In-home meal plan/cooking consultation

Service Description

Overwhelmed with the thought of cooking for yourself or your family due to food allergies, specialised diets or health conditions? Not sure which foods are safe, where to find suitable recipes, or how to plan your meals for the week? This in-home, 2-hour consultation takes the stress out of cooking and helps you understand and control what foods you eat. Perfect for those who have recently been diagnosed with; - coeliacs, - food allergies / sensitivities (or have multiple of these within the home), - health issues (eg diabetes and digestive disturbances) - those choosing specialised diets (eg. vegetarian/vegan) In the consultation we will discuss: - The dietary needs of yourself (and the rest of your family), including allergies, intolerances, and health conditions that may affect the type of meals required - Food likes / dislikes of each family member - Your cooking style – do you enjoy cooking, are you confident in your cooking skills, do you prefer a regular rotation of foods, or plenty of variety? - Education on the dietary needs of the whole family, especially in the case of allergies, including hidden ingredients and how to read labels to identify potential allergens or restricted ingredients. - Safety in your kitchen – organisation of pantry staples, food storage, preparation areas and cooking equipment to avoid cross contamination of allergens. This may include how to create allergy friendly zones, educating family members, labelling and storage, cleaning and sanitising, and communicating with visitors, - Creating a list of safe and unsafe foods. - Meal planning, batch cooking and other ways of simplifying your meal preparation Additional services: Once the consultation has been completed and all information gathered we have optional additional support services to help you: - Weekly meal planning, grocery shopping lists and recipes - In-home cooking assistance to help you gain confidence and familiarity with new recipes and routines - Complete in-home service including grocery shopping (if required) and food preparation for your weekly meals or special event. Cooking at home gives you more control over the ingredients, preparation and possibility of cross-contamination.