It seems like girlfriends everywhere have a new nemesis, and her name is Kya Renee, aka Cooking With Kya. The TikTok and Instagram sensation has been whipping up more than just delicious meals this year—she’s serving up some serious social media buzz. Her videos, which often feature more hip-swaying and twerking than your average cooking show, have sparked a wave of hilarious memes and reactions, especially among men who can’t seem to get enough of her.

Who Is Cooking With Kya?

Kya Renee is a Houston-based content creator who’s taken the internet by storm with her unique blend of cooking, dancing, and humor. She started posting her cooking videos in July 2024, and within just five months, she amassed over 700,000 followers on Instagram and a whopping 800,000 on TikTok.

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But Kya doesn’t just stick to recipes—her content also includes modeling photos, dance clips, and lip-sync videos. What sets her apart is her playful and confident energy. Each cooking video kicks off with Kya showing off her latest creation while swaying her hips and chanting her now-iconic phrase, “Cooking with Kya, Cooking with Kya.” And yes, there’s usually a twerk or two in the mix. Pair her bold personality with plates that look absolutely delicious, and it’s no wonder she’s captured the hearts (and eyes) of so many.

The Meme-Fueled Obsession

Kya’s content reached a whole new level of viral fame on December 2, 2024, when she posted a TikTok making an irresistible breakfast. The video racked up over 10 million views in a single week, sparking both admiration and jealousy. While men gushed over her charisma and cooking, their girlfriends were quick to side-eye the enthusiasm.

Social media platforms like TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram have since exploded with memes and videos inspired by Kya. Many of them poke fun at how obsessed men are, with some showing guys singing and dancing along to Kya’s chant or dramatically praising her cooking skills. One popular meme features captions like, “Me if I ever get a plate from Cooking With Kya,” paired with videos of men hyping up their partner’s meals.

Meanwhile, women are clapping back with their own memes. One viral TikTok, which racked up over 2 million views, showed a woman hilariously plotting what she’d do if she ever heard “Cooking with Kya” playing from her boyfriend’s phone. Another user posted a comedic skit where she makes mac and cheese for her partner, cheekily claiming to channel Kya’s vibe.

Why Kya Strikes a Nerve

At the heart of the Cooking With Kya phenomenon is her unapologetic confidence. Her cooking videos aren’t just about food—they’re about owning the spotlight, and that’s a quality some people love while others love to critique. For men, she’s the embodiment of charm and culinary talent. For women, she’s either an inspiring figure or the reason their boyfriends suddenly take an interest in food content.

Whether you’re a fan of her cooking, her dancing, or just the memes she inspires, one thing’s for sure: Cooking With Kya isn’t just a trend—it’s a movement. And with her signature chant echoing across the internet, Kya is proving that food and fun are a recipe for viral success.