :)) Have a great day!
Haley says
Thank you SO SO MUCH. Your kind words made my day! Welcome to the Brewing Happiness family. I’m so happy to have you. xoxo
Cole Ratcliff says
Awesome site, Haley! What camera are you using? The pictures (and recipes! :P) look awesome.
Haley says
Thanks, Cole! I use a Mark II 5D with a 50mm lens. I’m so happy to hear you enjoy my photos and recipes! Thanks for checking out the site!
Susan says
Hi lovely site thanks. I have signed up for your newsletter. I was looking for the savoury granola recipe but couldn’t find it. Please can you help
Haley says
Oh so good to hear, Susan! Of course I can help! Here is the link to the savory granola recipe : https://www.brewinghappiness.com/savory-granola-pancakes/
Enjoy!
Anna-Lena Müller says
Hi:)
Haley says
Hello there! Thanks for stopping by!