Hi I’m Audra!

I grew up in a big, bustling Italian family in Brooklyn, where the kitchen was the heart of our home. Fresh, homemade meals weren’t just a tradition—they were a way of life. From simmering pots of Sunday sauce to homemade desserts, food was how we connected and celebrated.

Now, I carry that love for wholesome, flavorful cooking into my own family’s life. As a busy mom with a family that has a crazy schedule, I understand how challenging it can be to balance healthy eating with the demands of everyday life. Between youth sports schedules, work commitments, and extracurricular activities, it’s easy for mealtime to feel like an afterthought. But I’ve found ways to make it work—and I’m here to share those tips with you.

As a nutritionist, I know how important it is to fuel our bodies with nourishing, balanced meals. That’s why I’ve dedicated myself to creating recipes and meal prep strategies that are both healthy and realistic for busy families. Every meal I prepare is inspired by those Brooklyn kitchen memories and the Mediterranean principles of fresh, seasonal ingredients—but simplified for modern life.

Through Olive & Oregano, I’m excited to share this passion with you. My goal is to make Mediterranean meal prep approachable and fun, so you can bring a little bit of that homemade magic into your own kitchen, no matter how hectic your schedule gets.

Let’s make cooking an act of love and nourishment, just like my family always did and as I still do.