Marley Goldin
Marley Goldin is the co-founder of Marley’s Menu, which she runs alongside her husband, Rob Hills. They live together in Coastal Georgia with their son Charlie and rescue dog Lolo.
Education
- University of Georgia: BS in Environmental Health Science
- University of Central Florida: MS in Public Health
Expertise
Marley grew up in Maryland in a warm, food-loving household, where her mom made homecooked meals with a speed and ease that seemed both joyful and effortless. From an early age, she learned that delicious food doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming.
Her love for cooking is rooted in a long family legacy of caterers and restaurateurs on both sides, who’ve passed down cherished recipes through generations. But above all, she credits her passion to her mom, who is her inspiration both in the kitchen and in life.
Her degree in Environmental Health Science also informs her cooking style. She leans into what’s in season, makes smart use of ingredients, and tries to never let anything go to waste. She’s found out that cooking with sustainability in mind naturally goes hand in hand with keeping things simple, efficient, and full of flavor.
Experience
Marley brings decades of hands-on cooking experience to the table. Beginning as a teenager cooking for a picky toddler while working as a nanny, then honing her skills while balancing a full-time job, grad school, and roommate dinners.
Now, as a busy mom and full-time business owner, she’s become an expert in getting delicious meals on the table for a family of three, fast.
Through every season of life, one thing has remained constant: a love for good food and the challenge of making it happen under real-life time constraints.
Marley In Her Own Words
I’ve moved quite a few times over the years! From growing up in the D.C. suburbs, to studying in Georgia for undergrad, then heading to Orlando for grad school, and finally settling (for now!) on the Georgia Coast to be closer to family. Through it all, I’ve learned that a house doesn’t make a home.
For me, home means feeling at peace with myself, being rooted in my values, and having a safe space to create—and that goes beyond just recipes! Creating memories with my little family is one of the most meaningful parts of my life, and I’m incredibly grateful to have a job that allows me to be with my son whenever he isn’t in school.
A typical day might include a trip to the beach, spending time with family, or heading into town to visit one of our favorite coffee shops, breweries, or restaurants. I’m an avid reader and love to sing and dance goofily around the house (a passion I share with my son!). My loving husband, who is from England, has introduced me to new experiences and interests, including soccer (or “football” as he insists). Thanks to him, I can now add Arsenal to my fandom, alongside the Georgia Bulldogs, of course.
We can also thank him for my newly-found sweet tooth, which has led to a deep love for baking (and, specifically, chocolate!).
Aside from my family, I’m constantly inspired by music, nature, and a genuine passion for discovering new flavors. I was a super picky eater as a kid, but as my palate grew, so did my curiosity. The more I broadened my horizons, the more I fell in love with the excitement and joy of tasting something new.
Marley’s Menu started as a passion project—a way to share my love for food and recipe creation with family and friends. But, it didn’t take long to realize that there was a real need for recipes that are simple, efficient, and still full of flavor.
Throughout my life in the kitchen, I’ve often found myself skipping steps, swapping ingredients, or using little shortcuts I’ve picked up over time, because so many recipes felt overly complicated or intimidating. So, I set out to create a space where home cooking feels doable, even on the busiest days.
Amidst the chaos of everyday life, meal planning and cooking becomes just another chore. But with a good rhythm and a recipe you trust, the process can be just as enjoyable as the finished dish.
Things I ask myself while creating new recipes are:
- Can I easily add any more flavor?
- Can it be made with less ingredients?
- Can it be made in fewer steps?
- Can it be made in one pot, pan or bowl?
- Can it be made quicker?
- Is there a simple method or singular ingredient I can add to boost the flavor without further complicating the recipe?
A recipe is not complete in my eyes until all of the answers to the above questions are “no”!
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