We are excited to introduce you to local mom Acacia Sieling, who makes meal planning for families a breeze!
Tell us all about you and what inspired you to start your meal planning business and app.
I found myself struggling with meal planning for my family. It was so much work to find recipes, make a shopping list and determine what meal prepping I could do on the weekends. I decided to create an app to simplify meal planning and prepping so it was an easy and quick process.
Tell us all about your business. What can parents/kids expect?
Mindful Menu is a free meal planning and prep app designed for busy families. We have over 800 family friendly recipes (and growing) as well as a simple meal prep list for every recipe. We provide a suggested menu each week but also allow users to create a custom plan based on their preferences. You can save unlimited favorite recipes, add personal notes, print or email your meal plan and recipes and shop for groceries online using Instacart, Walmart or Amazon Fresh. Our app creates and automatic shopping and meal prep list for each recipe you add to your plan. Our business is run by 3 local MN moms; Kayla, Bre and myself.
What do you love about the Twin Cities? Why is this a great community for local small businesses?
The Twin Cities is such a family friendly area. There are so many year-round family activities and events. Small businesses can thrive in the Twin Cities because of the loyal and long standing community.
What is the best way for the Minnesota Parent community to support Mindful Menu?
Download our free app which is available for Apple or Android devices. Use the app, share with all your friends and post recipes you’ve tried on social media.
How does your business inspire parents and their families?
Mindful Menu empowers families to take the basic, yet overwhelming task of meal planning and make it simple. We offer meals that are kid-approved and allow families to take charge of their dinners. This helps families eat healthier, save money and reduce food waste.
Tell us about you! Your family, why you love being a parent. What brings you joy?
I have been married to my husband for 15 years. We have 3 kids (ages 12, 10, 8) who are my “taste testers” for every recipe I put in the app. We also have a 10 month old puppy who likes to photo bomb my food photography 🙂 I also work as a fitness coach/instructor at Life Time and enjoy planning and teaching a variety of classes. In my minimal spare time I enjoy reading novels, spending time at our cabin up north and watching my kids in their sports.
Tell us about your favorite places to go with your kids? Restaurants, roads trips, parks etc.
This past fall we took a family vacation to Colorado. It was the perfect trip for the ages of my kids. We went hiking, horseback riding and exploring the mountains. They are already asking to go back!
What else should we know about Mindful Menu?
Mindful Menu is designed to make your life easier! If you have any recipes you’d like to see added, send us and email. We love to feature recipes that your family loves!
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