Business Spotlight

Hunky Dory Homestead is a meal prep service operating here in the City of Lake Forest by founder Erin Link. Created to provide nutritious, homemade meals, the business grew from a need for accessible, wholesome food for a busy family. Erins’s husband, a former deputy for the Orange County Sheriff's Department in Lake Forest, often found himself without nutritious options during his long shifts. This inspired a venture that has expanded to serve the community, offering convenient, fresh meal choices that cater to busy schedules without sacrificing quality or health.

The menu is thoughtfully curated, featuring various flavors and cuisines ranging from pasta and stroganoff to enchiladas and pad thai. With fifteen different lunch and dinner options, five breakfast choices, and five sourdough varieties—there’s something to satisfy any craving. Each week, ingredients are sourced fresh from local providers on Saturdays, and by Sunday, dishes are carefully prepared, marinated, and packed for the following week's pickups and deliveries. The service covers surrounding areas like Lake Forest, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, Rancho Santa Margarita, Rancho Mission Viejo, and San Juan Capistrano, ensuring that wholesome meals are easily accessible for families and professionals.

One of the standout features of Hunky Dory Homestead is the commitment to traditional cooking methods, including the use of cast iron cookware and a smoker, which brings a rich, authentic flavor to each dish. The meals are designed to be free from processed ingredients, focusing instead on fresh vegetables, high-quality meats, and wholesome grains. Every dish is cooked in batches to retain quality and flavor, giving customers the taste of a home-cooked meal with every bite.

Ordering from Hunky Dory Homestead is simple and structured to fit into a hectic lifestyle. Each week, the order window opens on Thursday morning and closes on Friday at 8 pm, allowing Erin to plan and prepare the meals carefully. Options are available in single servings or family-style portions, making it easy to find the right fit for any meal occasion. The menu also offers options to fit specific dietary needs, including low-carb and high-protein selections, and meals can be further customized with add-ons such as sauces or additional protein portions.

The commitment to quality does not end with the food itself. Recognizing the unique demands on military members, veterans, and first responders, Hunky Dory Homestead provides a 15% discount for these vital members of society. This is a gesture of appreciation for the often-long hours, late nights, and packed schedules that make it challenging to find hearty options. Hunky Dory’s meals offer a practical and satisfying solution, helping to avoid the need for quick, less-healthy alternatives. In addition to weekly meal preps, Erin is focused on increasing her homestead in Trabuco Canyon’s self-sufficiency. Plans to develop the property will allow for more sustainable operations, enhancing Erin’s ability to provide a steady supply of homegrown ingredients. Additionally, there is an interest in expanding the online store to include more handmade goods, from kitchen essentials to home items that reflect the homestead’s values and lifestyle.

Hunky Dory Homestead has become a valuable part of the local community, helping individuals and families access fresh, nutritious meals with ease. With each meal prepared, the homestead combines traditional cooking methods, a commitment to quality, and an emphasis on wholesome ingredients, making it a go-to choice for those seeking the comfort of a home-cooked meal. Through meal prep and catering, Hunky Dory brings the best of homestead life to busy individuals who want nourishing, convenient food options.