Co-founder of My Tomte, and the person who turned Rowena’s spreadsheet into an app.
By day, I’m a group product manager. I’ve spent my career building software for builders, architects, engineers and lawyers: people who really don’t have time for software that doesn’t work. By night, I’m a dad to Leo, a writer, and a lover of stories, fables and mystical creatures of every kind (hence the tomte).
I can cook a bit. But, admittedly, I mostly prefer to eat whatever Rowena makes.
Turn an old iPad or Android tablet into a family hub for the kitchen: calendar, meal plan and shopping list, in about ten minutes. Here’s how.
Danny · 2 min read
Not sure what to ask an AI meal planner? Here are 10 real requests that make My Tomte’s Smart Actions earn their keep, from busy nights to fussy eaters.
Danny · 2 min read
A tomte is a little house spirit from Nordic folklore who quietly looks after the home. His story, his Christmas porridge, and why our app is named for him.
Danny · 3 min read
Recipes serve four and cabbages are enormous. Here’s how to meal plan for one: cook once and eat twice, freeze smart and shop in sizes you’ll use.
Danny · 2 min read
Half the family’s on iPhone, half on Google, and someone uses Outlook for work. Here’s how to set up one shared family calendar that everyone can see.
Danny · 2 min read
Smart wall calendars cost hundreds before the subscription. How to set up a family hub on a tablet you already own, and when a screen is worth it.
Danny · 3 min read
Mealime shuts down on 21 October 2026. Here’s how Australian households can save their favourite recipes and what to use next.
Danny · 4 min read