A Nourishing Way
In-Home Personal Chef Services
Proudly Serving Rochester & The Finger Lakes
WELCOME TO A NOURISHING WAY
Custom meals prepared in your kitchen
Busy schedule? Don't know what to cook? Navigating a major life transition—a new baby, a health challenge, or a season that needs extra support? Let me cook for you!
Through my premium in-home meal prep in Rochester, NY, I take care of the planning, shopping, and cooking right in your own kitchen. You get back your time, your peace of mind, and the high-quality nourishment you deserve.
I customize weekly menus for you and your family based on your unique dietary needs and preferences. On your cook day, I handle the grocery shopping, prepare your customized meals, and take care of the cleanup. Your house will smell amazing and your fridge will be full of delicious, ready-to-reheat dishes! How good does that sound? Let’s talk and get cooking!
Recurring cook dates — weekly or bi-weekly meal prep that keep your fridge full.
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New moms & growing families — postpartum, new baby, that season of life
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Health & healing — navigating illness, recovery, dietary challenges
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Seniors aging in place — nourishing meals that support independence​​​
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Ready to Get Started?
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​Let's find the perfect plan to meet
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What My Clients Say
Julie has transformed how our family eats over the past few years. Her services have saved us time and energy something that's incredibly valuable with small children. Thanks to her, our weekly meals are planned, our fridge is stocked with ready-to-heat options, and we even have freezer meals for those extra busy nights, which means far fewer last-minute takeout runs. We’re eating much healthier now, and that peace of mind is priceless. What really sets Julie apart is her deep knowledge of various dietary needs and preferences. She's incredibly adaptable, even working around one of our children’s picky eating habits and our family’s specific dietary restrictions. Her flexibility, expertise, and care have made a huge difference in our lives.
~ Molly P
Pittsford, NY
Having your meals prepared for us during those early postpartum days was the greatest gift. You helped us slow down and truly settle into life as a family of four. Not only did your nourishing food support my recovery and give us all energy, but the care and thought you poured into every dish made us feel held. You mothered me while I was learning how to mother again and even more, you helped our oldest feel special and seen during such a big transition. Thank you for caring for my whole family with such tenderness. Your presence brought warmth and calm into our home, and we can't thank you enough.
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~Michelle P.
Rochester, NY
Julie is a gift to our family. Not only is she a wonderful human, her cooking is amazing. She has catered everything to our son's liking and has had such a positive impact on both his mental and physical helath. We cannot thank her enough. She has become part of our family!
​~Cressida P.
Penfield, NY
Thank you for all that you do for our family. Having you cook for us has truly been a blessing. Your meals provide more than nourishment. They bring comfort, warmth, and peace to our home during a time when we need it most. In the midst of navigating my health journey, your presence and care have been a source of steady support. You’re not just feeding us you’re holding space for our family in a way that words can hardly express. You are nourishing our bodies and our souls, and for that, we are truly blessed.
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~Sarai B.
Canandaigua, NY
Services & Investment
Fully customized menus designed for your lifestyle. Below are examples of how clients typically structure their weekly meals.
One-Pot Favorites:
Includes 3 large, all-in-one meals like stews, chilis, or casseroles that stay fresh, to be enjoyed right away or freeze perfectly, to enjoy later.
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Slow-Simmered Grass-fed Beef & Root Vegetable Stew
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Hearty Three-Bean & Kale Vegetarian Chili
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Weekly Mix & Match:
The Weekly Mix & Match: Best for variety. Includes 2 proteins, 2 veggie sides, and 1 hearty one-pot meal to get you through the busy nights.
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Lemon-Herb Roasted Wild Salmon
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Garlic-Ginger Sautéed Seasonal Greens
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Classic Entrées & Sides:
Best for the first half of the week. Includes 3 main meats and 3 side dishes for those who prefer a traditional, plated dinner.
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Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin
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Whipped Cauliflower Mash
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Weekly service packages start at $500 per cook day (plus the cost of fresh ingredients).
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Grocery Cost: Averages between $150 and $250 depending entirely on your custom menu selections.
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- ​​Scheduling: Weekly visits are standard. Bi-weekly sessions are also available at a slightly adjusted rate to perfectly fit your schedule and lifestyle.
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Looking for custom care? Please ask about my specialized packages!
Meals + Companionship For Seniors
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​Custom Meals : senior-friendly portions, prepared to meet your specific nutritional needs and preferences.
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Companionship & Peace of Mind : Good food, engaging conversation, and consistent, reliable support to keep you safe and independent at home.
Postpartum Recovery
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​Fourth-Trimester Nutrition: Nourishing, healing meals designed specifically to help new moms recover and rest easily.
Because these specialized packages are entirely customized to your family's unique logistics and dietary goals, pricing is tailored per client. Please call, text, or email today to request your free 15-minute Discovery Call to discuss your options!
To ensure the highest level of service and attention, I only accept a limited number of private clients in Rochester and the Finger Lakes each week. This allows me to provide the intentionality and nourishing support your home deserves.
Meet Julie Antinore- The Heart Behind A Nourishing Way
I'm Julie, a lifelong lover of nourishing, delicious meals. My journey with food started in my own kitchen, driven by pure curiosity and a love of growing food and cooking that has never left me.
Growing up, I spent countless hours in the kitchen with my Sicilian grandmother. She was my first and greatest teacher. I learned by watching, by doing, and by tasting. Over the years I've been lucky enough to cook alongside many gifted home cooks, friends who taught me that the best food often comes from someone's own kitchen, prepared with love.
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As a young adult, I navigated my own food allergies and discovered how profoundly what we eat shapes how we feel and function. Then I cooked for someone I loved through their cancer diagnosis. Most recently, after a brain injury of my own, I discovered how profoundly food supports neuroplasticity and brain health.
All of it brought me here.
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I'd love to cook for you!
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