Hey there, I'm Karen!

I help busy families simplify dinnertime.

I created Loop & Dash to give you back your time, so that you can spend it with the people that are most important to you. I love helping people spend less time figuring out dinner and more time enjoying it.

here’s the thing
you need to know

Some of the fondest memories I have are around the dinner table, sharing a meal with family and friends and I truly believe in the magic of family dinners. It’s that special time of day where we can pause, connect, and be present with our loved ones. But, as a busy mom, I know all too well the juggle and struggle it takes to feed a family every day.

Let’s keep it real. Feeding a family can be HARD. Planning, shopping for, and cooking a delicious and healthy-ish meal, feeding your people every. single. day., even deciding whats for dinner (again) can be super overwhelming.

I’ve been there more times that I’d like to admit. My beautiful blended family of 6 can feel chaotic and there was a time when we were just surviving during the dinnertime rush. A few too many nights of takeout later and I decided to do something about it. I knew it could be better for all of us.

I created Loop & Dash so that you can spend less time worrying about dinner and more time enjoying it.

THE HEART BEHIND

WHAT WE DO

Dinner. It seems like such a simple act, something we do almost every day. Yet, amidst the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, it holds a unique power to bring us together, to ground us, and to create a sense of belonging. It’s a time to pause, to connect, and to share not just food, but our lives. At Loop & Dash, we recognize the profound importance of those shared meals, and we’re passionate about making them less of a chore and more of a cherished ritual.

Loop & Dash was born out of a desire to help families rediscover the joy of shared meals. We’re on a mission to transform the chaos of mealtime into a source of connection and nourishment. We’re here to help you reclaim those valuable evenings, replacing stress with deliciously simple family meals that nourish both body and soul. We understand that every moment counts, and we’re here to make sure those moments around the table are filled with more laughter, love, and connection.

a little more about me

I'm a wife and mom/bonus-mom to 4. I love our little tribe and cherish our time together. (This photo was from a while ago - they're all growing up so much!)

I was born & raised in North Carolina (go Wolfpack!) and the Carolina coast will always have my heart.

These are the other loves of my life - Charlie, our social butterfly of an Irish Doodle and Oliver, our spunky miniature Australian Shepherd.

I love growing things in my garden, especially flowers, needlepointing, traveling, & entertaining.