Cooking Blast with Zuzana

Hey there! I’m Zuzana

I’m so happy you’ve found your way to Cooking Blast, a kitchen playground where flavor leads the way, creativity is always welcome, and making a little mess is totally part of the fun.

I’ve always believed that cooking should feel like an adventure, not a chore. Whether you’re whipping up a weeknight dinner or playing with a new flavor combo just because it sounds exciting, the kitchen is a place where curiosity and joy can come together in the most delicious ways.

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My Journey into Food

My journey with food started long before I ever thought about blogging. I studied at a medical college, which gave me a solid understanding of the human body and, more importantly, taught me the value of nutrition. That knowledge still shapes the way I cook today. I love knowing what goes into the food I make, not just the ingredients but the little choices that can turn a simple dish into something special.

My Education and Experience

Alongside my passion for cooking, I built a career that gave me a strong global and practical perspective. I hold an MBA in International Business, along with Diploma in Tourism and Diploma in Physiotherapy from a medical college.

Before focusing fully on content creation, I worked in the travel and hospitality industry as a Sales and Marketing Manager at former Nad Al Sheba Club in Dubai, the venue known for hosting the world’s richest horse race and its fully floodlit 18-hole golf course, as well as earlier experience with Emirates Airlines. I also ran my own travel agency. These experiences taught me how to stay flexible, think creatively, and adapt quickly, skills that naturally carry into how I cook and create recipes today.

I have lived in Dubai, St. Lucia, Doha, Slovakia and now Vienna, and have traveled to more than 62 countries. I also speak five languages, which has opened the door to different cuisines, ingredients, and cooking styles that continue to inspire everything I share here.

A Life Full of Flavor

I’ve had the incredible opportunity to live in some amazing places around the world. I spent twelve vibrant years in Dubai, surrounded by bold spices, international cuisines, and a culture that celebrates food in the most exciting ways. After that, I moved to the Caribbean and spent four beautiful years in St. Lucia, where I embraced the rhythm of island life and learned the magic of fresh, local ingredients. Today, I call Vienna home, a city where history and flavor mix in every charming corner.

All these experiences have left their mark on my cooking. My kitchen is full of global influences, colorful flavors, and little tricks I’ve picked up from friends, markets, and moments along the way. Cooking Blast is where I bring all of that together, a place for easy, flavor-forward recipes that make you want to grab a spoon and start something fun.

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Naturally Low Carb By Heart

Even though I don’t follow any strict food labels, I still naturally gravitate toward recipes without flour and sugar. That’s just how I’ve always cooked and loved to eat. You’ll find that many of my dishes are naturally low carb, simply because that’s what feels right to me.

It’s always about flavor first, using real ingredients, and keeping things creative in the kitchen.

What You’ll Find on Cooking Blast

Cooking Blast isn’t about complicated techniques or long ingredient lists. It’s about making food that’s exciting, satisfying, and doable, even on your busiest days.

I love sharing recipes that inspire you to try something new, whether that’s learning how to sear properly, make crispy vegetables without deep frying, or turn simple pantry staples into something that feels special.

Let’s Cook Together

Every recipe you see here has been tested, often more than once, in my own kitchen, tasted by my family, and photographed by me. I want you to feel like you’re right there with me, cooking side by side, enjoying the process and celebrating the small wins along the way.

Welcome to the Flavor Playground

Cooking Blast is more than a blog. It’s a place to have fun with food, try new ideas, and build confidence in the kitchen without overthinking it.

Whether you’re just starting out, love experimenting with flavors, or simply enjoy good food with a creative twist, you’re in the right place.

Let’s cook something amazing together.

Let’s Connect!

I always love hearing from fellow food lovers, so feel free to reach out anytime. Whether you’ve got a question about a recipe, a fun cooking story to share, or just want to say hi, I’m all ears. This is a space for us to connect and have fun with food, so don’t be shy!

You can find me on social media or drop me a message through the site. I can’t wait to hear from you.

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