Chef E's Blog

Why Everyone Gets Sick After Halloween (and What to Do About It)

Let’s talk about the real reason so many people start feeling run down right after Halloween. It’s not just "flu season"... it’s sugar season— and your immune system knows it. From Halloween candy to Thanksgiving pies to holiday cookie platters, it’s a full-on sugar sprint for the next 8 weeks. And all that sugar? It slows down your immune cells for hours after you eat it. When you stack that with less sunlight, low vitamin D, more stress, and not enough rest — it’s the perfect storm for getting sick.

Why Everyone Gets Sick After Halloween (and What to Do About It)

Fall in Full Flavor: What’s in Season & How to Cook It with New Leaf Table

At New Leaf Table, we’re all about eating with the seasons. Not just because it feels right (hello, cozy fall vibes!), but because it’s one of the simplest ways to nourish your body naturally. Seasonal produce is fresher, richer in nutrients, and yep — often easier on the budget. But best of all? It’s absolutely bursting with flavor when cooked simply, the New Leaf Table way. So let’s celebrate fall the way it was meant to be — with crisp apples, hearty squash, earthy beets, and crunchy slaws that hit the spot and fuel your body at the same time.

Fall in Full Flavor: What’s in Season & How to Cook It with New Leaf Table

Souptember, The New Leaf Way

Fall is officially here — you can feel it in the crisp mornings, the cozy socks, and the sudden urge to make soup in every pot you own. And I’m here for it. Because soup season isn’t just about warmth — it’s one of the easiest, most nourishing ways to care for your body, naturally. A good soup brings together fiber, protein, healthy fats, and healing herbs — all in one spoonful. Around here, we like to think of soup as the original multivitamin — but delicious. At New Leaf Table, we build our recipes with that same intention. Every pot of soup or one-pan dinner is crafted to help you feel better after you eat — not sluggish or bloated or reaching for snacks 20 minutes later.

Souptember, The New Leaf Way

Let’s Talk Fall Treats, Sugar, and Smarter Swaps

Fall is here in full swing — the cozy sweaters, crunchy leaves, pumpkin everything... and let’s be honest, a whole lotta sugar. From caramel-drenched lattes to spiced baked goods, sugar sneaks in fast this season. But here’s the thing: while I’m all for indulgence, I want to feel good after I eat. That’s why we’re big fans of using natural, mineral-rich sweeteners in the New Leaf Table kitchen — sweet options that actually nourish instead of deplete.

Let’s Talk Fall Treats, Sugar, and Smarter Swaps

Healthy Living Shouldn’t Feel Like a Full-Time Job

Hey friends, Chef E here! The pumpkins are out, Halloween is creeping in, and I’m reminded of something important: health isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what’s smarter. Most of us don’t have time (or the desire!) to cold plunge at 6 a.m., sip $15 mushroom lattes, and meal prep endless containers of chicken and broccoli. And guess what? You don’t need to.

Healthy Living Shouldn’t Feel Like a Full-Time Job

How I Finally Stuck to My Meal Plan (Most of the Time 😉)

Hi friends — it’s Chef E! I used to love planning meals but never actually made them. I'd fill my cart with good intentions, feel like a total kitchen rockstar on Monday, and then by Wednesday… me and DoorDash were making eyes at each other. Sound familiar? It wasn’t the plan that failed — it was how I approached the whole rhythm of the week. So I made a few small shifts that changed everything. And now? I actually stick to my weekly meal plan (like 90% of the time — we still love a Friday pizza).

How I Finally Stuck to My Meal Plan (Most of the Time 😉)

Whole Food Support for Allergy Season

Hi friends — Chef E here! If you feel a little achy, sneezy, or sluggish as the seasons shift and the air turns crisp, you are not alone. Fall allergies are real. And so is the seasonal fatigue, dry skin, sinus pressure, and those low-energy days that sneak up when the weather changes. But here’s the good news: With a few intentional whole food swaps and some of my favorite natural remedies, you can feel clear, cozy, and vibrant all season long.

Whole Food Support for Allergy Season

Your Seasonal Wellness Boost

Hey friends! Chef E here 💚 As we roll into a new season — whether it’s cooler breezes, new school routines, or just a shift in rhythm — now is the perfect time to give your wellness a little tune-up. At New Leaf Table, we believe nourishment should be delicious, easy, and functional — meaning every recipe fuels your body and your joy. So if you’re feeling a little off, low-energy, or just “meh,” don’t panic… your plate can be your reset button. Here’s how New Leaf Table helps you feel your best from the inside out:

Your Seasonal Wellness Boost