Homemade by Colleen is Pittsburgh’s premier family-owned meal prep service, bringing three generations of cherished recipes and authentic home cooking to busy families throughout the South Hills area.
Welcome to “Homemade by Colleen,” where every dish tells a story of tradition, love, and a pinch of Italian heritage. Our journey is as rich and savory as our recipes – a tale woven from the heart of Pittsburgh, PA, where Colleen, a mother not just to her own but to many, infuses generational wisdom into gourmet meals. Colleen’s culinary canvas is painted with the flavors of her childhood, where her families kitchen masterpieces sparked a lifelong passion for cooking. With over 40 years of daily cooking experience, Colleen’s hands have crafted more than just meals; they’ve molded memories, nurtured souls, and fed families.
Homemade by Colleen blossomed from a simple desire: to secure a future while doing what Colleen loves most – cooking homemade meals in her kitchen. Faced with the challenge of embracing technology and the internet, her son Ryan, a whiz in online marketing, and her supportive husband Wally, turned her dream into a digital reality. Now, Colleen’s prepared meals are just a click away.
At the heart of Homemade by Colleen are Colleen and Wally, a husband-and-wife team whose passion for food brings warmth to every meal. Drawing from three generations of Italian cooking wisdom, Colleen leads the kitchen with expertise passed down through her family, while Wally ensures smooth operations and timely deliveries. Together, they’ve created a service that feels less like a business and more like an extension of their family kitchen, serving the Pittsburgh community with love in every dish.
Ryan and Jana are the dynamic duo behind Homemade by Colleen’s digital presence and business growth. With their combined expertise in digital marketing and customer experience, they’ve helped transform a beloved local kitchen into a thriving meal service. From managing the website and online orders to developing marketing strategies, they ensure that the warmth of Colleen’s kitchen reaches more Pittsburgh families every day, while maintaining the personal touch that makes the service special.
Our quality control team, led by Rachelle with support from Dorin and the grandkids, ensures that every dish meets our exacting standards. Rachelle’s seasoned palate and deep understanding of seasonal flavors guide our menu development, while Dorin and the grandkids serve as our trusted taste-testers, providing honest feedback that keeps our offerings fresh and exciting. Their combined expertise helps us maintain the perfect balance of traditional comfort and modern health-conscious cuisine.
We are more than a homemade meal prep delivery service; Homemade By Colleen is a promise of a healthy home-cooked meals, minus the stress. With over 20,000 meals and 10,000 snacks delivered yearly, we prioritize food quality over profit, choosing local ingredients and crafting a fresh menu inspired by the seasons every week. From winter’s warming stews to summer’s crisp salads, our food evolves with the calendar, always offering something new and nourishing.
When you choose Homemade by Colleen, you’re choosing a fundamentally different approach to meal prep delivery. We don’t just promise delicious food – we guarantee a culinary experience rooted in family tradition, premium ingredients, and genuine care. From our weekly changing seasonal menus to our commitment to fresh, never-frozen meals, every aspect of our service is designed to bring the warmth of home cooking to your table.
Your meals are part of the select 30,000+ dishes we lovingly prepare each year, ensuring you receive the quality and attention your family deserves. We maintain this high standard by sourcing ingredients from local suppliers and trusted butchers, not big box companies like Sysco. Every dish is personally overseen in our kitchen, bringing together 40 years of cooking expertise and three generations of cherished family recipes.
Nourishing your family is a precious responsibility, and we stake our reputation on delivering not just satisfying meals, but an experience that gives you time back for what matters most. That’s why we offer flexible ordering with no subscription requirements, accommodate dietary preferences when possible, and ensure every meal is cooked with the same love and care as if we were feeding our own family. Your trust in us means everything, and we prove it with every meal we prepare.
… let me help you do the shopping, cooking & clean up. Because doing the chores, planning meals, cooking and cleaning up the kitchen is a lot. Especially as a mom who is running the whole show at home, getting the kids to sports and taking care of herself and her family all at once.
My name is Colleen and I would love to prepare fresh, healthy & homemade food for you and your family… so that you have less stress in your day to day and more time for the truly nourishing things in life – your family, your hobbies and yourself!
"Colleen’s food is filled with love and flavor. Colleen creates amazing food each week that fits so many different ppls needs and budgets! I have been using her service for 3 years and have always been pleased with the serving size, menu variety, and professionalism. Thank you, Colleen Ps- her pasta sauce is 10/10 🤌"
“Colleen’s food is absolutely fabulous! We have 4 very young kids and she provides delicious meals for me and my husband to eat - so we don’t resort to cereal or take out! Very very thankful for her service.”
“Homemade By Colleen - What can I say besides the fact that it is simply the best ! It feels like receiving a homemade meal from a family member who truly cares about your well-being.The convenience of having such high-quality, homemade food delivered to my door has been a game-changer. It’s perfect for busy days when I want to eat healthily without compromising on taste or quality."
“Homemade by Colleen is exactly what I was looking for! I travel regularly for work, which makes (healthy) homemade meals a challenge when I don’t have the time to shop and prepare. Everything I’ve tasted from Colleen is delicious, and the delivery option saves me even more time! Thank you for sharing your culinary gift with us!"
"We have been ordering meals by Colleen for over a year now. It has been such a help to our family, our health and our budget. I can't recommend them enough. The food quality and portions are excellent. Some of the menu items, such as the chicken gyros and baked rigatoni have become family favorites. Ray, the driver, is always a delight!"
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