Services · In Your Kitchen · SF Bay Area

The Service Menu

Everything we cook, teach, and set up — laid out like a menu, because that’s what it is. Find your situation, see what it costs, and book a free 15-minute call to talk it through.

Pricing

How Pricing Works

Good nutrition is an investment in health, independence, and quality of life — not just food on a plate. Here’s how our pricing is structured so there are no surprises.

Free 15-Minute Consultation

Every engagement starts with a complimentary, no-obligation consultation. We learn about your dietary needs, kitchen setup, and goals — and you decide if we’re the right fit. No cost, no pressure.

Weekly Meal Prep Sessions — Everything Is Included

Our service fee covers the full experience, not just the cooking. Each session includes:

  • Personalized menu planning
  • Grocery shopping
  • In-home cooking
  • Portioning & labeling
  • Storage & reheating guidance
  • Full kitchen cleanup

Personalized to Your Situation

Your quote reflects what you actually need. Factors that shape pricing include:

  • Frequency (weekly vs. biweekly)
  • Number of meals per session
  • Dietary complexity
  • Household size

Grocery costs are passed through at retail price with no markup.

8 fresh meals a week from $200/week — that’s about $25 a meal

Planning, shopping, cooking, portioning, and cleanup included. Groceries billed at cost with an itemized receipt — no markup, no subscription.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Currently serving San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, and surrounding areas. Contact us if you're unsure whether we serve your area — we're always happy to discuss options.

Absolutely. We work with all dietary needs including diabetic, low-sodium, heart-healthy, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and more. Your health needs drive every menu and lesson we design.

Weekly meal prep is $180–$200 per week for 8 fresh, portioned meals — that covers planning, shopping, cooking, portioning, and cleanup, with groceries passed through at cost (itemized, no markup). That works out to roughly $25 a meal. Lessons, consulting, and kitchen-setup services are quoted on your free call, because they depend on your situation — no surprises either way.

Yes. We have experience with diabetes, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, arthritis, COPD, kidney disease, and various mobility conditions. We're not medical professionals, but we work closely with your care team to make sure everything we do supports your health plan.

That depends on the service. Cooking sessions are typically weekly or bi-weekly. Meal prep is weekly or bi-weekly. Kitchen optimization is usually a one-time engagement with optional follow-up check-ins.

Yes — in fact, most of our clients are adult children booking for aging parents. We're happy to coordinate with family members and include them in sessions if desired.

Yes. We carry full liability insurance and hold a current ServSafe Food Handler certification. You can ask to see documentation at any time.

Home care agencies provide general assistance with daily tasks. We are specialized specifically in kitchen confidence, adaptive cooking, and nutrition — a focused, expert service that home care agencies typically don't offer. Think of us as the specialist, not the generalist.

We typically have availability within the week. Book a free consultation and we'll discuss timing on the call. Most clients have their first session scheduled within 7–10 days of their initial consultation.

Yes. The 15-minute consultation is completely free, no-obligation, and no credit card required. You'll walk away with useful insights about your kitchen setup and nutritional needs regardless of whether we work together.

Ready to Get Started?

Every client begins with a free 15-minute consultation. We'll learn about your situation and find the right service for your life.

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Love your first week or we re-cook it free.

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