Home Cooked Meals From Your Kitchen.

Let me handle mealtime with fresh, homemade meals your whole family will love. Balanced, flavorful, and kid-friendly without the grocery runs, prep, or dinnertime stress. Just delicious food made from a personalized menu created just for you.

More time around the table, less time stuck in the kitchen.

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How CharCooks Works

Plan Your Menu

We start with a quick conversation to get a feel for your family’s tastes, preferences, and any dietary needs. From there, we’ll choose your meals, decide how many you’d like for the week, confirm kitchen appliances, tools/storage and schedule your cook day.

Shop Fresh, Shop Local

I shop where you shop, locally and thoughtfully, so everything is fresh and high-quality. Ingredients are picked up the same day I cook, so your meals are as fresh as possible.

I Cook, You Relax

I handle everything from start to finish—cooking your meals in your home, stocking your fridge, and leaving your kitchen spotless. All you have to do is heat, eat, and enjoy.

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Family Favorites On Repeat

Dinnertime

Grilled Chicken + Roasted Vegetables

Herb-Roasted Salmon + Quinoa

Spaghetti Bolognese + Tuscan Beans

Chicken Parmesan + Garlic Bread

Teriyaki Chicken Bowls

Steak with Chimichurri + Potatoes

Shrimp Stir Fry + Vegetables

Chicken Enchiladas + Spanish Rice

BBQ Chicken + Sweet Potatoes

Thai Curry Meatballs + Jasmine Rice

Sides & Snacks

Fresh-Cut Fruit + Yogurt Dip

Hummus + Veggies & Pita

Fresh Energy Bites

Homemade Granola

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Homemade Pop-Tarts

Lighter Fare

Chicken Avacado Salad

Turkey & Veggie Wraps

Grilled Chicken Grain Bowls

Salmon or Tuna Salad Bowls

Pasta Salad with Seasonal Veggies

Quinoa & Roasted Vegetable Bowls

Fresh Green Salads with Protein

Rotisserie-Style Chicken with Sides

Tomato Soup, Sour Dough Grilled Cheese & Arugula Salad

Chicken Caesar Wraps

Requests & Catering

These are some of the meals families ask for again and again, but everything I make is tailored to you. I’m always happy to learn what your family loves to eat and I can accommodate any dietary needs. Hosting something special? I’d love to cater your next event.

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Home Chef Packages

Essentials

Starting At $300 Per Week*

3 meals per week

Ideal for smaller families or lighter coverage.

Weekly Standard

Starting At $450 Per Week*

5 meals per week

Most popular option for busy families.

Full Service

Starting At $600/Week*

7+ meals per week

Fully stocked fridge, minimal cooking needed

*All services include menu planning, local shopping, in-home cooking, and a spotless kitchen. Meals typically serve 4-6 people. Two-week minimum. Pricing varies based on number of meals, household size and grocery costs.

CharCooks!

I grew up in the Bay Area, surrounded by an incredible food culture, from farmers markets and local restaurants (miss Connie’s Cantina) to family meals at home.

My love for cooking deepened when I studied Tuscan cuisine in Florence, Italy, where I learned to focus on fresh, simple ingredients and thoughtful preparation.

Since then, I’ve been cooking for families and teaching cooking classes in Santa Barbara/Montecito, creating meals that bring people together.

Now that I’m back in the Bay, I’m excited to keep doing what I love…making delicious, personalized meals for families to enjoy at home.

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  • "Charlotte was one of the very first people we hired to our team of cooks at Hummingbird and she remains one of the best decisions we've made. She's a fantastic cook and baker, always excited to learn a new recipe or technique, and every single meal she touches looks and tastes delicious."

    —Sophie S, Hummingbird Healthy Living

  • "As a busy family, having Charlotte prepare nutritious meals for us has made such a difference in our day-to-day lives. Everything is always fresh, thoughtful, and delicious. "

    Lacey P, Busy Montecito Mom

  • "Her crispy chicken comes out perfectly golden every time, her salads are always assembled so beautifully, and she tackles any recipe with care, whether it's a longtime family favorite or something she's making for the very first time."

    —Sophie S, Hummingbird Healthy Living

  • "From homemade pop tarts for our kids to family dinners like chicken parmesan, every meal feels tailored to our family’s preferences."

    Lacey P, Busy Montecito Mom

  • "Charlotte brings genuine thoughtfulness to every family she cooks for. Over her time on our team, she has cooked for families of every kind, from those who want familiar comfort meals and after-school snacks to households managing strict dietary needs and allergies, and families both large and small."

    —Sophie S, Hummingbird Healthy Living

  • "What really sets Charlotte apart is her calming, warming, friendly presence. We could put her in just about any situation and know, without a doubt, that she would handle it beautifully. She is the kind of person you feel lucky to have on your team or cooking for you in your home!"

    Sophie S, Hummingbird Healthy Living

  • "One thing I can always rely on to bring us all together is a home-cooked meal by Char."

    Eliza K, Longtime Bay Area Client

Let’s Get Cookin’

Share a few details about your family and your week, and I’ll reach out to set up a quick call. We’ll talk through your meals, your preferences, and how I can help make mealtime easier so you always have fresh, ready-to-enjoy food at home.