I know, I know. I’m not one for big, fresh starts in the new years, not one for revolutionary resolutions. But here I am… introducing this BIG new thing to kick off 2026. Starting now?
The 40 Aprons Substack is officially publishing a magazine for our paid subscribers.
But not a glossy book that’ll sit unread on your coffee table. No… I made a magazine for real, modern life. It’s designed for your phone and has all the recipes and links you need, but still has that editorial feel that makes you feel like you’re 12, reading Teen Vogue again. I’m kind of obsessed with it.
Here’s what this issue includes:
a cozy, healthy meal plan that costs $160 for a week of dinners for a busy family of four
with all the recipes formatted ad-free for your phone!
an exclusive recipe you won’t find anywhere but my Substack, only for paid subscribers: slow cooker Moroccan meatballs with lemon-date couscous. I’ve been making this for 15 years, and it’s one of our favorite dinners of all time.
a shopping list for the meal plan
three mocktails for Dry January
health tech that’ll change your life
a family management life checklist and all the reminders you need for right now
my 2026 vision board and a Canva template for yours
ways to make January feel less terribly endless
my playlist for January
and why you should pick a word of the year instead of resolutions
Every month, I’ll be publishing a new issue, perfectly suited to what you need that month, what you’re craving, how stressed or strained family life tends to be, and the holidays or seasons coming up.
You’ll always get a weeklong meal plan for four, an exclusive recipe, and a mix of lifestyle content, self-care and romanticizing your life articles, product reviews, and editorials.
All for $5 per month.
Here’s a tiny snapshot of the January Issue — easy to read, easy to reference, and content that’s both cozy and actionable.
In short? I made what I wanted to read. I hope you love it as much as I do!
I really think you’re going to love it, and it’s going to scratch an itch you couldn’t place before. Ready to get it?
