Amelia’s Garden Cafe

01/26/2026

Tropical Glow Bowl Prep 🥕🍃🍍

01/26/2026

The Tropical Glow Bowl 🌴✨

Fueling up with a burst of color and botanical flavor! This Tropical Superfood Power Bowl is a masterclass in texture and balance.

What’s inside:
• The Base: A bed of crisp, nutrient-dense supergreens.
• The Freshness: Vibrant carrot ribbons and cool cucumber coins for that satisfying crunch.
• The Sweet Heat: Golden, caramelized grilled pineapple paired with chewy, rich Medjool dates.
• The Finish: A sprinkle of salty, crushed pistachios and a drizzle of our secret light botanical dressing (shoutout to those soursop bitters!).

Clean, fresh, and functional. Who says healthy eating has to be boring? 🥗🍍💪

01/26/2026

🌿 The Wake-Up Call: When "Healthy" Wasn’t Enough

Before 30, I was the picture of health. I worked out constantly, barely drank, and ate a pretty "clean" diet. Yet, I still hit a total health crisis. I’ve learned the hard way that you cannot out-run or out-train a nervous system trapped in chronic stress.

Years of surviving severe domestic violence had pushed my body over the edge; I was living in a constant state of "fight or flight," and eventually, my body paid the price.

🏥 The Moment Everything Changed

My body began attacking itself from the inside out. When my liver enzymes spiked to five times the normal limit, I was met with excruciating abdominal pain and medical disbelief.

Doctors looked at my labs and asked, "How are you not jaundiced? Do you have a drinking problem?" Despite my denials, they pressured me to "be honest."

I had to advocate for myself fiercely.

I reminded them of my history: surviving a MRSA staph infection that sent my body into shock, and a near-fatal bout of anaphylaxis from Vancomycin. I knew what it felt like to fight for my life.

Then came the most terrifying moment of all: The "C" word.

Seeing my files sent to multiple doctors and a cancer center was my ultimate "oh no" moment.

At the same time, systemic symptoms led doctors to believe I had Lupus. Between an endoscopy, multiple biopsies, and endless tests, the reality was clear: my body was in a full-scale civil war.

❤️ Choosing to Fight

I had a baby girl at home who needed me. I knew I had to do everything in my power to survive. While I followed medical protocols—infusions, shots, and a handful of pills—I also completely overhauled my life from the ground up:

• ✨ Alkalined my diet and embraced intentional fasting.
• ✨ Eliminated the "Inflammatory Five": No added sugar, alcohol, artificial dyes, dairy, or eggs.
• ✨ Removed processed foods entirely.
• ✨ Healed my environment: I prioritized meditation, prayer, and stress reduction, changing my "people, places, and things" to find peace.

Against the odds, it worked. I proved to myself that food is medicine.

🌹 Why Amelia’s Garden Cafe is My Mission

My journey led to the birth of Amelia’s Garden Cafe. When you battle autoimmune disease, the gut is "ground zero." For me, dairy and eggs were the triggers that caused "leaky gut," leading to ulcers, bowel obstructions, and painful rashes that covered my body from my scalp to my hands. I struggled with Raynaud’s, blood clots, and chronic eczema.

By focusing on anti-inflammatory healing, we are:
• Calming the Cytokine Storm: Using antioxidants and intentional nutrition to stop the body from attacking its own tissues.
• Healing the Lining: Removing the triggers that cause systemic flares, giving the body the space it needs to repair at a cellular level.

🍴 Reclaiming the Joy of Living

I know the deep anxiety of wondering if your body will ever feel like "home" again. I named this cafe after my daughter, Amelia—the light that kept me going—and the healing power of the garden that brought me back to life.

From original healing recipes to finding "safe" gems on restaurant menus, I’m here to show you that you can heal, you can eat well, and you can find joy again.

Follow and let’s turn our health around together. 💚

01/25/2026

Looking for the ultimate way to unwind?

Say hello to our Honey Lavender Stress Relief Hot Chocolate—now officially available at Amelia’s Garden Cafe! ☕️🌿

This isn't just your average hot chocolate. Mer has crafted a blend that is:

• Dairy-Free & Creamy: Rich, velvety, and perfectly smooth.

• Naturally Sweetened: We use only raw honey for a floral, unrefined sweetness. 🍯

• Stress-Relieving: Infused with calming lavender to help you find your zen. 🧘‍♀️

Whether you need a mid-day break or a cozy treat to end your afternoon, this is the hug-in-a-mug you’ve been waiting for.

📍 Visit us in Hackensack, NJ and be one of the first to try it!

01/03/2026

Let’s go 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼

02/01/2025

We need to celebrate years in business more too ❤

01/10/2025

If you or anyone you know needs assistance with getting access to healthy affordable meals please email [email protected].

We will email you back within 24 hours a confidential form. This form helps us understand what you and your family’s needs are.

Before preparing meals for you we want to know your dietary and financial needs, and how we can further assist you. We are willing to work with your budget.

If you are not able to email us, feel free to text 201-707-4635 to have the form link sent to you. We are available via text and WhatsApp.

The confidental form can be dropped off to you in person, at your home, or your local post office if you do not have transportation, email or phone access.

If you do not feel comfortable disclosing your address and contact information unfortunately we can not provide you assistance at this current time.

However, we can refer you to local resources that are available.

We are a small business run by single moms who want to help families in need receive healthy and affordable meals because we are thankful to those who helped us in our times of need.

No one should have to go to bed hungry. Your health is your wealth.

We are here to support you in your time of need. We look forward to hearing from you. We hope you and your family are doing well.

Feel free to email, text or message us for more information.

Have a great day and stay safe. ❤️🌻

01/04/2025

01/03/2025

Customizable salads, smoothies, teas and coffees available from 6:00AM - 6:00PM.

Orders must be placed 24 hours in advance because all of our ingredients are purchased fresh and made specifically for your order.

Thank you for your support. We appreciate your business.

We look forward to serving you healthy, hearty nutritious foods and beverages. Everything is made fresh and we want it to be the way you like it.

If you have food allergies or concerns please let us know. We want to make sure we meet all your needs. 🌻

01/03/2025

Orders must be placed at least 24 hours in advance via email and will be delivered next day or on order date between designated time. 6:00AM – 6:00PM

Breakfast: Protein Balls, Banana Chip Mini Loaf, Carrot Apple Almond Butter Muffin, Blueberry Muffin, Cinnamon Roll, Banana Bread with Walnuts

Paninis
Price - $12

• Chicken salad, tomato, mayo
• Chicken salad, cranberry, walnut
• Chicken, roasted peppers, mozzarella, pesto, tomato
• Chicken, roasted red peppers, portobello mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, drizzled with balsamic glaze
• Pear, brie, arugula, avocado, herb mayo
• Pear, avocado, goat cheese, tomato, pesto, arugula, lemon vinaigrette
• Roasted sweet potato, spinach, mayo, harissa
• Bacon, arugula, avocado, tomato, herb mayo
• Burger, arugula, avocado, vegan cheddar, red onion, chipotle mayo
• Tuna, carrot, cucumber, red onion
• Hummus, cucumber, carrot, roasted peppers
• Grilled Cheese $6
• Peanut Butter and Jelly $6

Customizable Salads
Price - $15

Leafy Greens: Spinach, Kale, Romaine lettuce, Arugula, Butterhead lettuce, Mixed Greens, and Mesclun.

Cheese: Brie, Cheddar, Feta, Pepper Jack, Gouda, Mozzarella, Ricotta

Cruciferous Vegetables: Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, and Brussels Sprouts.

Crunchy Vegetables: Carrots, Celery, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers and Radishes.

Root Vegetables: Carrots, Beets and Parsnips.

Artichoke hearts, Onions, Mushrooms, Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, Snow Peas, Asparagus

Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, Pecans, Walnuts, Chia Seeds, Flaxseeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Peanuts, H**p Seeds

Beans and Legumes: Chickpeas, Black Beans, Green Beans

Cooked Grains: White rice, brown rice or quinoa

Steamed Seasonal Vegetables

Protein Sources: Vegan Protein powder, Greek yogurt, Nut Butters (peanut butter, almond butter, Cashew butter)

Spices and herbs: Cinnamon, Ginger, Turmeric

Beverages:

Fresh Squeezed Juices: Apple, Carrot, Celery, Orange, Pineapple

Smoothie Ingredient Options: Fruit, Leafy Greens, Liquids: Water, Coconut Water, Milk (Almond, Dairy, Oat, Pea), Fruit Juice, Seeds

Fruit: Apple, Avocado, Banana, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cherries, Kiwi, Mango, Orange, Papaya, Peach, Pear, Pineapple, Raspberries, Strawberries

Immunity Boosters: Apple Cider Vinegar, Ginger, Elderberry, Sea Moss, Turmeric, Lemon, Orange

Coffee: Americano, Cappuccino, Espresso, Latte, Macchiato

Coffee flavors: Caramel, Cinnamon, Hazelnut, Mocha, Vanilla

Milk: Almond, Oat, Pea Protein

Teas: Chamomile, Earl Grey, Green, Immune and Stress Blend, Lavender Chamomile, Lemon Ginger, Mint, Raspberry Hibiscus, Soothing Skin Blend

Waters: Alkaline or Coconut

Desserts: Fudge Brownie Chocolate Ice Cream, Chocolate Mini Cones, Cookies & Cream Vanilla Bean Bon Bons, Oat Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Sandwiches, Oat Chocolate Bars, Almond Butter Cocoa Bars, Strawberry Non-Dairy Oat Frozen Dessert, Cheesecake, Dark Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter Cups, Avocado Chocolate Pudding

12/22/2024

Remember your fellow small business moms this season❤

07/18/2024

Fresh squeezed juices available for these hot summer days!

Apple, Carrot, Celery, Orange, Pineapple, and now Watermelon! You can add ginger and turmeric for additional anti inflammatory benefits.

Orders must be placed at least 24 hours in advance and will be delivered next day or on order date between 8am – 4pm.