Even though I lived in Denver, CO for nearly 20 years, I've never lost my love of my home state (and my itty bitty hometown of St. Paris, OH.) As such, my goal is to reach a variety of people who could use those belly-filling, made-with-love meals that make life just a little easier when someone else does all the work. (That's me!)
Who Wants Food?!
Humans
This is an easy one! Everybody's got to eat, right?
Families Stuck in a Food Rut
I hear over and over again things like, "I'm so tired of eating the same three meals every week. We need more variety." (Kristin raises her hand and says, "Pick me! Pick me!")
People with Confusing Ingredients in their Kitchens
If you've ever found yourself with a half container of cottage cheese, three celery sticks, and some experimental pasta you'd never heard of before and don't know what to do with, I'm your girl! I love finding recipes to use what's already there so you don't experience unnecessary food waste. Bonus: You'll likely also get to try something new and different, so you can stay out of the food rut I mentioned above!
Busy Parents and Professionals
Whether you're exhausted after 40 hours of week (or more), or you're running your kids to 40 different activities a week -- or possibly a combination of all of the above -- I can help you out. You don't have to forego good food in favor of easy-to-order pizza delivery when you've got Piston Annie in your back pocket.
Grieving Community Members
I'd be honored to assist your friends and family by making meals for a respast, celebration of life, or even food you can put in a loved one's refrigerator or freezer for later use. My space in Brookville can also serve as a venue and accommodate people looking for a gathering space where they can grieve or celebrate together over a shared plate. Please reach out to learn more. Availability is limited, but I will do anything I can to assist you if I'm able.
I am no stranger to grief. By the time I was 42, I had lost both of my parents and my only sibling. I buried my mother on my 42nd birthday to give her back the day she'd given me on that cold day a week before Christmas. I believe in life being full circle, and I believe in being there for others when they're in the fog of grief and just trying to take one step at a time.
Neighborhood Groups
If you have a neighborhood group, such as a grief or support group, a study class, a team of volunteers itching for a space to grab a bite and get to brainstorming, I'd love to hear from you! I might be able to help you out if I can!