ABOUT LEMON AND SAGE
A More Thoughtful
Way to Nourish
Your Life.
I'm Natalie, the chef behind Lemon and Sage. I believe great food has the power to bring people together, create ease in everyday life, and support the moments that matter most. For me, cooking isn't just a job it's a way to care for others, and I'm so grateful to do that through Lemon and Sage.
With culinary training from Cambridge Culinary School and nearly four years as a private chef for one family, I bring experience, reliability, and a deep commitment to making your life easier and more delicious. Whether it's weekly meals, support during the postpartum period, or a special event, my goal is to provide food that feels like home elevated, nourishing, and made with care.
How It Works
A Seamless Experience
1. Consult
Tell me about your needs, preferences, and goals.
2. Plan & Shop
I create a custom menu and source the freshest ingredients.
3. Cook & Package
Meals are prepared in your home and stored with care.
4. Enjoy
Nourishing meals, more time, and a lighter load.
Thoughtful Food. Real Support. A Simpler, Healthier You.
MY APPROACH
My approach is a balance of elevated service and genuine care. From menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking, packaging, and cleanup, I take care of every detail so you can enjoy nourishing meals without the stress.
Every menu is designed around your tastes, dietary needs, and lifestyle because good food should fit seamlessly into your life.
EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS
Culinary Training
Cambridge Culinary School
Nearly 4 Years
as a Private Chef for One Family
A Personal Commitment
to Nourishing Others
I graduated from Cambridge Culinary School and have spent over three years working as a private chef for one family. This experience taught me the importance of consistency, creativity, and truly understanding a family’s needs. It’s also what inspired me to start Lemon and Sage to bring that same level of care and intention to more homes.
Rooted in Training. Driven by Care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Lemon & Sage Personal Chef provides customized weekly meal services in Cleveland designed around your family's needs, preferences, and lifestyle. Services include personalized menu planning, grocery sourcing, meal preparation, kitchen clean up, and thoughtfully packaged meals with reheating instructions.
Most meals are prepared directly in your home kitchen, allowing meals to feel fresh and seamlessly integrated into your routine. Select drop-off and off-site options may also be available depending on your needs and schedule.
Many families are surprised to find that weekly personal chef services can be more affordable than regular takeout for a family of four once delivery fees, convenience meals, and last-minute grocery trips add up. Lemon & Sage creates thoughtfully prepared meals tailored to your family using intentional ingredients and a more personalized, nourishing approach to dinner.
Lemon & Sage provides personal chef services throughout Cleveland, Ohio and surrounding communities, serving busy families, professionals, and households looking for thoughtful meal support. If you're nearby and unsure whether you're within the service area, reach out.
Yes. Menus are designed around your household and can accommodate dairy-free, gluten-free, low-inflammatory, postpartum, family-friendly, and other dietary preferences. Every menu is personalized so meals feel natural for your home and routine.
One week notice is preferred so menus can be thoughtfully planned and ingredients can be sourced with care. Ongoing weekly clients receive priority scheduling.
Yes. Lemon & Sage offers nourishing postpartum meal support designed to help families feel cared for during the transition home with a new baby. Meals focus on warmth, comfort, thoughtful ingredients, and making daily life feel easier during a season that asks a lot of parents.
Clients are welcome to provide preferred containers if they have them. Disposable meal containers can also be provided for a small fee for a convenient, ready-to-store experience.
We begin with a consultation to learn about your family, food preferences, schedule, and goals. From there, menus are personalized each week so meals fit naturally into your life.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Let’s Create a Plan
That Fits Your Life.
Tell me a little about your needs, and I’ll be in touch to schedule a consultation.