Julie created Bellyful Meals in November 2006. She is a trained chef, and graduated first in her class at National Culinary School, 2005. She also has a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 2003.

"I've been interested in food my entire life, always being involved in the kitchen with my mother and grandmother, who put me through my first round of culinary school. After studying photography and psychology at The University of Michigan, I returned to my love of cooking and attended National Culinary School, right here in San Diego. I have experience as a personal/private chef for small families to large parties, as well as working in catering kitchens and events. My love of food has allowed me to share fun and healthy ways of eating with friends and family, which led me to becoming my own personal chef. I took my knowledge from culinary school, lost 40 pounds, and lowered my husbands cholesterol significantly, just by eating smart and healthy. I've always enjoyed cooking special meals for the people around me. I feel that more people would eat healthy if they knew how good it really is! I look forward to cooking for you!"

"As a chef I am dedicated to sharing my passion of food to everyone. I enjoy cooking comfort food that is healthy and tastes great. I am also happy to incorporate your families’ favorite dinner recipes into the menu. I strive to provide my clients with wholesome great tasting meals, using the freshest ingredients, to give a more structured and nutritious way of eating, allowing more free time to spend with family and friends."

"In addition to cooking I also enjoy hiking, skiing, body boarding, photography and traveling cross country. In fact every culinary picture on the site I photographed myself. One of my most exciting accomplishments was with my husband when we hiked Half Dome in Yosemite. I wish everyone a happy and adventurous new year!

We finally tied the knot! September 26, 2008 at Twin Lakes Country Club, MI