JR's Cooking Story

My interest in cooking started when I was nine years old. One of my favorite pastimes was watching food shows with my grandfather and brother. We became memorized by the fantastic dishes we saw on Gordon Ramsay’s MasterChef, got into heated discussions on who could take down the massive plates we saw on Travel Channel’s Man vs. Food, and joked about who would be brave enough to eat the delicacies we saw on Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern.

My curiosity got the better of me, and I found myself trying to recreate what I saw on TV in my kitchen. Throughout my years of experience, I’ve evolved my flavors and techniques through countless hours of experimentation and recipe creation. Along the way, I’ve realized that the best part about completing a meal is having the opportunity to share it with others. Food is a unifying force, and I’m proud to say it will always be a part of who I am. Welcome to JR’s Protein Kitchen, where everyone has a seat at the table.  

- Justin Gilden, Founder of JR's Protein Kitchen