Food Network Obsessed13 Okt 2023

Carolina Gelen on Her Viral Vodka Butter

Social media star Carolina Gelen showcases her multilingualism, saying “hello” in five different languages. She reflects on her Romanian roots, reminiscing particularly on their produce and bread. She shares her decision to move to the United States, fueled by her passion for a culinary career. Carolina fondly remembers making donuts with her mother, a memory that helped forge her culinary path. She reveals how she coined the name for her newsletter, “Scraps,” and her unapologetic approach to embracing mistakes in the kitchen. The chef remains that even as her platform has grown, she still delights in her followers creating her recipes. Carolina emphasizes her enduring commitment to engaging with her audience by responding to direct messages. She describes her cooking style as approachable and accessible, with a love for locally sourced, seasonal produce. She dishes on her passion for thrifting, highlighting her butter bell find that helped produce her infamous vodka butter. Drawing from her experiences working in a bagel shop, she highlights the importance of humility, a principle that continues to guide her journey.

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