Finances are tight for most people, enough said on that, but if you are looking for some help eating healthier, in a more eco-friendly way and have a bit of cash to burn there is a really cool service available. I am shocked at how affordable the pricing is for a personal chef! The thought never even crossed my mind in the past other than perhaps the fleeting delusion of my grandiose future as a kid. When I heard about Ripe Personal Chef services I was really impressed with their commitment to quality ingredients, particularly organics and the availability of vegan coaching and vegan menus. Who knew?? Organic farming and avoiding meat and dairy in your diets helps eliminate waste and toxins in the environment, and in your own system, so it is all around a healthy idea but some folks need a little guidance. It is hard to make a change and it sounds like this service can help you with that transition. I decided to contact Chef Stephanie Heller for some quick info on how and why she/her business is committed to the environment, here is what she had to say:

What are you doing to make your business more environmentally friendly? Why?

I strive to make my business more environmentally friendly everyday. I buy local organic produce whenever possible. I make suggestions to clients where to shop and how to reduce waste. I use re-usable containers and recycle any product packaging I can. It is important to me to be more aware of my surroundings and appreciate everything in nature not just use and abuse the environment but work with it and help in anyway I can.

She has some flexibility around Valentines’ Day – how cool would a home prepared chef-quality, organic meal be for you and your sweetie? I love it! She provides service to most places in the valley so check out her website and see if your area is an option. Also, she has entirely vegan menus available as well as really great sounding omnivorous or vegetarian ones. I am so glad that this Chef is out there spreading the word about healthy eating, for individuals sake, and for the sake of our environment. Go Chef Steph!

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