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A Little About Me
Hi! I’m Jeannine, a culinary coach and plant-based personal chef.
I’m so excited and grateful that you’re here.

 

My Journey to Plant-Based Cooking
Before becoming a chef, I worked in a fast-paced career that had me constantly traveling and logging long hours. Like many people, I leaned on carry-out and convenience foods - and over time, it caught up with me. I struggled with years of digestive issues, was treated for fibroids and thyroid cancer, and realized I needed to make serious changes.

 

That wake-up call led me to the kitchen.
 

I knew that food was part of the answer, so I set out to learn how to cook for my own health. I started by crowding out processed foods and bringing in more nutrient-dense, whole food ingredients. I felt improvements almost immediately. My energy improved, my digestion got better, and my perspective on food completely changed.

 

From Healing to Helping
My first step was becoming a Certified Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where I built a foundation in holistic wellness and functional nutrition. That’s when I truly embraced the idea that food is medicine - and felt called to help others experience the same.

 

I went on to specialize as a Certified Plant-Based Chef and Culinary Coach, combining practical kitchen skills with simple strategies to help others feel more confident cooking whole, plant-forward meals.

 

Why I Created Kitchen Is Love
I created Kitchen Is Love to help people eat more plants in real life - not through rigid rules or complicated recipes, but with approachable tools like meal plans, cooking classes, and one-on-one coaching.

 

My goal is to meet you where you are and help you move toward your goals with support, joy, and flavor - one step (and one meal) at a time.
 

If you’re curious about how plant-based meals can support your health, energy, and lifestyle, I’d love to share what I’ve learned.
 

Have questions? Ready to get started?
Contact me here - I’d love to hear from you.

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My Philosophy:

The kitchen is the heart and soul of a home, a place where loved ones and guests migrate.

 

We make daily decisions in the kitchen to either fuel our bodies with whole foods, or consume processed foods that don't make us feel our best.​

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I believe cooking is an act of loving kindness. Every decision made can have an impact on ourselves, our loved ones, and the planet. Let's make healthier decisions for the greater good, together! 💕 🌱 🌎 🌱 💕

Grand Rapids, MI 49506

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