A Print Magazine for Real-Life, Seasonal Cooking & Kitchen Confidence—Delivered to Your Door
Discover step-by-step recipes, timeless kitchen skills, and fresh inspiration for every season—brought to life in a beautiful print magazine made for your kitchen, no experience required.
Whether you pick up ingredients at the store, the farmer’s market, or from your own backyard, Plated By Season helps you make every meal special—and build confidence, one season at a time.
Trusted by 5,000+ home cooks and modern homesteaders since 2016.
Picture this…
You walk into your kitchen and see a beautiful, brand‑new issue of Plated By Season waiting for you — packed with recipes, real‑life stories, and seasonal kitchen wisdom from cooks and families just like yours.
Maybe tonight’s dinner starts with what you picked up at the store, the farmer’s market, or from your own backyard harvest — either way, you already know exactly what to make, how to make it, and how to make it feel homemade, nourishing, and intentional.
No more meal stress. No more staring at the fridge wondering what to cook. Instead, you’re cooking with purpose, feeling confident in the kitchen, and enjoying real food with the people you love. With every new season, that magazine becomes more than a guide — it becomes part of your rhythm, your stories, and your home’s traditions.
And because you also get instant digital access and exclusive video trainings, you’re not just inspired — you’re equipped. You’ll learn the how‑to behind every skill: from simple kitchen wins to practical preservation and canning basics that make real food doable, not intimidating.
That’s exactly why we created your step-by-step video bonus vault, free when you subscribe.
When you subscribe to Plated By Season, here’s exactly what you’ll get:
You’re not just getting content—you’re getting a step-by-step system to make your kitchen (and garden, if you have one) the heart of your home, all year long.
Quarterly Print Magazine
Plated by Season Print Edition—Delivered to Your Door Every Quarter
A beautiful, collectible print edition delivered to your door each season (four times per year)—packed with:
- Seasonal, from-scratch recipes—including gluten-free options anyone can enjoy.
- Herb spotlights & how-to guides for practical skills you can actually use.
- 3-month harvest plans and time-tested tips for every level of experience.
- Monthly produce features—with history, storage, and creative uses (no garden required).
- Canning, preservation, and baking ideas for making the most of what you have.
- Faith & homestead devotionals, guest columns, and seasonal inspiration—for nourishment beyond just food.
Instant Digital Access
No waiting—read every new print issue online while your physical magazine is on its way to your mailbox.
Step-by-step video trainings
130+ lessons
BONUS: The Homestead Foundations Video Library
Get instant access to 130+ bite-sized video lessons, so you can:
- Build confidence, one simple skill at a time—wherever you’re starting.
- Learn kitchen basics and step-by-step seasonal skills at your own pace.
- Master everything from simple meals to advanced preservation, canning, baking, and more.
Join now and start discovering something new every single month—plus a magazine you’ll be proud to display every season.
130+ lessons…On what exactly?
Get on-demand access to the The Vault – a curated library of 130+ videos designed to teach you essential homesteading skills so you can make your homesteading dreams a reality.
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Subscribe to Plated By Season.
Enjoy instant digital access to the current issue while your print magazine ships.
Get your collectible print edition delivered to your door each new season.
Unlock your video library bonus and start mastering real kitchen skills—anywhere, any time.
Every subscription includes ongoing support, members-only updates, and our welcoming, non-judgmental approach—perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike.
Meet Melissa—Your Real-Life Kitchen Guide
Hi there, I’m Melissa.
I’m a full-time working wife, mom of two, and passionate about helping others reclaim their kitchens—whether you live on a farm, in the suburbs, or a city apartment.
I started my homesteading journey from scratch, learning the hard way how to balance real life with real food. I believe you don’t need a garden or hours of free time—you just need simple, proven systems, encouragement, and someone who’s done it before to show you the way.
Plated By Season and the video vault are the tools I wish I’d had when I started. Now, they’re here for you—so you can create confidence and tradition in your kitchen, one season and one recipe at a time.
Subscribe to Plated by Season Today
No More Guessing, Wasting, or Dreading What’s for Dinner
Every month, you’ll get:
Full access to The Vault—your exclusive video library, with every homestead kitchen skill broken down, on-demand
Seasonal recipes—so you always know what to make with whatever’s in your garden, from the market, or even your local grocery store
Step-by-step kitchen and preservation guidance—never let a single zucchini or bunch of broccoli go to waste again
Digital magazine (Plated by Season)—your go-to kitchen guide and mentor.
Quarterly PRINT edition, delivered to your door—FREE as a member (US only)—a beautiful, collectible magazine you’ll reach for again and again
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Bottom Line
No matter where you’re starting, Plated by Season gives you everything you need to build your from-scratch kitchen confidence—all for less than a cup or two of coffee a month.
Our members say it’s more than a magazine, it’s a bookazine!
Beautiful indeed! Mine arrived today like an extra Christmas present. I can hardly wait to check out all those fabulous recipes. Thank you, Melissa.
Lucy G.
Trusted by nearly 2,000 home cooks, families, and aspiring homesteaders since 2016.
It’s easy to cancel
We want your decision to join Plated by Season to be an easy yes. That’s why:
Try Plated by Season risk-free for 15 days. If it’s not the right fit, simply email us at [email protected] for a full refund—minus the cost of the first print magazine if it has already shipped.
Note: If your first print magazine has already been mailed, the cost of that issue will be deducted from your refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
I already have one of Melissa’s courses. Should I still subscribe to Plated by Season?
Yes! Plated by Season isn’t a course—it’s your ongoing kitchen and homestead roadmap, with new recipes, seasonal guides, and articles to help you create a legacy worth leaving . It’s the accountability and fresh inspiration that keep you moving forward, long after any single course ends. If you’re a member of the Pioneering Today Academy, you have this inside your member library.
Is this a print or digital magazine??
You get both! Every new issue ships as a collectible print magazine every quarter (January, April, July, & October) and is also available digitally, so you can start reading right away.
Do I need to start at a certain time of year?
Nope! Your subscription starts with the current season’s issue, and you’ll have instant access to the digital version and all your bonuses.
How is this different from the Pioneering Today Academy?
Great question! Here’s the difference:
Plated by Season gives you fresh, practical, season-by-season kitchen skills, preservation know-how, and ongoing inspiration—all delivered through a beautiful print edition every quarter. It’s designed for anyone who wants easy wins, real support, and the confidence to cook, can, and thrive in the kitchen all year long.
Pioneering Today Academy is my comprehensive, premium program. Academy members get access to everything in Plated by Season plus:
- A private community forum for direct connection and troubleshooting
- Live, ongoing lessons with me
- Access to all of my master courses, classes, downloadable guides, and workbooks
So if you want the full curriculum and interactive community, Pioneering Today Academy is the place to be Check it out here.. But if you’re looking for focused, kitchen-first support, recipes, and real progress—Plated by Season is the perfect fit!
Make Your Kitchen the Heart of Tradition, Wellness, and Family Legacy
Step into a new season of cooking with purpose, creating memories, and building a healthier future—starting now.