A Jewish Living Delaware exclusive interview with the founders of Nourish Markets
by Emma Driban, Editor
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Maimonides, known in Jewish tradition as the Rambam, was a great doctor. The Rambam wrote on many subjects regarding health and asserted that maintaining one’s health is part of serving Hashem, because without good health no one can serve Hashem.
Eating well is part of this.
Beyond kashruth, as Jews we are obligated to be mindful of our diets, purposeful in how we eat, and cautious of the impact our culinary habits have on the world around us.
Right here in Delaware, Nourish Markets aims to clean up grab-and-go dining by crafting fresh, organic meals for people on the move—from vibrant salads to protein-packed wraps, with a wide range of gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options.
Nourish Markets believes that “your foundation for wellness starts with what’s on your fork,” with ingredients that are never processed, artificial, or filled with additives or preservatives—“because real food doesn’t need fake ingredients.”
“Whether you’re passing through an airport, grabbing a bite at a hospital, or on the go at a university, Nourish Markets is here to offer you food that tastes as good as it makes you feel.”
When we reached out to the co-founders, Sophia and Kevin Macauley, they were eager to share the story of how Nourish Markets came to be, their goals in creating sustainable grab-and-go cuisine, and what they hope to achieve in the future.
Nourish Markets is redefining grab-and-go dining—what problem were you most determined to solve when you first envisioned the brand?
We wanted to fix a simple, common frustration: there were almost no high-quality, clean, organic grab-and-go options in airports and other busy places, especially for people who need gluten-free, dairy-free, or plant-based meals. Nourish Markets began as that travel solution and grew into a way to deliver chef-crafted, real-ingredient meals to airports, hospitals, universities, cafes, and more.
Co-founder Sophia’s personal health journey is central to the company’s origin story. How did that experience shape the philosophy behind Nourish Markets’ menu and sourcing standards?
Sophia’s autoimmune diagnosis set our non-negotiables: organic, anti-inflammatory, locally sourced food, and committed to clean, pronounceable ingredients. Living on a local farm and working with root cause medicine showed her (and us) how much what we eat matters. Her experience inspired our philosophy and still guides every product decision.
“Real food doesn’t need fake ingredients” is a powerful statement. What does that principle look like in practice when developing new menu items? How often does your menu change?
It’s simple: no preservatives, no refined sugar, no seed oils, and no ultra-processed additives. If you can’t read or pronounce an ingredient, it won’t be in our products. We build menus from organic, local produce and house-made components, with seasonal rotations that follow what’s freshest while keeping a set of reliable favorites.
Nourish Markets emphasizes anti-inflammatory, whole-food ingredients. How do you balance nutritional integrity with flavor and convenience?
We start with great ingredients and let the chefs do the rest. We work with functional medicine practitioners on nutritional priorities, then ask our culinary team to translate them into cravable flavors and practical formats. Some items are everyday nutritional pillars, and others are intentional indulgences made with clean, high-quality ingredients so you feel good after eating them.
With options that are gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, how do you ensure inclusivity without compromising quality or taste? Have you considered adding “kosher” to your impressive ethos of dietary inclusivity?
Our goal is to make gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options so delicious that no one notices a difference (we also have options with meat and poultry, sourcing only from the best quality, organic, and humanely raised farms). Thoughtful recipes, superb ingredients, and rigorous quality control mean inclusivity and taste go hand in hand. Many of our vegan items are naturally compatible with kosher diets.
Sustainability and wellness often go hand in hand. How does Nourish Markets approach environmental responsibility across sourcing, packaging, and operations?
We prioritize local, regenerative, and organic farms; choose recyclable and compostable packaging and utensils; and use technology to minimize waste and optimize logistics. Sustainability informs sourcing, product design, and daily operations, because protecting health and the planet go together.
What kind of cultural shift do you hope Nourish Markets inspires in the future of convenience food?
We want convenience to mean real food, with customers choosing higher-quality options, communities supporting local farmers, and supply chains designed to sustain people and the planet. Our aim is to make nourishing convenience the norm, not the exception.
Looking ahead, what does success look like for Nourish Markets—both as a business and as a movement for the next generation of eaters?
Success is a world where convenient food goes hand in hand with health and joy. It looks like a growing, profitable network of markets and partners that makes farm-fresh meals easy to find, strengthens local supply chains, and ensures the next generation grows up knowing nourishing, wholesome food is the norm. That is the movement we are building.
To learn more about Nourish Markets, including what’s on their current menu and how to partner with them, visit NourishMarkets.com.
Or, try their delicious offerings at one or more of their convenient locations:
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport*
7050 Friendship Rd (Concourse A), Baltimore, MD 21240
*Automated Market Open 24/7 - Brew HaHa – Avenue North
1000 Renaissance Way, Wilmington, DE 19803 - Brew HaHa – Branmar Plaza
1812 Marsh Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810 - Brew HaHa – Christiana Hospital (E-Tower)
4755 Ogletown-Stanton Rd, Newark, DE 19718 - Brew HaHa – Delaware Ave
222 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19801 - Brew HaHa – Greenville
838 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807 - Brew HaHa – Pike Creek
5329 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808 - Brew HaHa – Trolley Square
1400 N Dupont St, Wilmington, DE 19806 - Brew HaHa – Newark
45 E Main Street, Newark, DE 19711 - Philter
111 W State St, Kennett Square, PA 19348 - HiLO House
2000 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 106, Wilmington, DE 19806
