Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a custom culinary lifestyle with concierge services?

    A Custom Culinary Lifestyle (CCL) is a personalized plan for eating, cooking and living with quick and easy and delicious meals that are flavorful and just happen to be healthy. We help you incorporate healthy ingredients and foods into a busy lifestyle. We focus on 3 goals to get you started on creating your own healthy culinary lifestyle.

  • Are fees refundable?

    Yes. Appointment package fees are prorated based on the number and type of sessions already completed. We will provide you with a detailed price list so that you understand the fees for each appointment.

    We do not bill insurance but you may request an invoice and work with your insurance to be reimbursed if you desire.

  • Why do we work on only 3 goals?

    The first appointment is getting to know you - understanding your lifestyles, preferences for flavors, spices, meals and snacks. We review your present pantry and kitchen equipment. We decide on 3 goals to work on during the 2nd, 3rd and 4th appointment.

are to appointments set up weekly or monthly?

We recommend booking appointments weekly or biweekly to get the most out of the package.

We suggest booking as soon as you purchase the package if possible as space is limited

ARE YOU FOCUSING ON ME LOSING WEIGHT?

We are not focusing solely on weight or calories. We will not be asking about if you lost weight or gained weight. We will only be giving you the tools to reach whatever goals we set together.

We are focusing on overall health

Are you taking over for my PCP?

We will not become you or your child’s primary care physician (PCP). We value the relationship you have with your PCP and only want to spend time focusing on how you can create a healthy culinary lifestyle that works for you.

We can provide you a summary after your appointment package is completed that outlines our discussions and goals which you may share with your PCP.

After the appointment package, can I work with you for more sessions or build on more goals in the future?

Yes, we would welcome you working with us as often as you would like for up to 6 months after your initial appointment package. However, we believe the initial four appointments will give you the tools to adjust your lifestyle and make changes on your own.

Are you going to be prescribing medications or ordering labs for me?

We welcome those who are taking medicines for different conditions. However we will not be managing the medications.

We will not be prescribing medications or supplements. We will not be ordering labs. We would like you to share lab results and measurements at the first appointment in order to help with us plan your culinary lifestyle. However, sharing weight information during future appointments is your choice.

Medications and labs should be managed by your primary care physician. We are only helping you with your nutrition and helping you create a healthy culinary lifestyle.

We will be using food as medicine.