Chef E's Blog

Let’s Talk Fall Treats, Sugar, and Smarter Swaps

Fall is here in full swing — the cozy sweaters, crunchy leaves, pumpkin everything... and let’s be honest, a whole lotta sugar. From caramel-drenched lattes to spiced baked goods, sugar sneaks in fast this season. But here’s the thing: while I’m all for indulgence, I want to feel good after I eat. That’s why we’re big fans of using natural, mineral-rich sweeteners in the New Leaf Table kitchen — sweet options that actually nourish instead of deplete.

Let’s Talk Fall Treats, Sugar, and Smarter Swaps

Healthy Living Shouldn’t Feel Like a Full-Time Job

Hey friends, Chef E here! The pumpkins are out, Halloween is creeping in, and I’m reminded of something important: health isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what’s smarter. Most of us don’t have time (or the desire!) to cold plunge at 6 a.m., sip $15 mushroom lattes, and meal prep endless containers of chicken and broccoli. And guess what? You don’t need to.

Healthy Living Shouldn’t Feel Like a Full-Time Job

How I Finally Stuck to My Meal Plan (Most of the Time 😉)

Hi friends — it’s Chef E! I used to love planning meals but never actually made them. I'd fill my cart with good intentions, feel like a total kitchen rockstar on Monday, and then by Wednesday… me and DoorDash were making eyes at each other. Sound familiar? It wasn’t the plan that failed — it was how I approached the whole rhythm of the week. So I made a few small shifts that changed everything. And now? I actually stick to my weekly meal plan (like 90% of the time — we still love a Friday pizza).

How I Finally Stuck to My Meal Plan (Most of the Time 😉)

Whole Food Support for Allergy Season

Hi friends — Chef E here! If you feel a little achy, sneezy, or sluggish as the seasons shift and the air turns crisp, you are not alone. Fall allergies are real. And so is the seasonal fatigue, dry skin, sinus pressure, and those low-energy days that sneak up when the weather changes. But here’s the good news: With a few intentional whole food swaps and some of my favorite natural remedies, you can feel clear, cozy, and vibrant all season long.

Whole Food Support for Allergy Season

Your Seasonal Wellness Boost

Hey friends! Chef E here 💚 As we roll into a new season — whether it’s cooler breezes, new school routines, or just a shift in rhythm — now is the perfect time to give your wellness a little tune-up. At New Leaf Table, we believe nourishment should be delicious, easy, and functional — meaning every recipe fuels your body and your joy. So if you’re feeling a little off, low-energy, or just “meh,” don’t panic… your plate can be your reset button. Here’s how New Leaf Table helps you feel your best from the inside out:

Your Seasonal Wellness Boost

How I Stopped Dieting and Started Thriving

Let’s be honest, friends… when it comes to nutrition advice these days, the internet is loud. Scroll for 30 seconds and you’ll hear that seed oils are poison, carbs are evil, liver is life, and lemon water will fix your gut, your credit score, and your marriage. 😅 So if you're skeptical? Good. You should be. Because the truth is: your body doesn’t need trendy fixes. It needs foundational nourishment—and it responds beautifully when it gets it. That’s exactly what we do at New Leaf Table.

How I Stopped Dieting and Started Thriving

Chef E’s Labor Day Note: Relax, Nourish & Soak in Summer

Labor Day weekend is for slow mornings, barefoot BBQs, golden hour dinners, and savoring those final few bites of summer. And yes… it’s HOT 🔥 down here in Texas. But just because it's sweaty doesn’t mean your wellness routine has to take the weekend off. In fact, some of my favorite New Leaf Table recipes are made for weekends like this: easy, nourishing, totally shareable, and packed with the kind of feel-good fuel your body and brain love.

Chef E’s Labor Day Note: Relax, Nourish & Soak in Summer

Real Food, Real Immunity — Especially in Back-to-School Season

As summer wraps up and school bags start zipping, I start thinking less about packing lunches and more about packing immunity into everything my family eats. August and September are prime time for immune overload—new routines, new germs, and not enough real food. Here's the truth: your immune system doesn’t just need defense, it needs fuel—and not from gummies or sugar-filled “immune boosting” snacks. It needs real, whole food with nutrients your body actually recognizes and absorbs. At New Leaf Table, we make it easy to serve your family meals and snacks that do just that.

Real Food, Real Immunity — Especially in Back-to-School Season