Maya Thompson

Maya Thompson is the creator and author behind Bring Dish. Growing up in a busy Chicago household, she learned from her grandmother that delicious food doesn't have to be complicated. After a decade in the fast-paced corporate world, Maya left her marketing career to pursue her true passion: creating simple, crowd-pleasing recipes for every occasion. Her focus is on making home cooking accessible, joyful, and easy for everyone, no matter how busy their schedule is. Through Bring Dish, she shares her love for food that brings people together.

Quick Weeknight Dinners

Close-up of a steaming white bowl filled with rich Ham and Bean Soup, featuring white beans, shredded ham, and fresh parsley.

Amazing 3-Hour Ham and Bean Soup Soul Comfort

November 1, 2025

It’s that beautiful, quiet time right after the big holiday feast, isn’t it? The ... Read more

Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Three tall, fluffy blueberry scones stacked on a white plate, drizzled heavily with vanilla glaze.

Amazing 8 blueberry scones, bakery style

October 28, 2025

I want you to stop buying those sad, dry little breakfast pastries from the ... Read more

Quick Weeknight Dinners

Close-up of shiny, golden-brown, soft buttery dinner rolls baked together in a clear glass dish.

1 Hour Soft Buttery Dinner Rolls Triumph

October 14, 2025

There is just something about a basket full of warm bread that makes any ... Read more

Quick Weeknight Dinners

Close-up of medium-rare steak, sliced against the grain, showing char marks from grilling after using the carne asada marinade.

Amazing 4-Hour Carne asada marinade secret

October 12, 2025

There’s just nothing like the smell of perfectly charred meat hitting the grill, is ... Read more

Quick Weeknight Dinners

A loaf of freshly baked french bread, cut open to show the airy crumb, resting on a wooden cutting board.

Amazing french bread in under 2 hours

September 29, 2025

Oh my goodness, there is truly nothing that beats the smell of absolutely fresh, ... Read more

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