Alexandra Roa

Hi, I’m Alexandra Roa—recipe developer, food-photography lover, and the voice behind Alexandra Recipes. After two decades of experimenting in my home kitchen, I’m still amazed by how a handful of simple ingredients can turn into something that brings people together. My dishes are always pork-free, alcohol-free, and family-friendly, with a special focus on vibrant seasonal produce, trend-setting mocktails, and those little kitchen hacks that make cooking feel effortless.

Unlock Relaxation with Ashwagandha Moon Milk: A Cozy Recipe

July 17, 2025July 7, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Delicious cup of Ashwagandha Moon Milk with spices and herbs for relaxation.

Ashwagandha Moon Milk is totally my go-to when my brain is buzzing late at night and I want that warm, crazy-cozy hug-in-a-mug feeling. Sometimes, after a long day, you just … Learn More

Sip & Savor: The Soothing Benefits of Reishi Mushroom Tea

July 7, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Reishi Mushroom Tea - immune-boosting herbal tea blend with earthy flavors.

Reishi Mushroom Tea has totally become my reliable go-to for those wild days when nothing seems to slow down. Ever feel so tired by lunchtime you’re considering taking a nap … Learn More

Sip Your Way to Health: Discover Pine Needle Vitamin C Tea Benefits

July 7, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

A cup of pine needle vitamin C tea, showcasing its herbal benefits and rich flavor.

Pine Needle Vitamin C Tea has low-key changed my whole winter routine. Ever get hit hard with a cold season and just wish you had an easy, actually tasty way … Learn More

Boost Your Health with an Oregano Oil Immunity Shot

July 7, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Wellness Rescue Oregano Oil Immune Support Shot featuring super herbs and citrus.

Let me be real. Oregano Oil Immunity Shot is my secret weapon for when I wake up with that scratchy throat and just know a cold wants to ruin my … Learn More

Discover the Amazing Benefits of Thyme Tea for Respiratory Health

July 17, 2025July 7, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

A cup of thyme tea with herbs for respiratory health.

Thyme Tea for Respiratory Health – if you’re anything like me, you want to breathe easy and kick that stubborn cough to the curb, right? Cold season hits, allergies flare … Learn More

10 Herbal Tea Recipes for Health & Wellness That Actually Work

July 17, 2025July 7, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Picture this: you’re feeling run-down, stressed, or just need a moment of calm in your chaotic day. The solution might be sitting right in your kitchen cabinet—herbal teas that have … Learn More

Kombucha Bottle Bombs: TikTok Injury & 5 Brewing Safety Tips

July 7, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Kombucha bottle “bombs” aren’t urban legend—they’ve sent real people to the ER and racked up millions of TikTok views. This article unpacks how one viral injury happened, the science of … Learn More

Sip and Savor: Discovering the Benefits of Slippery Elm Bark Tea

July 5, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Cup of Slippery Elm Bark Tea made from organic Ulmus rubra for digestive health

Slippery Elm Bark Tea has honestly saved my throat on those dry, scratchy days when I feel like I’m swallowing sandpaper. You know those times when your stomach’s acting ornery … Learn More

Fresh and Fun Kombucha Second Ferment Ideas to Try at Home

July 5, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Homemade kombucha bottles during second fermentation with fruit and herbs for added flavor.

Kombucha Second Ferment Ideas might sound a little out there if you’re just getting into home brewing. Trust me though, nothing’s worse than excitedly cracking open that fizzy bottle… only … Learn More

Sip on Fun: Make Your Own Fermented Ginger Bug Soda!

July 5, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Homemade Fermented Ginger Bug Soda in a glass, showcasing natural fermentation process.

Fermented Ginger Bug Soda is way easier than most folks think. Maybe you’re like me a few years ago, staring at store-bought kombucha, thinking “That’s definitely rocket science.” It’s not. … Learn More