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About Me

Hey y’all! My name is Allyson and I am the creator behind Domestic Superhero.  Ever since I was a little girl, I loved creating and making things.  It wasn’t until college though, that I found my passion for cooking and developing new recipes! Throughout my 4 years of college, I worked as a nanny for a family of  4, and I had to make the dinner every night! It was crazy, because up until that point I only knew how to make one dish, Chicken Parmesan.  So I started recording Rachel Ray and other various cooking shows, because a 30 minute meal sounded very appealing…especially since I was busy taking care of kids and cooking at the same time.  

I learned how to effectively chop garlic, use diced tomatoes a million and one ways, and so many other tricks and tips. I slowly built up an understanding of how ingredients come together, and how to make the best dish possible with what you have available.  I also started hosting dinner parties, to get my friends together and also have the chance to do some ‘fancy’ cooking. I loved everything about cooking and having great company! Once I graduated from Berkeley, I headed to the East Coast for work, and continued cooking all the time…

Then I met my husband in New York a few years later and we decided to continue this crazy life journey in Atlanta!

Flash forward several years and I’m now in my early 30’s (ahhh, when did that happen?!), and I am married to my best friend, Andres, and I have 2 amazing boys, Austin and Everett.  

Austin is 9 years old and a BIG handful, and Everett is 6 and the happiest kid I’ve ever met! They are my best DIY projects to date πŸ™‚

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Domestic Superhero is my blog. It’s a place where share various recipes, DIY Projects, crafts, decor, inspirations, and the realities that fill my life.  This blog features things I’ve found and usually love, but may feature some imperfect projects as well.  Most things are frugal and budget friendly, as I love saving money.  I love sharing things and inspiring people to take action, too!  Cooking is my passion and I strive to share recipes that are delicious and easy; recipes that any home cook can EASILY recreate!  I love being crafty, but unfortunately lack time so most of the stuff you see here will be food related (however, keep an eye out for the random DIY project!). 

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I love hearing from y’all so please feel free to contact me! If you are interested in working with me, please contact me for more information! I have worked with brands such as Kraft, GE, BlendTec, William’s Sonoma, Jimmy Dean, Keebler, Graco, Nabisco, Nestle, Johnson & Johnson, Pixar, Disney, MARS, Hefty, Iowa Corn, Red Gold, Tyson, Barilla, Miracle-Gro, Jose Quervo, Lifeway Foods, Unilever,  Del Monte, Dole, Hunts, Tuttorosso, Uncle Ben, Dannon, California Pizza Kitchen, Smuckers, Fre-Wine, Parent’s Choice, T-Mobile, Reckitt Benckiser, Hain Celestial, Skinny Girl, Marie Callender,  Munchkin, Success Rice (Raviana), Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Handmade Charlotte, Rubbermaid, Church & Dwight (Orajel), Southern Breeze Sweet Tea, VIVA, Puffs, International Delight, Hebrew National, Wendy’s, and so many more. 

I have also been featured several times on Yahoo!, Buzzfeed, MSN, Country Living, Redbook, Parent’s Magazine, Kiwi Magazine, Square Rooms Magazine, Bob Vila, Women’s Health Magazine and website, and many more.

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Thanks for visiting and taking the time to read all about me!

– Allyson

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  1. roamingtheworld says

    March 19, 2012 at 3:22 am

    Woo woo- Congratulations on starting your blog!

    Reply
    • David Cross says

      July 22, 2018 at 10:36 pm

      I think your domestic superhero logo thingy is cute! Very creative!

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      • Allyson says

        July 25, 2018 at 1:34 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
  2. Our Kitchen Inventions says

    March 30, 2012 at 6:14 pm

    Nice to know – we live north of Atlanta! Welcome!

    Susan

    Reply
  3. Danny says

    April 5, 2012 at 6:35 pm

    I’ve nominated you for the NEW Blogger Award — congratulations! πŸ™‚

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    • arzea says

      April 5, 2012 at 8:54 pm

      Really?!?! Thanks!!!

      Reply
  4. Danny says

    April 5, 2012 at 6:36 pm

    Oh, and also the Liebster Award πŸ™‚

    Reply
  5. kimthedietitian says

    May 29, 2012 at 4:59 pm

    Thanks for visiting my site! Your blog is really wonderful – your egg recipes look so good! I’m going to try the Mexican one as well as the one you just posted.

    Reply
    • arzea says

      May 29, 2012 at 5:40 pm

      Thank you! Let me know how you like them!

      Reply
  6. Ann reed says

    August 9, 2012 at 4:45 pm

    Niece I had no idea this is YOUR blog! Congratulations, wait til I tell your Uncle Randy. He has no Facebook acct. I have been admiring your creations but didn’t realize you were the blogger. Me so proud!

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    • arzea says

      August 10, 2012 at 9:49 am

      Aww, thank you!! haha, yeah, I guess some people don’t realize it’s me! Love you!

      Reply
  7. Glenn and Emily says

    August 30, 2012 at 3:40 pm

    Thanks for the “like”. Your blog is fantastic….I can’t wait to dig a little deeper. The photos and recipes look great!

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    • arzea says

      August 30, 2012 at 4:12 pm

      thank you for stopping by!!

      Reply
  8. Apartment Envy says

    September 3, 2012 at 10:46 pm

    You’re so great that I nominated you for a “7 Things About Me” Award! Hooray!

    Reply
  9. boudoirstiches says

    September 7, 2012 at 3:11 am

    thank you for visiting my blog! I’m fascinated by your creativity in food so many nice recipes !

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    • arzea says

      September 7, 2012 at 7:02 am

      Thank you! Thank you for following my blog as well!

      Reply
  10. Sheri says

    October 26, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    The new site look great!!!

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    • Allyson says

      October 26, 2012 at 1:44 pm

      Thank you! I still have a long way to go, but it looks like it won’t be until January or so that I can roll out my new custom design! Thanks for checking it out!

      Reply
  11. DJ says

    August 17, 2013 at 4:11 am

    Great site! Stop by and check out what I’ve got going on at heheheplusshe.blogspot.com.

    Reply
  12. homemadeinhk says

    November 19, 2013 at 9:01 am

    hi allyson! thanks for liking our steamed chicken recipe! we are new in blogging so we really appreciate you dropping by =]

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    • Allyson says

      November 19, 2013 at 9:03 am

      Keep up the great work, it looks delicious! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  13. Linda says

    March 4, 2014 at 11:45 am

    Hi Allyson, I made the switch to a self hosting site recently but transferring followers doesn’t come with the package. Would you consider taking a look and following me again at my new spot…same name different address? Nice to see your blog again. Following you now from the new place. Thanks. Linda

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      March 4, 2014 at 11:47 am

      Hi Linda! What great news! I have signed up to follow you again and look forward to seeing your new stuff!
      Best, Allyson

      Reply
  14. SANDI says

    September 9, 2015 at 11:16 pm

    HI,

    JUST FOUND YOUR SITE WITH SOME GREAT RECIPES, AND WILL BE TRYING SEVERAL THIS WEEK.

    I SAW THE PICTURES OF YOUR ADORABLE BOYS.

    THEY GROW UP FAST, SO ENJOY THEM WHILE YOU CAN.

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      September 10, 2015 at 8:34 am

      Thank you for your sweet comments! Let me know how your food turns out!

      Reply
  15. Rachel Daisy-Doyle says

    October 16, 2016 at 5:04 pm

    That’s my beautiful and talented niece y’all are enjoying. I never would have guessed she would be sooo talented though I should have. Allyson and her brother were into so many creative things like dance and karate and they have a mother who is also very talented. I’m so very proud of her and have to admit I had absolutely nothing to do with her becoming such a talented and beautiful woman. Best of luck and best wishes from your Auntie Rachel and Uncle Bill :*

    Reply
  16. Michelle says

    December 25, 2016 at 5:57 pm

    So where is the recipe for the Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry…..I can’t find it. I have scrolled through several times.
    Unless I am blind!!!

    Welcome to Georgia….I am a NY transplant too

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    • Allyson says

      December 27, 2016 at 1:55 pm

      Not sure why you couldn’t find it, but here is the link: https://domesticsuperhero.com/10-minute-spicy-shrimp-stir-fry/

      Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  17. olga says

    May 24, 2018 at 8:06 am

    Love your website! You are a superhero πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      May 24, 2018 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks Olga! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  18. Lori says

    May 30, 2018 at 10:59 am

    Love the IKEA book case bench. Have all my supplies and ready to go! Just one question…what is the best way to apply the Velcro to make sure the cushion and bench top match up? I have never used Velcro before.

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    • Allyson says

      May 30, 2018 at 11:45 am

      Hey! You will see when you take the velcro out, but both sides have sticky adhesive on them. What I do is put both sides of the velcro together, like they are already stuck together, then take the adhesive off one side, and put on the base of the book shelf. Do this for all pieces. THEN, remove the paper protector from the tops of the velcro so the adhesive is out – when you are ready to put the cushion down, align it from above, and press firmly down on top of the velcro. The adhesive should adhere to the top. Does that make sense?

      Reply
  19. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    November 10, 2018 at 9:12 am

    Such a great blog! Congratulations!

    Reply

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