What three words come to mind when you think of pre-prepared meals? If those words are not fresh, handmade and delicious, then you have never tried Maggie McKeever’s. They’re made lovingly by hand in their specialized kitchen using only the freshest of ingredients. The inspiration for Maggie’s meals came from the home recipes of Peter Graham’s Irish grandmother and the motivation, from the lack of
quality ready meals he could find on the way home at the end of a busy day. Peter decided there had to be a better option for others who want good home-style food without losing precious time preparing it. So he gave up his corporate job to start Maggie McKeever’s – a brave step, as wife Kate was pregnant with their first child at the time.
“I grew up sharing the most incredible family gatherings around the table, eating good food and having meaningful conversations. Our mission is to give some extra time back to people so they can do whatever makes them happy. That's what Maggie McKeever's is all about," smiles Peter Graham, Maggie McKeever’s Big Chief. From humble beginnings in their home kitchen in 2012 providing individual meals to office workers in the city, Maggie’s soon moved into a larger kitchen in Brookvale. They took on weekend markets where they continue to build a loyal following, and carefully selected retail stockists that fit with their brand. Now available from Thomas Dux Grocer in Sydney and Melbourne, as well as a growing number of stores with Harris Farm Markets, IGA and boutique foodie delis and markets throughout Sydney. Maggie’s range is small so they can concentrate on quality handmade meals, while still supplying their growing list of stockists. From unique family recipes such as the 'Signature Homebake' with chicken, peaches and broccoli, to 'The G' – a vegetarian lasagne brimming with flavour that many say is as good as any they’ve tasted. Maggie McKeever’s meals are perfect for busy mums, fussy kids, corporate workers, retired people who want something better, in fact for anyone with a busy life who loves good, home-style food. Some meals are even gluten free. Maggie McKeever’s will change many people’s pre-conceptions of pre-prepared meals.
