Instagram Influencers Experience the Sweet Side of Harvest with Autumn Glory Apples

Yakima, WA. – Superfresh Growers® welcomed Tom & Rachael Sullivan, the creators of the viral platforms @MealsSheEats and @RachSullivan__, to the Yakima Valley this fall for a hands-on look at the journey of Autumn Glory® apples from orchard to table. The husband-and-wife duo, known for their family-focused recipes and candid storytelling, spent three days exploring the orchards and packing houses, meeting growers and farmworkers, and learning about the sustainable practices that bring this sweet apple to life.

Tom and Rachael began sharing their story when schools shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their first viral video featured a college student they were cooking home-cooked meals for. Soon after, Tom began preparing PCOS-friendly (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) meals for Rachael, turning their personal story into a platform that has now reached millions. Their brand, Meals She Eats, is rooted in connection, showing how food can bring people together through care, creativity, community, and healing. This fall, that story came full circle as they met the growers and farmworkers who put so much thought and effort into growing delicious, nutrient-rich apples.

Autumn Glory apples are known for their naturally sweet flavor with notes of caramel and cinnamon, making them a seasonal favorite among apple fans. During their visit, Tom & Rach witnessed firsthand the care that goes into every step of the growing process, from bloom to harvest, and gained a deeper appreciation for the people and passion behind the fruit.

“Seeing where our food comes from always changes the way we cook with it,” said Tom and Rachael Sullivan. “Meeting the growers and learning about how much time and heart go into the apples we fell in love with 2 years ago made us even more excited to create recipes that do them justice.”

This experience led to an exclusive, one-night-only “Cook & Dine with Tom & Rach Sullivan” event at Provisions Restaurant and Market, a beloved Yakima local restaurant. Guests joined the duo for a private cooking class and a seasonal four-course dinner featuring Superfresh Growers’ pears and apples, including Autumn Glory, in every dish, all of which were from their second cookbook, “Honey, What Do We Got?” The evening celebrated community, connection, and the versatility of the apples in both sweet and savory applications.

“Collaborations like this bring our orchards to life in a new way,” said Julieta Castillo, Marketing Coordinator at Superfresh Growers. “Tom and Rach’s authentic storytelling helps connect consumers to the real people and care behind every piece of fruit, while showing just how versatile Autumn Glory can be. As more people turn to whole foods for their natural healing properties, it’s important to inspire them with delicious, approachable ways to enjoy fresh fruit while teaching them where their food comes from.”

Following the event, Tom and Rach will share their Autumn Glory harvest journey with their 3.5 million followers across social media, featuring behind-the-scenes content, orchard footage, and new recipes inspired by their experience. Through their upcoming posts and videos, consumers will get an inside scoop on how this apple shines from farm to table!