Today we’d like to introduce you to Corrine Smith
Hi Corrine, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My family’s health journey began years ago, driven by necessity. What started as a need to rethink food quickly evolved into a passion. I remember the frustration of reading food labels filled with ingredients I couldn’t even pronounce—and the so-called “healthy” options? They often tasted more like cardboard than food. As my family and I struggled to find truly delicious alternatives, I made it my mission to think outside the box, navigate around mainstream ingredients, and reclaim the freedom to enjoy eats and treats without compromise.
I began experimenting in the kitchen with simple, wholesome ingredients—recreating the comfort foods and staples I had grown up loving. Soon, I found myself sharing baggies of pre-measured mixes with friends who loved the results but wanted an easier way to make them. That’s when I realized something important: while I’d cracked the code for creating easy, family-friendly recipes in my own kitchen, others needed a reliable, foolproof solution to do the same. I wanted to make food that everyone could recreate—regardless of their skill level—and enjoy consistently amazing results. From that idea, CorEats Mixes was born!
The name CorEats is a play on the word “core,” which Merriam-Webster defines as “a central and often foundational part.” I couldn’t agree more. At its core, CorEats is about delicious, wholesome food made with integrity. Every mix is free from gluten, grain, dairy, refined sugar, soy, and hidden preservatives. It’s real food, reimagined.
Food is one of life’s greatest joys. No matter your dietary preferences or restrictions, nothing should hold you back from enjoying the foods you love. It’s not about giving up—it’s about rethinking how they’re made. With CorEats, you can eat happy, eat wholesome, and never compromise on delicious.
My name is Corry, and I’m the founder—and the “Cor”—behind CorEats.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Starting and growing a small business is an incredible journey, but it’s not without its uncertainties. When challenges arise during times of growth, it can be hard to know how best to move forward. CorEats began humbly, with me gifting baggies of pre-filled ingredient mixes to friends. I could have stayed in that comfortable space, not stretching myself beyond what felt safe. But I saw a real need and felt a growing passion to help other families facing the same diagnoses and food intolerances that had reshaped my own family’s life. So, I took the leap and launched my small business.
The positive feedback we received was overwhelming, which gave us the courage to take another big step—we purchased our first facility. In the beginning, we mixed each product by hand in small batches, which worked well for modest sales. But as demand grew, so did the need for efficiency. We invested in commercial equipment to speed up production, but this came with its own challenges. Updating our facility to accommodate the new equipment meant tackling logistical hurdles, like electrical upgrades and installing proper washing and sanitizing systems. Transitioning to less hands-on processes required learning new methods and systems—an undertaking that tested both our resolve and resources.
These changes weren’t without risk. Managing our finances carefully to keep the company cash-flow positive became essential to maintaining full control of CorEats’ future. Growth is a wonderful challenge to face, but as a mom navigating the world of small business, it’s easy to feel paralyzed by the fear of making mistakes. However, I’ve learned that if you don’t aim for something, you’ll miss every time. As a new entrepreneur, staying ahead while remaining flexible is crucial—you must learn to anticipate your needs before you’re faced with them.
One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned is the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are already where you want to go. Their experience is priceless; they’ve navigated the twists and turns of the road ahead and can guide you through challenges you don’t even see coming. Their advice can help you slow down before a sharp curve—or give you the green light to speed up when the path is clear.
Through it all, I’ve been reminded that God always provides what you need before you even know you need it. With perseverance, flexibility, grit, and a willingness to keep learning, anything is possible. Seek out relationships that challenge you and keep you sharp, and don’t be afraid to move forward even when the way ahead feels uncertain. If you keep showing up, you will make it.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about CorEats Mixes?
CorEats is a baking mix company that specializes in mixes that are free of grains, preservatives, soy, dairy, gluten, and refined sugar. Our mixes are vegan, paleo, and keto-friendly and are a delicious staple.
Never any weird or obscure ingredients! Simply add your staple, always on-hand, wet ingredients! EASY, HEALTHY, and DELICIOUS!
Do you any memories from childhood that you can share with us?
I have so many fond memories of growing up on the family farm that it’s hard to choose just one. Each season brought its own magic, and many moments felt like a page out of a storybook.
Summer evenings were like a celestial symphony, with skies full of dazzling stars and the breathtaking Milky Way stretched above me. I’d lose track of time stargazing, completely captivated by the vastness of it all. My days were spent hiking the highest hills to take in the sweeping view of the valley, gardening alongside my dad, or wandering forest paths bursting with wild blackberries, ripe for the picking. Coming home meant stepping into the warm, inviting smells of freshly baked bread, ready to be slathered with mayo and topped with thick slices of juicy, sun-ripened garden tomatoes.
Fall brought its own kind of wonder. Piling into a tractor-pulled wagon, we’d roam the farm searching for wild apple trees, taste-testing as we went. Apple picking with my family was always filled with belly laughs, the crunch of crisp apples, and the sweet anticipation of warm apple pies and homemade applesauce that would fill our home for weeks.
Winter on the farm was pure adventure. We’d haul tractor tire inner tubes to the top of the immense hills and fly down on snow-packed ramps that my dad plowed for maximum daredevil fun. His playful shenanigans ensured that every run was faster, steeper, and more exciting than the last—a dream come true for any child.
These memories have stayed with me, shaping not only who I am but also the heart of CorEats. They remind me of the simple joys of life: gathering with loved ones, sharing laughter, and savoring the comfort of great food. CorEats was created to embody that same spirit—helping families create moments of love, laughter, and wholesome, delicious food that brings everyone together.
Pricing:
- 9.99
Contact Info:
- Website: https://coreatsmixes.com/
- Instagram: @coreatsmixes
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coreatsmixes
- Youtube: @coreatsmixes5543
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