Our Secret House Blend (And How to Make It!) Hello Reader, it's Yukari! Have you ever stared into your pantry at 5:47 PM wondering,"What can I make that won’t taste...meh?" 🫤 Yeah, same. A while back, Aric and I hit a wall. We love cooking, but between serving our weekly meal prep clients, recipe testing, private dinner parties, and real-life chaos (you know how it goes), we reached for something easy that could still bring the flavor. That's how our U & I House Blend was born. You'll...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Our Secret House Blend (And How to Make It!) Hello Reader, Ever stood in the spice aisle, overwhelmed by endless bottles and sky-high prices? 🤯 We’ve been there, too! The good news? You don’t need a hundred spices to cook incredible, flavor-packed meals at home. With a few budget-friendly essentials and a simple homemade blend, you can make every dish taste amazing—without overspending! 🌟 That’s why we’re excited to share our U & I House Blend—our go-to, all-purpose spice mix that works on...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Honoring Women in History—And in Our Kitchens ❤️ Hello Reader, It's Yukari! March is Women’s History Month to celebrate women's resilience, achievements, and impact throughout history. But for me, this month has always held a special personal meaning—from childhood memories of Japan’s Hina Matsuri (Girl’s Day) to the lessons passed down from my incredible mother-in-law, Marge. In this blog post, I reflect on: 🌎 Trailblazing women like Murasaki Shikibu, Frida Kahlo, and Olympe de Gouges. 🍽️...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
How Food Connects Us: Honoring Black Culinary Traditions Hello Reader, It's Yukari, and it's time for another blog! The world is racing, and the food industry isn't an exception. It's exhausting to keep chasing what's happening. So, I wanted to sit down and take the time to write about something close to my heart—how food tells a story of resilience, culture, and history. Black History Month is a time to celebrate the profound contributions of Black Americans. Since our company represents a...
2 months ago • 1 min read
We Took the $100 Grocery Challenge… Here's What Happened Hello Reader, Can you eat delicious, home-cooked meals for a whole week for just $100? That's the challenge Aric and I took on recently, and let's just say… we had some surprising moments at the checkout counter! 😳 We sharpened our pencils (and knives), mapped out a strategic grocery list, and set out to see if we could stretch our budget without resorting to bland, repetitive meals. 🎯 Our goal: Stick to a strict $100 budget Plan 21...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Our $100 Grocery Challenge Begins Now! Hello Reader, Happy New Year! Aric and I are kicking off 2025 with an exciting and practical challenge: Eating all our meals at home on a budget of $100 a week for two adults. That’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner—every single day! Why are we doing this? Unexpected expenses derailed our annual January vacation plans (sad!), so we decided to save up for a spring getaway instead. By cutting our grocery budget and skipping dining out, we’re hoping to make it...
3 months ago • 1 min read