Hi, I’m April Lee
I’m April Lee Wiencek, the recipe creator behind The Tipsy Housewife. I share comforting meals, nostalgic favorites, and a few new twists on the dishes we grew up loving.
My kitchen is a place for good food and good company. Whether you’re making dinner on a Tuesday or bringing an appetizer to a party, I want you to feel right at home here.
Cooking Educator • Recipe Developer • Food Columnist
Comfort food with Midwest roots.
I split my time between Chicago and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. My Polish family roots and love of gathering around a table inspire the food I share.
Before The Tipsy Housewife, my work included cooking programs at the Chicago Park District, culinary education at Common Threads, and preparing meals in private homes. Feeding people has always been one of my primary passions in life.
More than a love of dinner.
Teaching, Helping people cook
My experience includes 16 years at the Chicago Park District implementing cooking programs and serving as National Culinary Program Director for Common Threads.
Writing: A column from my kitchen
I share recipes as Chef April Lee in Wisconsin’s Border Bulletin, bringing the same approachable food and personality to print.
As Seen on WGN TV Chicago
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Good Places To Start Cooking With Tipsy
Try one of my most popular recipes here on The Tipsy Housewife. Nostalgic comfort food and an easy way to get dinner on the table.
Classic holiday comfort food. One of the recipes that made Tipsy famous.
There’s always room for one more.
Thanks for being here. I hope you find a recipe you’ll make again and again.