Nourishing Bodies,
Honoring Culture

At Casa Feliz, food is love on a spoon.

Nourishing Bodies,
Honoring Culture

At Casa Feliz, we believe that a child’s first meals shape their entire relationship with food.

This is why we introduce real, wholesome food from the very beginning: no sugars, no processed snacks, and no seed oils. Just simple, nourishing meals made with love.

We serve traditional dishes like rice and beans, gently seasoned with organic cumin, cooked in avocado oil, and paired with vegetables and fruits such as bananas, mangoes, passionfruit, and papaya.

These first flavors become their comfort food, real food, full of warmth, care, and culture.

This is how we help children build a healthy palate for life, one joyful spoonful at a time.


FIRST BIRTHDAY CAKE

Even their first birthday cake is a celebration of simplicity and health: a fresh watermelon cake, beautifully sliced and topped with organic yogurt, a moment of joy that sets the tone for a lifetime of mindful eating.

FAVORITE TREAT

And when it’s time for a treat, nothing beats our homemade picolé popsicles, made with real fruits and veggies, which are loved by every child who has ever tasted one. They ask for them by name, and we take pride in offering something refreshing, nutritious, and joyfully simple.

How We Do It

At Casa Feliz, every meal is made with love, from chopping fresh veggies to simmering dry beans. We use only avocado oil, garlic, and gentle spices like cumin. Our food is full of seasonal produce and bold flavors that nourish and delight

Why This Matters (Science + Research)


First foods shape lifelong preferences
Early exposure to real, whole foods lowers the risk of sugar addiction and supports healthier eating patterns for life (Appetite Journal, 2021)


Rice & beans = a complete protein
Together, they provide all essential amino acids needed for healthy growth and development (Harvard School of Public Health, 2023)


Garlic boosts immunity & fightsinflammation

A staple in our meals, garlic offers natural antibacterial and antiviral benefits (Journal of Nutrition, 2016)


Cumin supports digestion & immunity

This gentle spice aids in nutrient absorption and promotes a healthy gut microbiome (Molecules Journal, 2020)


Organic beans support gut health

Packed with natural prebiotics, they help good bacteria thrive (Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology, 2022)


No added sugar = better focus, sleep & mood
Avoiding added sugars in early childhood supports emotional regulation and cognitive development (Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2021)

“We reminded him how much he used to love Casa Feliz food… he still does! He exclaimed, ‘How do they make it so good!?‘”

– The Gillin Family

NUTRITION & FEEDING FAQ

Yes, all our produce, grains, milk, and oils are organic.

We use avocado oil only. We never use seed oils.

All snacks are made from scratch, using real fruit, oats, and seeds never processed.

We use:

Dave’s Killer Bread – Organic, whole grain bread packed with nutrients

Pure Bliss by Similac (Irish Farms) – USDA Organic infant formula made with milk from grass-fed cows

Cascadian Farm Organic Purely O’s – A simple, organic cereal with no added sugar

Organic Valley – Organic whole milk from pasture-raised cows

Stonyfield Organic Probiotic Whole Milk Yogurt (Plain) Full-fat yogurt with live cultures for gut health

Bob’s Red Mill – Trusted source for organic oats, whole grains, and flours

No, we never add sugar or artificial sweeteners. Children learn to love natural sweetness from fruits and vegetables.

We use a baby-led weaning approach at daycare. This means we offer babies real, manageable pieces of food, just like the older children eat, so they can explore and feed themselves at their own pace.

We guide all of our staff using Solid Starts resources Solid Starts – How to introduce any food to babies. Teachers are trained on safe food sizes, choking prevention, and best practices for introducing solids in a developmentally appropriate way.

We always wait for parents to introduce solids at home first. Once you let us know your baby has started solids and tell us what they’re eating, we will begin serving similar foods here so they have a consistent experience.

We serve whole, fresh foods prepared in safe sizes and textures for babies. From the start, we offer the same healthy meals the other children eat, adapted as needed to your baby’s age and readiness.

Bring Casa Feliz Into Your

We love sharing our favorite recipes with families, because the care doesn’t stop at our door.
Explore how we cook with love, culture, and simplicity using real ingredients your child already knows and loves.

We believe that love, culture, and health all begin with the first bite. Come taste the Casa Feliz difference.

Casa Feliz Childcare – Bilingual Culture Immersion Child Care in Portland, Oregon

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