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Our 7 Favorite Gifts of 2023
 
Our 7 Favorite Gifts of 2023     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Nov 21, 2023
We hope our 7 favorite gifts of 2023 (a few are new gifts added to our store) inspire your shopping and make the process even more enjoyable... [...]
 
 
10 Etiquette Guidelines For Taking a Meal
 
10 Etiquette Guidelines For Taking a Meal     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Nov 14, 2023
Good etiquette is an important consideration when taking a meal. Below you'll find some kind and thoughtful gestures we've compiled over the years to make taking a meal... [...]
 
 
Only a Few Days Left to Order our New Meal Carriers
 
Only a Few Days Left to Order our New Meal Carriers     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Nov 10, 2023
Time is running out to order our NEW meal carriers for Thanksgiving delivery... [...]
 
 
Our NEW Meal Carriers are Now Available
 
Our NEW Meal Carriers are Now Available     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Nov 7, 2023
We've designed an insulated meal carrier that's not your average casserole carrier... [...]
 
 
Why You Should Say Yes to a Meal Offer
 
Why You Should Say Yes to a Meal Offer     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Oct 31, 2023
My kids recently came down with colds. My mom offered to bring us a pot of soup and I felt myself hesitate to say yes... [...]
 
 
My Mom's Graham Cracker Toffee
 
My Mom's Graham Cracker Toffee     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Oct 24, 2023
Some of the best family recipes are not written down. Growing up, my mom always made the most delicious graham cracker toffee during the fall and holiday seasons... [...]
 
 
Recipes that Travel with Ease
 
Recipes that Travel with Ease     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Oct 17, 2023
Transporting meals can be the most challenging part of taking a meal... [...]
 
 
Crock-Pot Applesauce
 
Crock-Pot Applesauce     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Oct 10, 2023
Who would have thought that making homemade applesauce was so easy? I have had numerous people tell me that after making this recipe, they vow never to ... [...]
 
 
A Unique Way to Remember Your Pets
 
A Unique Way to Remember Your Pets     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Oct 3, 2023
My husband and I frequently reminisce about our first dog, a reminder of the deep love pets offer and the void they leave... [...]
 
 
Questions to Ask When Taking a Meal
 
Questions to Ask When Taking a Meal     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Sep 26, 2023
Often we jump at the opportunity to help a close friend or loved one... [...]
 
 
How Take Them A Meal & Perfect Potluck Can Help You This Fall
 
How Take Them A Meal & Perfect Potluck Can Help You This Fall     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Sep 17, 2023
My brothers and I were recently planning to get-together for my mom's birthday. Unfortunately sickness struck both of our houses and we had to reschedule the party. When looking at the calendar, I noticed with joyful realization that September 23rd is the first day of Autumn. Fall is around the corner... [...]
 
 
Find out our plans for the fall
 
Find out our plans for the fall     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Sep 12, 2023
Hello to both our faithful friends and new friends! We don't often put ourselves front and center, but Scott and I thought we'd take this opportunity to say hello as we're all headed into the season of planning and gathering as we close out summer... [...]
 
 
Our Favorite One-Pan Meal Ideas to Save You Time
 
Our Favorite One-Pan Meal Ideas to Save You Time     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Sep 5, 2023
As a busy mom, I appreciate meals that do not require loads of effort (or dishes)... [...]
 
 
Make (or Take) a S'mores Station
 
Make (or Take) a S'mores Station     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 29, 2023
Two years ago, I shared some ideas for planning a lighthearted and fun fall gathering. While it is not fall just yet, I am hosting a birthday get-together... [...]
 
 
Simplify Your Back-to-School Week
 
Simplify Your Back-to-School Week     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 22, 2023
Our family will not begin school until the beginning of September, but many families are starting this week! I love the beginning of the school year. I love the smell of freshly... [...]
 
 
The Easy (and Free!) Way to Organize Meals - Jamie's Story
 
The Easy (and Free!) Way to Organize Meals - Jamie's Story     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Aug 15, 2023
Have you ever wanted to help someone during a difficult time, but even taking a meal feels overwhelming? [...]
 
 
Best Ever Zucchini Dish
 
Best Ever Zucchini Dish     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 8, 2023
A few weeks ago our family attended a birthday party where I met up with friends I hadn't seen in a while. It was wonderful to see everyone again, especially our children's pediatrician who is now retired. His sweet wife came up and while we were chatting about gardening and zucchini... [...]
 
 
Following Up After a Funeral
 
Following Up After a Funeral     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 1, 2023
My mom recently had a close friend lose her sister, mother and father on the same day. Being several states away, she wasn't able to physically be present to offer help... [...]
 
 
Help for Taking Meals to the Immunosuppressed
 
Help for Taking Meals to the Immunosuppressed     Posted By: Kelli Napotnik, on Jul 25, 2023
Taking a meal to a friend going through chemotherapy or who is immunosuppressed may seem overwhelming. You might feel the risks outweigh the benefits, but you can be confident when cooking... [...]
 
 
How to Offer Support During Chemo
 
How to Offer Support During Chemo     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 18, 2023
It's been 10 years since we were supporting my dad through his chemotherapy, but my tears still come easily when I hear of friends or loved ones who are starting treatments... [...]
 
 
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