🎉 The doors to the Empty Nest Kitchen Collective are now OPEN 🎉
Better Cooking Leads to Better Eating
The Empty Nest Kitchen Collective helps midlife women build better kitchen habits, with Mediterranean-inspired meal plans, live cooking sessions, and an incredible community - so dinner feels good again, every single week.
$34/month - less than one dinner out.
Cancel anytime.
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“Every recipe is a surprise and tastes like a dish from a restaurant. I've used many of them when entertaining my friends and they all have been impressed. My confidence has grown over the last year while I have been participating in the Collective.”
-Lisa L.
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“I am so excited to be a part of such a fabulous group of women! I mentioned joining the group, told my husband how much it would cost (expecting at least a slight hesitation on his part), but immediately he said, "Who do I write the check out to? "Our family is loving the meals, cooking together, and enjoying each other's company. Thank you for bringing joy and yummy food into our kitchen!”
-Pamela C.
⭐ FOUNDING MEMBER STATUS
Be One of the First 100.
Lock Your Rate. Keep It Forever.
The Collective is growing — and the first 100 members lock in permanent Founding Member pricing before it moves to $49/month on March 22nd.
This is simply the best time to join.
Regular $49/month
$34
per month, locked in forever
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“I was nervous to re-commit to cooking. I spent SOOOO many years planning and preparing meals for my family. One of the things I’ve loved about empty nesting is the fact that I can eat popcorn and wine for dinner if I want to. But… that only goes so far so I did. Chris’s menopause meal plans have been a HUGE win and addition to my life. The decisions (and grocery list) are made for me. Meals are easy AND delicious!!! Don’t hesitate!!!”
-Kelly B.
SOUND FAMILIAR?
We're not starting a new diet. We're becoming better cooks.
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You can cook. You've been doing it for decades. You just don't have a system that works for this season of life.
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You don't need more recipes.
You need a short grocery list, a clear plan, and meals that actually get made
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Willpower isn't the problem.
A rhythm that fits your life is. Build the habit and the healthy eating follows.
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Better cooking habits lead to better eating.
Better cooks eat better - naturally.
MEET YOUR MEAL PLAN MAVEN
Hi, I’m Christine! A chef for 25+ years, cooking teacher, and your new kitchen cheerleader.
After 25+ years as a chef, a heart attack taught me that better cooking is the best thing you can do for your health.
I’ve cooked professionally for over 25 years. Taught thousands of people. Started and ran my own cooking school. The kitchen was always where I felt strongest.
Then in 2020, I had a heart attack.
After decades of teaching, entertaining, and cooking for my family, life (and menopause!) taught me to rethink how I eat, and more importantly, how I want to feel.
Everything shifted. I wasn't cooking for a crowd anymore; I was cooking for my health and my future. Flavor still mattered to me. Joy still mattered to me. But suddenly so did longevity.
I went deep into culinary nutrition, trained and got certified through the American College of Culinary Medicine, and spent months testing everything in my own kitchen.
My capstone project?
Menopause and the Mediterranean diet.
"After my heart attack, I rebuilt my kitchen, and found the most delicious way of eating I'd ever discovered."
What I discovered surprised me.
Eating for your health doesn't mean starting a new diet. It means becoming a better cook. Learning a few new techniques. Building a rhythm that fits your real life.
That's what The Collective is built on.
Woo hoo! Now let’s cook, shall we? 💛
THE RESEARCH
The Science Behind How We Eat
The Mediterranean way of eating isn't a trend. It's one of the most studied dietary patterns in the world — and the data on midlife women is remarkable.
Reduction in hot flashes & night sweats
Women who followed a Mediterranean-style diet had significantly fewer vasomotor symptoms (those lovely hot flashes and night sweats)
Up to 30% lower risk of heart disease
Following this way of eating supports heart health - a major win during and after menopause.
Lower risk of stroke
The benefits go beyond the plate. This way of eating supports your whole system — brain, mood, and energy included.
Source: Antonio Cano et al., Maturitas; study involving 6,000 women. Elizabeth M. Ward, The Menopause Diet Plan.
WHAT YOU GET
This isn't a diet plan. It's a cooking membership.
The Collective is built around one idea: better cooking leads to better eating. A few new skills, a clear weekly structure, and a community to keep you going. It’s that simple. Building connection along the way? That’s just the cherry on top!
The 90-Day Confidence Framework. This is your kitchen roadmap:
Month 1 - Build Your Rhythm. A clear weekly structure. A shorter grocery list. Dinner that actually gets made.
Month 2 - Expand Your Repertoire. New techniques, new flavors, new meals that earn a permanent spot in your rotation.
Month 3 - Make It Yours. Your kitchen, your preferences, your habits — locked in for good.
You’ll never wonder “what do I cook?” again!
Everything You Need. Nothing You Don't.
📋 Bi-Weekly Meal Plans
Mediterranean-inspired menus designed for midlife women — nutritionally sound, actually delicious, for one or two people.
💬 Community & Weekly Check-ins
A warm, active space for questions, wins, sips together and Friday kitchen check-ins. Consistency grows in community, not isolation.
🛒 Condensed Grocery Lists
Short, organized, no-waste. You spend less time at the store and stop letting produce rot in the back of the fridge.
🎯 Monthly Challenges & Sprints
Purposeful practices that build habits; not busy work. One theme, real momentum at your pace.
👩🍳 Monthly Live Cooking Class
Cook alongside Christine in real time. Practical meals, pro tips, and the energy of a group that actually enjoys being in the kitchen.
📚 Monthly Mini-Courses
One practical skill-building course released each month.
Yours as a Founding Member!
🏅Member Spotlights & Recognition
We see you! Every month, we’ll celebrate members who are cooking up a storm, sharing their wins, and keeping the Collective kitchen buzzing.
MEMBER STORIES
Women Who've Stopped Dreading Dinner
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"I was nervous to recommit to cooking after years of feeding my family. But Chris's meal plans have been a HUGE win. The decisions and grocery list are made for me. Meals are easy AND delicious. Don't hesitate!!!"
— Kelly B., Member
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"The shopping list is categorized and explicit. What has blown me away are the flavors. SO DELICIOUS. There is so much flexibility with the plan."
— Susan H., Member
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"I'm inspired again! The food we made has brought joy back to my kitchen."
— Nancy W., Member
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"Loving these recipes. Uncomplicated and delicious — and I'm planning to gift some subscriptions. I know they'll contribute to my friends' good health!"
— Brenda C., Member
IS THIS FOR YOU?
We'll Be Direct About It
THIS IS FOR YOU IF…
✅ You're tired of asking yourself "what's for dinner?" every single night
✅ You care about your health; heart, hormones, energy - but you're not willing to sacrifice flavor
✅ You want structure that removes the guesswork
✅ You're cooking for one or two and everything feels like too much
✅ You want to eat better, but through better cooking, not a restrictive diet
✅ You want community around food, not just recipes
✅ You're ready to invest $34/month in eating well consistently
THIS IS NOT FOR YOU IF…
❌ You're looking for a strict diet plan or strict rules to follow
❌ You want a recipe database you can browse on your own
❌ You're not interested in building a weekly habit - just a one-time fix
❌ You want something free with no commitment
See Your Progress (and Feel It!)
Why This Is Different
This isn’t:
• A meal plan you forget about
• A recipe library you never use
• A social group that feels nice but doesn’t change your habits
This is a membership built around change.
You won't just get recipes.
You'll build real cooking skills.
You become:
The cook who knows what to make and why
The woman who shops with a plan and wastes nothing
The person who eats well because cooking well is just what she does now
HOW IT WORKS
HOW IT WORKS
SIMPLE TO START
Three Steps and Dinner Is Handled
STEP ONE
Join Before March 22nd
Choose monthly ($34). Founding Member pricing locks in permanently. Cancel anytime.
Your Week Arrives Ready
STEP TWO
Every two weeks, your meal plan and grocery list land in your inbox. Open, shop, cook. The decisions are made.
STEP THREE
Show Up and Keep Going
Join live classes, check in with the community, and watch dinner become the easiest part of your week.
Build real kitchen confidence and finally stop circling dinner.
$34 per month
Bi-weekly meal plans + grocery lists
Monthly live cooking class
Monthly challenges + mini-course
Weekly community check-ins
Less Than One Dinner Out.
Choose your plan and lock in Founding Member pricing before we hit 100 members — or March 22nd, whichever comes first.
FOUNDING MEMBER PRICING
$34+ One dinner out vs $34 a whole month in the Collective learning how to cook well, have fun, and not waste food
Women Love Our Collective
“When I saw that Chef Chris was offering a Menopause Meal Plan, it was a no-brainer to sign up. I’ve taken her classes in person and online over the years and have always loved how uncomplicated and delicious her recipes are. Now the added bonus of healthy recipes to support women in menopause: almost too good to be true! Just made my first recipe from week two: Italian Turkey Sausage Pasta Skillet and I’m trying not to eat both servings. So yum! As I expected the recipes have been a breeze to follow, not fussy, and easy to adapt with ingredients I have on hand. I’m planning to gift some subscriptions at holiday time. I’m looking forward to giving friends something I know will contribute to their good health! Loving Menopause Meal Plans!”
-Brenda C.
“I was nervous to re-commit to cooking. I spent SOOOO many years planning and preparing meals for my family. One of the things I’ve loved about empty nesting is the fact that I can eat popcorn and wine for dinner if I want to. But… that only goes so far so I did. Chris’s menopause meal plans have been a HUGE win and addition to my life. The decisions (and grocery list) are made for me. Meals are easy AND delicious!!! Don’t hesitate!!!”
-Kelly B.
“The Menopause Meal Plan is so accessible and easy to follow. The shopping list is categorized and explicit, the recipe directions are clear. What has blown me and my family away are the flavors. SO DELICIOUS! Skillet lasagna, sheet pan fajita bowls, BBQ turkey meatloaf, Mexican corn salad, are just a few of my favorites. There are lots of hints, suggestions, and notes from Christine, so it’s more than a recipe. There is so much flexibility with the plan. I am so happy to learn how to incorporate more vegetables in my diet without just making more green salads!”
-Susan H.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You might be wondering…
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Doors are open now through March 22nd — or until we hit 100 Founding Members. After that, the price goes to $49/month and this founding tier closes permanently.
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Perfect. The Collective is built for real home cooks, not professionals. Recipes are clear, techniques are explained in class, and the community is warm and non-judgmental. Confidence is what we build together.
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Membership is $34/month.
Doors are open now through March 22nd — or until we hit 100 Founding Members. After that, the price goes to $49/month and this founding tier closes permanently.
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This isn’t just meal plans - it’s a community experience for women in midlife.
You’ll get Mediterranean-inspired menus that support hormone and heart health, fun challenges that keep you consistent, and a community that makes cooking actually enjoyable again. -
Yes! They’re simple, flavorful, and designed for real life! Dinners you can typically make in about 20-30 minutes, with everyday ingredients you already have.
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Absolutely. You’ll find substitution ideas for most meals — whether you’re vegetarian, gluten-free, or just prefer to swap an ingredient or two.
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Our community lives in an easy-to-use private space (via Heartbeat). You’ll get onboarded into the community so you know where to find everything! Quick access to tasty menus, live classes, and the community — plus, we’re always here to help if you get stuck.
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Happy to help! Simply fill out this contact form and I'll get back to you.
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Absolutely. No long-term contracts, no complicated cancellation. We're confident you'll want to stay — but you're never locked in.
Midlife Is the Perfect Season to Become a Better Cook.
Not a more strict eater. Not a cleaner dieter. Just a more confident, more confident, joyful cook, who happens to eat really, really well.