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Choya Johnson

About Me

Choya Johnson is a recipe developer and published model who spends his time managing his all natural beverage company, Peach State Drinks. When he's not busy closing deals, the food enthusiast — who enjoys all things tasteful — can be found creating flavorful drinks and southern-style meals on his food-focused social media account, @theamateurkitchn.

Latest Stories

I Tried "Texas Pie" and It's So Easy I'll Be Making It Every Weekend

No crust required.

Choya Johnson

Aug 31, 2023

I Tried the No-Bake Nutella Chocolate Chip Icebox Cake and It’s Absolutely Decadent

You only need four ingredients!

Choya Johnson

Aug 25, 2023

I Tried Ree Drummond’s Cowboy Quiche and It’s Just as Good as Everyone Says

It easily feeds a family of six.

Choya Johnson

Aug 4, 2023

I Tried Costco’s “Slot Box” Method for Ordering Cakes, and I Refuse to Order Cakes Any Other Way

We were definitely skeptical at first.

Choya Johnson

Jul 30, 2023

I Compared Costco's Pizza to Sam’s Club's and Was Shocked at Which Was Better

One was bigger, but that's not necessarily a good thing.

Choya Johnson

Jul 28, 2023

I Tried the Viral Jam Water Recipe

It’s shockingly good.

Choya Johnson

Jul 28, 2023

I Tried Trader Joe’s Jalapeño Limeade Margarita and Have a Lot of Thoughts

If you can handle the heat, this cocktail might be for you.

Choya Johnson

Jul 23, 2023

I Tried the Viral “Greek Lady Salad” and Want to Thank the Grandmother Who Invented It

For starters, she’s a genius.

Choya Johnson

Jul 21, 2023

I Made the 3-Ingredient Sgroppino Cocktail and Totally Get Why Italians Sip This All Summer

So much better than frosé.

Choya Johnson

Jul 20, 2023

I Tried Trader Joe’s Brand-New Pasta Sauce and It Was the Best $3 I’ve Spent This Month

Calling all pesto-lovers.

Choya Johnson

Jul 20, 2023

This Collard Greens Recipe Is Just Like the One My Grandmother Used to Make

It’s one of my family's favorite traditions.

Choya Johnson

Jun 17, 2023

I Tried Reba McEntire’s “Strange Juice” Cocktail, and It’s the Refreshing Drink You Need This Summer

“It’s citrusy and sweet, and makes for a refreshing drink whether you’re hosting a party midday or just hanging out in your backyard for a summer night.”

Choya Johnson

Jun 16, 2023

I Tried the Viral Diet Coke and Espresso Drink, and It’s the Midday Pick-Me-Up We All Need

It can definitely provide a boost of energy for those needing it.

Choya Johnson

Jun 14, 2023

I Tried Ina Garten’s New Favorite Way to Make Baked Potatoes And I’m Hooked

“I now see myself making this more often than I expected!”

Choya Johnson

Jun 7, 2023

I Tried King Arthur’s Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcake Recipe, and It’s a Keeper

“This is definitely not a quick and easy recipe, but the result is surely worth all of the work you put into it.”

Choya Johnson

Jun 4, 2023

I Tried Stanley Tucci’s Controversial “Ginloma” Cocktail, and It’s Now My Go-To Summer Cocktail

“It’s super refreshing and all of the ingredients blend together so well.”

Choya Johnson

May 19, 2023

Brown Sugar and Bacon Brussels Sprouts Will Make You a Brussels Believer

Take it from a former Brussels sprouts hater.

Choya Johnson

May 15, 2023

I Tried the Recipe for “the Best Lemonade,” and This Is How It Compared to My Own Lemonade Company

“As the co-owner of a small beverage business specializing in seasonal brown sugar lemonade, some may even say I’m a stickler for making the perfect lemonade.”

Choya Johnson

May 13, 2023

I Tried the Wildly Popular Honey-Glazed Cheesy Potato Pancakes, and I Can’t Believe I Wasn’t Making Them Sooner

It’s delicious!

Choya Johnson

May 9, 2023

I Tried the Banana Pudding Cheesecake Ice Cream Recipe Everyone Is Obsessed With

It’s nothing short of delicious!

Choya Johnson

May 1, 2023

Quick, easy, and super flavorful!

Choya Johnson