Master The Art of Home cooking

The sustainable life skill that teaches

Most people don’t struggle with cooking.

They struggle with the daily decision of what to cook. The last-minute grocery runs. The half-empty fridge. The random ingredients that never quite turn into dinner. And somehow, at 5:30 p.m., the question appears again.

“What’s for dinner?”

It’s exhausting. Not because cooking is hard — but because there’s no plan.

Does this sound like you?

What are we having for dinner? I'm so tired of making this decision every day!
My grocery bill keeps rising. I need help!
I like to cook, but I never have the ingredients I need.
I've tried the meal delivery service, but there's so much wasted packaging.
I can’t believe how much-spoiled food I’ve thrown out because I bought things
I didn't use.

I know this story all too well. As the founder of DinnerPlan and a busy mom myself, I remember feeling overwhelmed amidst the demands of my career and family life.

After launching a premium food magazine, I thought I had everything figured out. But when it came to getting weeknight dinners on the table, I struggled. I tried every meal kit out there, only to realize they weren’t solving the core issue: how to streamline the process while still enjoying the cooking experience.

That’s when I decided to create DinnerPlan.

My goal was simple—to give families the tools to reclaim their kitchens while connecting over meaningful meals. I poured my passion for food and organization into developing a system that prioritizes ease of use, eco-friendliness, and delicious home-cooked meals that everyone would love. It changed my life and will change yours too!

What Our Subscribers Say!

Brad, Toronto

I'm pounding my fists on the table with delight! Your Marry Me Chicken is insanely good! And if I had to pick a last meal, your Braised Short Ribs might be it!
Bobbi Brown, New York

(yes, the cosmetics queen!) I am really a simple person. So simple but all your food looks simply perfect. Can’t wait to try the Seared Salmon Nicoise Salad.
Alana, Toronto

Your Pizza with San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Anchovies, and Capers was the best damn pizza I've ever eaten.
Janet, Ottawa

First of all, thank you for starting this, as I knew it would be, it is as beautiful as ANNA Magazine and the food looks amazing! Your Bran Muffins are the best I’ve ever made!
John, Winnipeg

The extraordinary Roast Chicken With Lemon And Chickpeas is a wonderful recipe and the household is still raving about the curried pork recipe so much so that the same curry with shrimp has been requested.
Liz, Florida

Driving back to Florida from Texas I saw that I had an email from you. Just got home, opened the email and as always it was so inspiring. I will make the French Onion Soup ASAP!
Julie, Calgary

Your Chicken Pot Pie Spiked With Sherry was the most delicious thing I've ever eaten. And grocery shopping is so much easier.
Mariella, Winnipeg

We've really enjoyed the recipes so far. And I like not having to think about what to cook or what groceries to buy. We also like comparing prices to see if we can save even more without compromising anything!
Jenny, Niagara Falls

I made your Pork Medallions With Chickpea Apricot Curry and you are correct this is to die for looking forward to making more.

What’s Included…

Mari’s Recipe Library (250 new never before shared recipes)

Access to Mari’s handpicked collection of simple to make, whole ingredient, crowd pleasing recipes—that make cooking both easy and inspiring.

4 Weekly DinnerPlans

Curated by Mari, the most raved about recipes turned into a weeknight dinner menu, complete with shopping list and grocery budget. You’ll save time, money, and eliminate waste. (you can shop with it, designed to fit your iPhone and all digital devices)

Mari’s One-Day Kitchen Detox Guide to transform your kitchen environment.

Includes Fridge & Pantry Make-over to get rid of kitchen gimmicks, old spices, processed foods, and help you stock your fridge & pantry with real ingredients and only essentials.
It’s life-changing!