Blog — family meals

By Mareya Ibrahim When you have 5 mouths to feed, thinking about food is a full-time endeavor.  Even though it’s a big part of my career, making from-scratch sauces and foraging for ingredients is not part of my daily routine – especially with voracious teenagers and athletes in the family. Forget about 30-minute meals.  When they start circling the kitchen like a pack of wolves, I’ve got 10 minutes tops before they start bearing their canines. As the owner of two businesses, mom of 5 and designated family chef, meal prep has made a monumental impact on my sanity and...

Top 10 Fit Foodie Favorite Lunch Box Ideas Now that it’s back-to-school time, making lunch healthy and simple for kids can be a big challenge. With the help of award-winning Chef Mareya, The Fit Foodie, packing your kiddos lunchbox with delicious, nutritious, fun foods can be a snap. Rainbow Fruit Spring Rolls Who wouldn’t want to eat thee colorful, vibrant, refreshing, and sweet spring rolls?? I know kids love to try new foods when they look friendly and fun. They are gluten-free, child-friendly, and packed with natural sugars from the fresh fruit and no artificial ingredients or flavors. Treat your...