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Dec
31

Happy New Year from Us to You!

By Chef LaLa

Ring in 2025 with nourishment that matches your ambitions! As we welcome this fresh new year together, we're excited to be part of your journey toward health, wellness, and delicious dining experiences.


Start the year on the right note with chef-crafted meals delivered right to your door. No shopping, no prepping, no cleanup—just exceptional nutrition that fuels your goals and saves precious time for what matters most.


Whether you're pursuing fitness objectives, seeking more balance, or simply wanting to enjoy restaurant-quality meals without the hassle, our team is here to support your 2025 aspirations with premium ingredients and expert preparation.


Order today and taste the difference ...


Dec
31

Chef LaLa Launches Chef Nourish: How Years of Personal Chef Experience Led to a New Era of Meal Delivery Innovation

By Chef LaLa

Posted by Chef LaLa | January 2026


Category: Weight Loss Meal Delivery • Nutrition Science • Healthy Living
Reading Time: 7–8 minutes


The Personal Chef Journey That Changed Everything


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Chef Lala, Master Chef & Nutritionist at Chef Nourish


When I launched my Catering & personal chef business in Los Angeles, my mission was simple:
deliver restaurant-quality food to people who needed personalized nutrition—but didn’t have access to it.


Over the years, I cooked for hundreds of clients across LA:



  • Athletes training at a high level

  • Busy professionals juggling demanding schedules

  • Clients managing diabetes and metabolic health

  • Individuals focused on sustainable weight loss

  • Hollywood ce...

Dec
30

How to Make Meal Prep Effortless and Delicious with Easy Meal Prep Ideas and Gourmet Meal Delivery

By Chef LaLa


How to Make Meal Prep Effortless and Delicious with Easy Meal Prep Ideas and Gourmet Meal Delivery


Colorful meal prep containers filled with fresh ingredients in a cozy kitchen setting

Meal prep often feels like a series of trade-offs: save time or eat well, cook in bulk or enjoy variety, and manage dietary needs while keeping meals flavorful.


This guide shows how convenient meal preparation and delicious healthy meals can coexist by blending practical time-saving strategies, simple gourmet techniques, and options for concierge meal delivery.


You will learn the biggest barriers that make meal prep hard, proven shortcuts and quick recipes that keep meals tasty, and how personalized meal plans support weight loss, diabetic care, and performance goals.


Along the way weâ€&...


Dec
29

Let us HELP you!

By Chef LaLa

Start Your New Year's Resolutions Strong with Chef Nourish


The New Year stands before you - a blank canvas of possibility. While enthusiasm for resolutions runs high on January 1st, studies show that nearly 80% of resolution-makers abandon their goals by February. The difference between those who succeed and those who don't often comes down to one factor: having the right support systems in place.


Why Most Resolutions Fail


Health-related goals consistently top the list of New Year's resolutions. Whether it's eating better, losing weight, or having more energy, these aspirations require consistent daily actions. The challenge isn't usually motivation - it's the practical hurdles of implementatio...


Dec
27

Key Minerals for Optimal Body Function: Essential Nutrients for Health and Vitality

By Chef LaLa


Colorful array of whole foods rich in essential minerals for health and vitality

Essential minerals are inorganic nutrients the body needs to perform critical processes — from producing cellular energy to maintaining bone structure and nerve signaling — and obtaining them from whole foods supports long-term vitality and resilience.


This article explains which key minerals most directly affect body function, how they work at a biological level, and practical dietary strategies to meet needs through food-first approaches and tailored meal plans. Many people experience fatigue, muscle cramps, slowed recovery, or brittle bones because of inadequate mineral intake, and targeted dietary changes can reverse or reduce these problems while imp...


Dec
26

Quick Healthy Meal Prep Strategies for Weight Loss: Easy, Customizable Meal Plans and Delivery Solutions

By Chef LaLa


Healthy meal prep options with colorful vegetables and lean proteins in a bright kitchen

Meal prep for weight loss means planning, cooking, and portioning meals ahead of time so you consistently hit calorie and macronutrient targets without daily decision fatigue. This guide shows practical, time-saving strategies to create healthy, portion-controlled meals that promote a calorie deficit while preserving muscle through adequate protein. You will learn a beginner roadmap, essential tools and grocery lists, high-protein meal ideas with quick prep times, and diet-specific adaptations for keto, diabetic-friendly, and gluten-free approaches. The article also covers batch-cooking and no-cook hacks for busy schedules and explains when a meal delivery service can be a strategic compleme...


Dec
24

Christmas Dinner

By Chef LaLa

Classic Christmas Dinner Dishes


Here are some traditional Christmas dinner dishes that would make a festive holiday meal:


Main Courses



  • Roast Turkey: Seasoned with herbs and served with cranberry sauce

  • Honey Glazed Ham: Sweet and savory centerpiece

  • Prime Rib Roast: Tender beef with a flavorful herb crust

  • Beef Wellington: Beef tenderloin wrapped in puff pastry

  • Roast Goose: Traditional European Christmas favorite

  • Stuffed Pork Loin: With dried fruits and herbs


Side Dishes



  • Mashed Potatoes: Creamy and buttery

  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts: With bacon or balsamic glaze

  • Sweet Potato Casserole: With marshmallow or pecan topping

  • Green Bean Casserole: Classic comfort food

  • Cranberry Sauce: Homemade with orange zest

  • Dinner ...

Dec
22

Sweet and Spicy Salad

By Chef LaLa

Sweet and Spicy Salad
Ensalada Dulce y Picosita
Dressing
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup balsamic vinegar
11⁄2 tablespoons sugar


Salad
10 cups packed mesclun or mixed
torn lettuce
4 ounces queso fresco or goat
cheese, crumbled
1⁄2 cup dried cranberries
1⁄2 cup Sweet and Spicy Cayenne
Nuts (see page 85), walnuts or
pecans, coarsely chopped and
toasted*
*To toast nuts, spread in single layer on
baking sheet. Bake in preheated 350°F
oven 8 to 10 minutes or until golden
brown, stirring frequently.


1. To make dressing, mash raspberries with fork in small bowl. Whisk in
balsamic vinegar and sugar.
2. For salad, combine salad greens, queso fresco, cranberries and nuts in large
bowl. Whisk dressing aga...


Dec
21

Quick Healthy Meal Prep Strategies for Weight Loss: Easy, Customizable Meal Plans and Delivery Solutions

By Chef LaLa


Quick Healthy Meal Prep Strategies for Weight Loss: Easy, Customizable Meal Plans and Delivery Solutions


Healthy meal prep options with colorful vegetables and lean proteins in a bright kitchen

Meal prep for weight loss means planning, cooking, and portioning meals ahead of time so you consistently hit calorie and macronutrient targets without daily decision fatigue. This guide shows practical, time-saving strategies to create healthy, portion-controlled meals that promote a calorie deficit while preserving muscle through adequate protein. You will learn a beginner roadmap, essential tools and grocery lists, high-protein meal ideas with quick prep times, and diet-specific adaptations for keto, diabetic-friendly, and gluten-free approaches. The article also covers batch-cooking an...


Dec
20

Key Minerals for Optimal Body Function: Essential Nutrients for Health and Vitality

By Chef LaLa


Key Minerals for Optimal Body Function: Essential Nutrients for Health and Vitality


Colorful array of whole foods rich in essential minerals for health and vitality

Essential minerals are inorganic nutrients the body needs to perform critical processes — from producing cellular energy to maintaining bone structure and nerve signaling — and obtaining them from whole foods supports long-term vitality and resilience.


This article explains which key minerals most directly affect body function, how they work at a biological level, and practical dietary strategies to meet needs through food-first approaches and tailored meal plans. Many people experience fatigue, muscle cramps, slowed recovery, or brittle bones because of inadequate mineral ...