Plated by Abby
Plated with care, cooked in your home.
In-home family chef services for busy Boulder families
Thoughtful, healthy meals made with intention and seasonal ingredients
In-Home Family Chef Services
Plated by Abby is designed for families living in Boulder CO who want nourishing, home-cooked food without the daily stress of planning, grocery shopping, cooking, or cleaning.
This service is a great fit for:
busy parents juggling work, school, and activities
families who want healthier meals without meal kits or takeout
households who value real food made fresh, in their own home
If dinner feels like one more thing to manage — this is for you.
All meals are prepared fresh in your kitchen using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Abby Focuses on the importance of balanced meals with high protein and whole foods.
Abby build menus to your preference, dietary restrictions and picky kids.
What the process looks like
Menus are planned around your family’s preferences and dietary needs and sent at the begging of the week with space for simple tweaks. Groceries are sourced specifically for each menu, so you only pay for exactly what your family eats.
Schedule a Trial DinnerWe start with a low-commitment 2 meal introduction so you can taste the food and see how it works in your kitchen.
Thoughtful Menu Planning & Grocery Prep
Enjoy real, wholesome food with zero planning, cooking, or cleanup stress.
Cook Day in Your HomeMeals are cooked fresh in your home during a scheduled cook day, then stored and labeled for easy reheating throughout the week. All prep and cleanup are handled so your kitchen is left clean, reset, and ready to use.
Dinner, Handled
New Client Family Trial
For families new to in-home chef services, the Family Chef Trial is a simple, low-commitment way to experience my food and process.
Includes:
• Two family dinners and a breakfast
• Thoughtful menu planning and grocery sourcing
• Meals cooked fresh in your home
• Storage, labeling, and kitchen reset
Starting rate of $100 + groceries
This trial is designed to help families experience in-home chefing without any ongoing commitment. After the trial, you’re welcome to decide if weekly family chef services are a good fit.
FAQ’s
Do I need to be home while you cook?
Not necessarily, just access to the kitchen. Whatever’s easiest for your family.
How do groceries work?
Groceries are purchased specifically for your menu and reimbursed at cost, so you only pay for what your family eats.
Can you accommodate dietary needs or picky eaters?
Yes. Menus are planned with preferences, allergies, and family routines in mind.
Why do you cook in our home instead of delivering meals?
Cooking in your home allows for full transparency, fresher meals, and a more personal experience. Food is prepared in your own kitchen using ingredients you recognize—no off-site kitchens, transport, or reheating uncertainty. It’s designed to fit your family’s routine and make dinner feel easy.