Irene Walton

Irene Walton has established herself in the culinary world as a cooking show host and baker. Her background in the food and beverage industry began with her first job, leading to a specialization in baking and instruction. Currently based in Los Angeles, California, Irene actively engages with her audience, inquiring about their preferences for food items, such as a “DREAM charcute item” in June 2021.

Her digital presence is marked by significant engagement on platforms such as YouTube and Instagram. On YouTube, under the handle @irenewalton, she hosts a channel with 87.9K subscribers and 459 videos, where she identifies herself as someone who loves to cook. Her Instagram account, @homemadebyirene, has garnered 75K followers, showcasing her work under the theme of “America’s Sweetheart Dead Dad’s Kitchen Bites of History.” A notable milestone in her career is the creation of the Instagram page @NeverMissACollab in May 2020, dedicated to facilitating and documenting cake collaborations, which gained media attention from The New York Times in July 2021.

Irene actively participates in and supports the culinary community. She founded “Women in Cafes and Restaurants” to advocate for and empower women within the hospitality sector. As an ambassador for “The Burnt,” she mentors emerging leaders, demonstrating her commitment to fostering talent and promoting inclusivity within the industry. This involvement highlights her dual focus on both creative culinary expression and community development.