Our Story

Small Town Girl with Big Ideas

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’ve taken a moment to explore Grazefully Garnished. I’m Mindy, and I have a true passion for creating beautiful, delicious food while making life easier for my clients. Whether it’s crafting convenient, healthy meals for busy families or designing creative charcuterie boards for special occasions, I love helping others enjoy food that not only looks good but nourishes the soul.

A small-town girl at heart, I was born and raised in Indiana, where I still live with my husband Stephan and our three wonderful children. After earning my degree in Dental Hygiene from Indiana University in 2003, I’ve spent many fulfilling years building relationships as a clinical Dental Hygienist. I married Stephan that same year, and by 2010, our lives were happily bustling with three kids and the demands of family life.

Cooking has always been a passion of mine, though as a busy mom, I often found myself short on time to prepare the creative, wholesome meals I loved. In 2015, when my daughter and I had to adopt a gluten-free diet, meal prep became even more important. I understand firsthand the challenge of balancing dietary needs with the desire to feed your family delicious, satisfying meals. That’s when the idea for Grazefully Garnished was born—combining my love of food with my desire to help busy families like mine enjoy nutritious, stress-free meals.

Since 2020, I’ve been proudly offering weekly family-style dinners, bento-box lunches, and beautiful charcuterie boards, grazing tables, and individual charcuterie cups for special gatherings. I love the creative process and the opportunity to help hosts and hostesses relax while providing their guests with something truly special.

I’m so grateful for the support of my amazing clients and look forward to helping you, too! Please feel free to reach out to me and my wonderful team anytime—we’d love to serve you.