Food lovers, welcome to VariousMeals! I’m Sydney Laurent, your personal chef, and I’m thrilled to have you here. As a mom of three and a serious pasta enthusiast, I know the importance of meals that are easy, delicious, and family-friendly.

Each week, I introduce a brand-new, free meal plan to help you save both time and money in the kitchen. Our recipes are crafted with every level of cook in mind, thoroughly tested to ensure great taste and simplicity, whether you’re a kitchen newbie or a seasoned chef.

VariousMeals started with a love for creating easy, delicious dishes that bring families together. I’m passionate about making mealtime something special for everyone, and I’m here to share that passion with you. Think of me as your personal chef, guiding you through each recipe and helping you make every meal memorable.

Our recipes have been shared across popular platforms, and we’re building a growing community of food lovers like you on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram.

Let me help you spend less time worrying about what’s for dinner and more time enjoying it! Welcome to the VariousMeals family.

FAQ

When did you start VariousMeals.com?

I launched VariousMeals.com in 2010 during my toddler’s naptimes, which gave me those precious quiet moments to share recipes online. Friends often asked for my recipes, so I thought, why not make them accessible to everyone? A year later, I decided to turn it into a full-fledged business. Since then, we’ve shared over 1,200 recipes on VariousMeals.com.

My love for cooking started when I was a young girl, helping in my grandma’s kitchen. Over the past 20 years, I’ve been experimenting, creating, and refining my own recipes. I’ve also taken a range of classes and courses to continually improve my skills.

I was born and raised in Arizona. Over the years, we’ve moved around quite a bit for my husband’s medical training, spending time in Ohio, Oregon, and California. Recently, we settled back in Arizona to be closer to family.

That’s a tough one—I’m a fan of all kinds of food! My go-to snack has to be chips with homemade salsa and a side of guacamole. When it comes to dessert, I can’t resist a good cookie!

I love traveling to new places, exploring different restaurants and bakeries. My morning walks are a great way to start the day, and I enjoy creating and sharing new things. I also love cozy movie nights with my family, complete with a big bowl of popcorn.

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