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Nourished PodcastThe Power of StoryWe’re living in a world where we get talked at so much these days. I don’t know about you but I want to feel more. I want more resonance.And stories have the power to do that. Words are felt more than they’re simply read or heard in a transactional way. We’re all here writing our own stories. What do you want yours to say? Want more with me?I have 4 spots open for something intimate and powerful: a single 1:1 mentorship session.Think of it as...2025-07-2713 min
Nourished PodcastWisdom Lives in BodiesLet’s talk about how much wisdom lives in our bodies. It’s all right there, we just have to choose to listen. She knows the way.I talked about Typewriter Astrology for anyone interested in beautiful writing and regular horoscopes.Want to dive deeper?We don’t build a new life by escaping the old one.We build it by rooting into the truth we’re ready to live. Get full access to Nourished at kristaettles.substack.com/subscribe2025-07-2320 min
Nourished PodcastA Meaningful LifeWhat if the meaning we’re looking for is right in front of us? Want to work with me 1:1?We don’t build a new life by escaping the old one.We build it by rooting into the truth we’re ready to live.You don’t need a formula.Instead, a mirror. A witness. A guide. Get full access to Nourished at kristaettles.substack.com/subscribe2025-07-1820 min
Nourished PodcastWorthiness is a fact not a feelingSo many times I hear, you have to feel it first to believe it. But if you’re like me and have struggled with feeling good enough, to just feel it doesn’t always work. Let’s talk about how to navigate this. To give yourself the space to feel all the feelings even those ones that are trying to convince you that you’re not worthy and remembering the feelings don’t need to be the be all end all.Want to work with me?You’re not here to perform alig...2025-06-1217 min
Nourished PodcastLearning how your intuition speaksDo you know how your intuition speaks to you?Todays let’s dive into ways to allow your intuition to speak to you in its own unique way. A couple specifics that I’m talking about:Human Design Authority and how it’s a great starting point to understand your body signals.The magic of silence. The importance of experimentation & play.oxKristaWant to work with me 1:1?You’re not here to perform alignment.You’re here to live it.2025-05-3019 min
Nourished PodcastThe pressure to performToday’s conversation I’m diving into showing up with purpose vs. the pressure to perform. It’s so easy for our minds to try and convince us what the ‘right’ way to show up in the world is. But what if your only job is to show us as you? I’m sharing my recent experience in a mastermind I participated in and what shifted for me through the process. oxWant to work with me?You’re not here to perform alignment.You’re here to live it.2025-05-1722 min
Nourished PodcastCreating Quiet Pockets in a Loud WorldThe world is loud. So much noise it’s hard to hear ourselves. Creating pockets of quiet is the most important thing we can do right now. To hear ourselves.To know ourselves.To be able to trust our own inner compass over everything.And to nourish that. What if this is the way through? Want to work with me 1:1? Get full access to Nourished at kristaettles.substack.com/subscribe2025-05-0926 min
Nourished PodcastSacred StructureStructure gets to be nourishing when it’s rooted in soul. It gets to feel supportive, not rigid.And it gets to be unique to you.Let’s talk about it. More things:Want to work with me 1:1?Join my newest group offering: The Nourished Path.You’re allowed to live differently.Let’s build a life that feels like home.Your soul knows the way. Get full access to Nourished at kristaettles.substack.com/subscribe2025-05-0237 min
Nourished PodcastOpting OutToday’s conversation let’s dive into discernment and what happens when we make the most of our most precious assets; our time, our energy and our attention. Have a listen and let me know what you’re opting out of in the comments!oxKristaMore things:Want to work with me 1:1?Join my newest group offering: The Nourished Path.You’re allowed to live differently.Let’s build a life that feels like home.Your soul knows the way....2025-04-2516 min
Nourished PodcastAlignment, Intuition and Authority.How often do we spend looking outside ourselves for the answers? For someone else to tell us what to do because sometimes the scariest (yet most freeing) thing is sitting with ourselves. Slowing down to hear what’s true for us in a world that glorifies going fast.In the quiet is where the gold is. Slow and steady gets to actually be the quickest the way to our most nourishing lives? Grab a drink and let’s dive deeper. oxMore things:Want to work...2025-04-1651 min
Nourished PodcastThe Ability to Create GoodnessToday’s conversation is a different perspective on power. There’s so much to unpack when it comes to what power means and our relationship to it. But what if we focused on it in a different way? What if we transform what power gets to look like? Let’s dive in.More things:Want to work with me 1:1? Submit your details here:Learn more about my Nourished Living Mentorship program. Applications are open for Spring Intake and it’s all about awakening your intuitive power. 2025-04-0523 min
Nourished PodcastCreating 'Newness'Today’s conversation is something I do on the regular in my everyday. And it’s important because it’s so easy to get stuck in the thinking that life is mundane. But what if it’s an opportunity to be curious? To actively be searching for the good stuff? And it’s a good reminder that big changes usually happen with the tiniest actions accumulated. oxMore things:Want to work with me? Send me a message for more information on 1:1 mentorshipLearn more about my Nourished Living Mentorship program. Applicatio...2025-03-2629 min
Nourished PodcastSlowly Recalibrating into a new yearHi Friends,Welcome to the end of January! I’ve been moving ever so gently into the new year and it feels good. Dipping my toes in gently rather than diving straight in. And there’s something that feels so much more true to me instead of pushing full force. With that, I wanted to start off the year by sharing how I’ve been navigating the last few months in this way and check in with you of course. I’m looking forward to connecting even deeper with you this year!ox...2025-01-3019 min
Nourished PodcastAuthenticity's a B%*chAuthenticity. It’s a buzz word right now don’t you think? And while I believe it’s a great thing for all of us to want to be more of our real selves, it’s not black and white. There’s so many layers to unpack and so much of being authentic means accepting all of ourselves as imperfect humans, not just the perfect idea we might have in our heads. And that’s the b***h of it but what if it’s not a bad thing, but the most loving thing we can do? Let’s talk abo...2024-11-2732 min
Nourished PodcastWalking Your Own PathToday I wanted to share a bit about myself and how I got to where I am now in my work and in life. Things have shifted here recently so it felt like a good time to give you a little background and behind the scenes so that’s what today’s episode is all about. oxMore things: Learn more about my Nourished Living Mentorship program. Applications are open for January Intake.If you’re looking for some simple practices for more seasonal living, you can grab the Nourished With The Sea...2024-11-201h 04
Nourished PodcastIntention informs everythingSome thoughts today on how the intention behind all that we do matters more than the actually thing we’re doing. More things: Learn more about my Nourished Living Mentorship program.If you’re looking for some simple practices for more seasonal living, you can grab the Nourished With The Seasons - A Guide To Seasonal Living.Ready to learn the pleasure and the principles of cooking well? Let’s THE CREATIVE KITCHEN This if for you if you want to learn some foundational cooking skills, find your own creativity and flow in...2024-11-1331 min
Nourished PodcastNourishment or Bio Hacking...You know that answer for me of course! Sharing my thoughts on how much mental energy we can waste on trying to get it right. What if all we have to to is look to our own internal guidance system…our bodies. Because they’re always speaking to us. Here’s to your most nourished living!Want more with me? If you’re feeling called to join the Nourished Living Mentorship I’ve talked about in the episode, learn more here. Listen to that intuition of yours - you’ll know if this is fo...2024-10-2423 min
Nourished PodcastNourished With The SeasonsTransition. Change. Seasons. It’s all a part of life. And I don’t know about you but I want to embrace that. Nature shows us just how beautiful change can be. How important it is to have different seasons and the magic that comes from it. So let’s talk about it, shall we? I’m sharing my thoughts on living more seasonally, what each season means for me and how I’ve learned to allow this to support me in my life. And as I mention in the episode, you can gr...2024-10-1659 min
Nourished PodcastMediocre no longer works for meI’ve been thinking alot about all the areas where we settle. The food we consume. The relationships. The jobs that don’t light us up. The ways we do life. And I don’t know about you but it just no longer works for me. High maintenance? Absolutely. But why aren’t we raising our standards for the things that matter most to us? Let’s talk about it.Want more with me? The Nourished Living Mentorship is coming this Fall. If you’re feeling called to dive deeper into creating your most deliciou...2024-08-0825 min
Nourished PodcastNourished LivingNourished living of course food and cooking is a big, beautiful part of it, but there’s so much more to it than that. Let’s talk about it. PS - I’ve got something coming soon that I can’t wait to tell you more about that going to dive deeper into this so stay tuned!Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber.Ready to learn the pleasure and the principles of cooking well? Come join THE...2024-07-2316 min
Nourished PodcastRituals, Routines and PracticesHi Friends,I’m back with a little riff on creating rituals, routines and practices in the kitchen and how we can create so much more magic in our day to day when we choose to do it with a little intention.I talk a bit about Human Design which I’ve been needing out on big time the last little while so if this conversation has peaked your interest to dive into it yourself, here’s two of my favourites who’ve got great resources and teachings:Eden CarpenterJenna Zoe2024-06-2514 min
Nourished PodcastWhat's The Most Nourishing Choice?A question I’ve been using alot lately that I wanted to talk about as it might be something that helps you too. Because life can get overwhelming right now and I’m constantly reminding myself that I’m the one that can make the best choice for more. Not what I think I should do based on someone else's opinion, not the ‘right’ or ‘healthiest’ choice because all of that is subjective and it’s easy to forget with all the information we have coming at us but you’re the one who knows best. Your body always knows we just have...2024-05-2915 min
Nourished PodcastThe Kitchen GardenI’m in full garden goddess mode at the moment. There’s nothing I love more than being barefoot in the grass, surrounded by the sounds of the birds, hands in the dirt and totally immersed in all of it.Today I’m sharing a little garden update, my successes and failures and also how it’s given me so much more inspiration in the kitchen and made me a better cook. Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscribe...2024-05-2225 min
Nourished PodcastFinding the Joy“If you suddenly and unexpectedly feel joy, don’t hesitate. Give in to it…It could be anything, but very likely you notice it in the instant when love begins. Anyway, that’s often the case. Anyway, whatever it is, don’t be afraid of its plenty. Joy is not made to be a crumb.” - Mary OliverLet’s talk about joy shall we? One thing I know is we’re certainly not taught this. To look for the joy. To allow it in on all levels. F...2024-05-1511 min
Nourished PodcastChannel Your Inner NonnaWe all know her. And when it comes to confidence in the kitchen, there’s no one better. Let’s talk about why and how you can channel some of her energy into your own cooking. The book I mentioned that has some amazing stories and wisdom: Grand DishesWant more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and more!The Communa...2024-05-0315 min
Nourished PodcastThis Needs SomethingOne final episode in this series to tie it all up and to remind you that you’re your greatest tool when it comes to creating delicious food. I mean I could talk about this forever and there’s so much more to expand on when it comes to flavour and taste and how it informs your cooking but that’s for now let’s keep it to the basics to help you build your cooking foundation. There’s a couple great resources I’m sharing that can help guide and really dive deep into flavour and taste:2024-04-2418 min
Nourished PodcastThis Needs SomethingOkay it’s the last of the tastes today on part 5 of my This Needs Something series. Umami is the newest kid on the block when it comes to defining different tastes but no less important. It’s probably that thing that you can’t quite put your finger (or tongue on) but adds so much when you get it. Let’s dive into it.Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. The Communal Table If you don’t know, thi...2024-04-1716 min
Nourished PodcastThis Needs SomethingI’m back with part 4 of This Need Something and today it’s getting Salty. I’ve talked alot about salt and I do think it’s one that we should keep talking about all.the.time. Because when you get good at seasoning using salt you could do nothing else and still have great tasting food so this one is worth all the conversation. And if you missed it, go back to the Seasoning 101 episode for more.Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choos...2024-04-0917 min
Nourished PodcastThis Needs SomethingWelcome to part 3 of the This Needs Something series where we’re having a flavour party. Today is probably the one taste most people don’t love on it’s own but this is the thing, the combination of it with others is where the balance comes in. Let’s talk about it!Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. The Communal Table If you don’t know, this is my monthly cooking community where I lea...2024-04-0219 min
Nourished PodcastThis Needs SomethingWelcome back to part two of the This Needs Something Series where I’m talking all about how to cook more intutively and experiment with ingredients to balance flavours and make delicious meals with ease. Because this is how I love to cook everyday and I want the same for you. Today is all about balancing things with something sweet. Let’s dive in shall we?Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. The Communal Table If yo...2024-03-2619 min
Nourished PodcastThis Need SomethingI’m super excited to share a new podcast series with you: This Needs Something.I want you to be able to use your own creativity, intuition and inspiration to make something delicious every time you step into your kitchen. No recipes required. Because this is what day to day cooking looks like for me and it feels so good. I want that for you too. This series is going to dive into the 5 different tastes, ingredient inspiration for each one, how to think about balancing them and so much more. Le...2024-03-1923 min
Nourished PodcastThe Art of NoticingI’ve been seeing some posts posts pop up on my Instagram lately about ‘the art of noticing’ and it’s got me thinking how much of cooking is really all about this. The mindfulness of it and how it really can be this beautiful practice that nourishes more than just your belly. :) Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and more!The Communal Ta...2024-03-0613 min
Nourished PodcastSeasoning Without SaltA little follow up on the Seasoning 101 episode, because I can never talk enough about seasoning! Today, let’s dive into some of my favourite ingredients that you can use for seasoning that aren’t salt. Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. The Communal Table If you don’t know, this is my monthly cooking community where I lead classes, have guest teachers join us, there’s a cookbook club, foodie round tables where we nerd out about all...2024-02-2819 min
Nourished PodcastMis En Place and Making Work For YouAs much as I love cooking I’ve never been one to want to cook in a restaurant kitchen. But I do think there’s some things that happen in restaurant kitchens that can help you to cook better at home. Mis En Place is one of those things. All it means is everything in its place - or in my head it’s all about a bit of prep and/or planning and setting your kitchen up in way that makes it easy for you to cook on the fly. So let’s dive into some of the things I...2024-02-2114 min
Nourished PodcastWhat No One Tells You About CookingHi Friends!This conversation is inspired by the cookbook I’ve been obsessed with, The Secret of Cooking by Bee Wilson and I think it’s one everyone should have on their shelf. There are a few things that we don’t talk about when it comes to cooking that I think matter ALOT because when you do know them, it can actually help you be a better cook. Let’s talk about it, shall we?Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choos...2024-02-1515 min
Nourished PodcastThe Freedom of Cooking on the FlyIt’s great when you have all the time and space to leisurely cook and create in the kitchen but for me when you can step into the kitchen on a moments notice and create something delicious that’s the most satisfying and rewarding. There’s so much freedom available when you’re able to this and it’s always my end goal for anyone I teach. Let’s talk about that shall we?Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. 2024-02-0716 min
Nourished PodcastSeasoning 101One of the most important foundations in making your cooking as delicious as possible. This is something I could dive DEEEEEP on but here I’m giving you the coles notes version so you’ve got a place to start.Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and more!The Communal Table If you don’t know, this is my monthly cooking community where I l...2024-01-3115 min
Nourished PodcastCreative cooking with everyday ingredientsToday let’s talk about choosing to find inspiration in those everyday ingredients and how they teach you to be a better cook all around. And just a little reminder that you probably already have all you need right in front of you. Because when you can cook with the basics it opens you up to so many more creative possibilities and who doesn’t want more of that? I know I do :) Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’l...2024-01-2412 min
Nourished Podcast2024 Cooking IntentionsComing in hot with some fun cooking intentions for 2024. I love doing this. I love thinking about what I want to do more of in a new year - and not from a strict, need to fix things (the word resolution doesn’t jive with me) but from a what feels exciting to learn, or do, or make more of in a new year. Have a listen and I’d love to know yours! Leave me a comment below and let me know what you’re doing more of in 2024!PS - I talked about Josh Niland and al...2024-01-1621 min
Nourished PodcastCookbooks for More Relaxed, Creative CookingToday I’m sharing some of my favourite cookbooks that highlight my approach to teaching and cooking for myself. These are great resources to help make everyday cooking a more relaxed, creative and yes, delicious practice. Here’s a list of the books I’m gushing about:Start HereThe Secret of CookingCook. Eat. Repeat.Kitchen CreativityThe Flavour ThesaurusThe Flavour EquationSalt Fat Acid HeatWant more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means t...2023-12-1325 min
Nourished PodcastMeaningful GatheringsHi Friends,It’s officially celebration season so I wanted to share my thoughts on gatherings and being more intentional about it. Because let’s face it, it’s easy to feel pressure to fill up your calendar with all the things this time of year, right? What if we take a breath and just go about it with a little more intention and maybe in an even slightly different way so that we can give our energy to the things that matter most? I’m sharing a few ways I connect with my people over the holiday...2023-11-3013 min
Nourished PodcastCooking as a Beautiful GestureWhat if we looked at cooking as a gesture rather than a performance, or a chore? What if everyday cooking is an opportunity to present a beautiful gesture of nourishment, love, connection - and so many other things. I’m a big believer in the energy we bring to everything matters so let’s talk about it!Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and liv...2023-10-2613 min
Nourished PodcastKitchen Creativity: The ReplayBringing back an old episode for you today as it’s one that’s always worth another listen. I’m breaking down the whole idea of Kitchen Creativity and how this shift in your approach to cooking really can change everything! Because cooking is creative and we often forget that when we’re in the day to day of putting meals on the table. It’s easy to get in a rut, I get it.What if there’s a different way to look at it? What if we choose to make it more of a practice...2023-10-1724 min
Nourished PodcastCooking all the SquashThis episode is inspired by my favourite parts of cooking podcasts that I listen to myself. When the host and/or guest just sit and share ideas and inspiration on cooking a specific ingredient. And this is how I want my community to be sharing. Connecting and inspiring each other with our ideas and little things we do in the kitchen that we can pass on. Today we’re diving into one ingredient that’s everywhere right now; squash!I mention The Kitchen Whisperers book which you can find HEREAnd you can find aa quic...2023-10-0417 min
Nourished PodcastThe Italian WayDo you ever feel like you should have been born in another time? Or another place? I myself know that I have in fact been a Pasta Granny in a past life ; ) I love the Italian way of life. More specifically their way of life when it comes to food and cooking. I think the Italians have it right; ingredients matter, use your intuition over recipes and look at cooking as a pleasurable part of your day to day. Let’s contemplate that shall we? Want more with me? This publication is reader sup...2023-09-2612 min
Nourished PodcastEase into the new season: Fall Pantry CapsuleYou’ve heard of wardrobe capsules, right? Having a few intentional pieces of clothing that you can mix and match to create different looks all season. Why can’t we do that in the kitchen too? Let’s talk about a Fall pantry capsule and all the creative ways you can get inspired by a few of my favourite ingredients that you can reach for all season long.A few notes on things I mention in the episode:For spices and masala blends I talk about: Diaspora Co. and Burlap & Barrel This is one of...2023-09-2024 min
Nourished PodcastMake It Delicious.If I had to pick life motto, this would be one of them. And I think it’s one that everyone could do with picking up. Because in the end when it comes to cooking this is what matters most - ask yourself this question. How can I make it delicious? Let’s talk about it shall we?Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and mor...2023-08-1611 min
Nourished PodcastEveryday Cooking and Finding Magic in The MundaneI can’t tell you how much I love talking to people about what their everyday cooking practice looks like. I always find it’s a way to connect with someone on an intimate level because they’re letting you have a small little view into their lives. And I know the idea of cooking everyday can feel mundane for some, but what if that’s where the magic is? Let’s have a coffee and chat about it shall we?Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means th...2023-08-0212 min
Nourished PodcastFinding Flavour: Good Cooking Isn't Elusive....or exclusive.In the final episode of this Finding Flavour series, I want to remind you that good cooking is possible for all of us. And it doesn’t have to be complicated or take up all your time - it gets to be what you make it. And that’s a pretty magical thing in my opinion!Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and more!Th...2023-06-2708 min
Nourished PodcastFinding Flavour: Learning to adapt & how to fix mistakesBeing adaptable is one of the greatest skills you can have in the kitchen. Let’s talk about why and also, how to fix some common mistakes when it comes to flavour and taste in your cooking. Grab a coffee and join me at the table for this fun conversation!Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, bonus recipes, and more!The Communal Table If you don’t...2023-06-2113 min
Nourished PodcastFinding Flavour: Texture and TechniqueOn another episode in the Finding Flavour series, I’m talking about two big components to flavour; texture and technique. And because one informs the other I’m diving into about them both together. Join me in the conversation plus we dive into how texture is where flavour and taste actually starts.Listen to the Gastropod episode I refer to HEREMy favourite resource for learning how to combine flavours and figuring out the kinds you like most: The Flavor Thesaurus plus Niki’s follow up that was just released: The Flavor Thesaurus, More FlavorsW...2023-06-0614 min
Nourished PodcastFinding Flavour; Why Ingredients MatterIn part two of this Finding Flavour series let’s dive into ingredients more and why they matter so much in creating delicious food. This one is close to my heart and I think if more of us paid attention to ingredients and were more intentional about what we’re buying, the world would be a better place! Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and mor...2023-05-2413 min
Nourished PodcastFinding Flavour: All About UmamiToday we’re diving into a new little series; Finding Flavour. Because cooking (and eating) is that much more fun and exciting when things taste good, right? And I’m all about making cooking (and eating) a nourishing practice in your day to day life so let’s find all the ways to make it better and better, yes? First up in the Finding Flavour series is all about the elusive 5th taste element, umami. Listen in to learn more about umami and a few staple ingredients I have onhand to incorporate it into my cooking.Happ...2023-05-1620 min
Nourished PodcastPatience is one of your most valuable cooking skillsThey say patience is a virtue right? It’s also an invaluable skill in the kitchen. One that makes your cooking go from good to great. In today’s episode I’m talking about why and giving you some examples of how these small little things make a big difference Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and more!The Communal Table If you don’t...2023-05-0907 min
Nourished PodcastA peek into my my mind when I cookToday I’m walking you through what goes through my head when I’m cooking day to day. Because most days it’s me following whatever inspiration hits based on what I’ve got in the kitchen or something I’ve seen at the store. This is how I want cooking to be for everyone! Because we all have this ability to cook delicious food without making it feel like a chore so I thought I’d show you how my meals come together without recipes, instead relying on the foundation of skills I have and using my instincts as I go. 2023-05-0212 min
Nourished PodcastLearning to cook is like learning to ride a bikeCooking requires a conscious effort that feels unnatural, because learning to cook is a lot like learning to ride a bicycle.You start with training wheels — cookbooks, videos, lessons — then fall repeatedly as you try to find balance on your own. With enough practice, you experience the sensation of that bike-riding moment when jerky, erratic swerving is replaced by equilibrium. The shift is sudden and irreversible, the body flooded with a knowing that immediately feels innate.So it is with cooking. You don’t feel entirely in control of the process until you learn...2023-04-2512 min
Nourished PodcastCooking & Travel - Food is always the way to deeper connectionsI love travelling for so many reasons - the biggest one is always connecting to something new. A new culture. New people. And of course I come home inspired by all of this with new things to cook. Today I’m pondering that and how even if you can’t travel you can always connect to something new in your kitchen. Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and liv...2023-04-1110 min
Nourished PodcastCooking in the 'In Between' SeasonHappy Spring! And while we’re officially into a new season on the calendar, it might not feel like it wherever you are. And while I know Spring means beautiful produce starting to pop up at the markets, it doesn’t happen all at once. So today let’s talk about transitioning from Winter cooking to Spring cooking and the ways you can make the best of this ‘shoulder season’. Go have a listen and let me know what you’re cooking right now. Here’s a few ideas that might inspire you too:Garlicky Lam...2023-04-0410 min
Nourished PodcastKitchen wisdom from RatatouilleAnd when I say Ratatouille, I mean the movie not the delicious vegetable dish. I’ve always felt like this cute little kids movie had the best visual as to what it’s like to cook using all of your senses, trusting your intuition, and using your own kitchen creativity. It also has one of my favourite taglines, ‘Anyone Can Cook!’. So yeah, let’s talk about it shall we? Happy Cooking!ox Krista Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if yo...2023-03-0814 min
Nourished PodcastOn getting more hands in the kitchenI read a stat the other day; only 20% of Americans have a daily cooking practice. There’s so much I could say on this so let’s contemplate it today, shall we?I’d love to see this number change. It’s why I do what I do because when there’s more of us in the kitchen, there’s so much of the world that can change for the better. I believe that with all my heart. Have a listen and let me know your thoughts in the comments below.Happy Cooking!ox2023-02-2117 min
Nourished PodcastFood is at its best when it isn't perfectI read this quote, “Food and writing is at its best when its not perfect” and today I’m contemplating that with you! I'm talking about the idea of perfection in the food world, and of course in our lives at the moment. Because it’s easy to fall into the trap, right?Have a listen and let me know your thoughts in the comments below. oxKristaWant more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid su...2023-02-0716 min
Nourished PodcastCooking Intentions for 2023I’m at the table today sharing my cooking intentions for this brand new year. Yes, it’s the end of January but I don’t believe in these hard, fast rules of having things laid out for the year right at the beginning of the year but I do believe in taking the time to think about what it is I want more of in 2023. And yes that goes for my cooking too so I’m sharing 6 of my cooking intentions and I hope it’ll inspire you do think about what you want to create more of this year...2023-01-3114 min
Nourished PodcastIs there really a right way to do anything?I’m back with a new Coffee & Contemplation episode! Today let’s dive into doing things the ‘right’ way. Is there really such a thing? What if it’s about finding the way that feels best for you. And yes cooking is the perfect example. Let’s dive in.I also talk a bit about a post I wrote last year, ‘Is there such thing as the best?’ that dives into this more in a little bit of a different way. Happy listening!Want more with me? This publication is reader support...2023-01-1810 min
Nourished PodcastCook What You HaveWhat if you don’t need to call for take out? What if there’s endless possibilities in your kitchen even with the simplest of ingredients? What if it's just about choosing to find inspiration everywhere and let your creativity run wild? Let’s talk about how shall we? :)Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. There’s so much good stuff coming for this community; holiday fun like the great cookie exchange and eggnog ch...2022-11-2209 min
Nourished PodcastOn Making Friends With Your GrocerI love grocery shopping. Wandering my favourite specialty shop looking for new ingredients to try. Talking to my local farmers and getting excited about what’s in season. Saying hi to the chickens when I pick up my eggs. Let’s talk about why it matters to me, not only from a sustainable perspective but for the community aspect of it too. Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes...2022-11-1516 min
Nourished PodcastCooking in someone else's kitchen.Last month I spent a week with nephews so my brother could take a much needed trip to Italy. This is a little recap about cooking in his kitchen all week and what it taught me. Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and more!The Communal Table If you don’t know, this is my monthly cooking community where I lead classes, have...2022-11-0712 min
Nourished PodcastDon't forget to play!Let’s talk about play shall we? More importantly, how can we infuse more play into our everyday and why it’s important.Play is being joyfully immersed in the moment, and as adults, we rarely do that so here’s a little reminder to seek it out. Want more with me? This publication is reader supported and it means the world if you choose to become a paid subscriber. You’ll also get access community threads, months round ups, more recipes and live hangouts, and more!The Communal Table If you don’t...2022-10-1111 min
Nourished PodcastIntuitive CookingToday it’s all about intuitive cooking. Learning to trust yourself more than recipes to create delicious meals without the fear. Because you can, and yup, it’s all about trust and practice….and worrying less about it being perfect! So let’s talk about it!‘A good cook is like a sorceress that dispenses happiness.’ - Elisa SchiaparelliListen to the Kitchen Creativity episode HEREFind the Flavour Thesaurus HEREWant more with me? Ready to learn the pleasure and the principles of cooking well? The Creative Kitchen is the place...2022-10-0317 min
Nourished PodcastLeaving Joy TrailsIf you’ve been here for a bit you know I wrote about joy trails in Dessert Can Save The World. Since then it’s been something that I’ve been intentionally looking for ways I can leave them in my day to day so I wanted to share how I’ve been doing that and what's happened because of it. Because we all could use a little bit more joy, right? Have a listen and if you’re leaving joy trails yourself, let me know what they are in the comments below. ox ...2022-09-2609 min
Nourished PodcastOn Cooking ProjectsChanging seasons always gets me excited to get into the kitchen because my cooking is always changing with the seasons. Does yours? This is my favourite because it means more time inside playing around with different cooking projects. Let’s dive into why I love cooking projects so much as well as some of the ones I’m most excited about this season, alot of which happen to involve various doughs stuffed with filling. The two books I mention are:Arabiyya - the lamb dumplings with yogurt sauce look amazing!Pierogi - I lear...2022-09-1910 min
Nourished PodcastFinding joy in the failuresToday we’re talking all about failure. Failures in the kitchen more importantly, and finding the joy in it. Yes, finding the joy in it. Because we’re all going to have failures. You’re going to burn the fish. You’re going to mess things up, and what if that’s okay? What if it’s about looking at them as opportunities to learn and maybe even take ourselves just that little bit less seriously in the process. In this episode I’m telling you about some of my recent kitchen failures which includes this beauty be...2022-09-1211 min
Nourished PodcastMy Cooking MantrasMy apartment building has a great little library that I’ve been taking advantage of a lot lately. It’s the communal kind where everyone shares their gently used books and I absolutely love that part of it. I was poking around there recently and found an albeit, small little cookbook section. Yay! I picked up Antoni in the Kitchen, by Antoni Porowski (of Queer Eye) and loved the front section that he has talking about his cooking mantras. More that just kitchen tips but little thoughts, little reminders to help keep cooking a joyful part of your...2022-09-0513 min
Nourished PodcastCooking is a journeyI read an article recently about one man’s journey to perfect the boiled egg. The story threads into it how cooking really is this never ending journey, full of so much possibility. Or that’s what I like to believe anyways. So here’s a little more into my own cooking journey and all the beautiful things that go along with it.Tell me where your cooking journey started in the comments below!oxKristWant more with me? Become a paid subscriber to access our community threads, months...2022-08-2911 min
Nourished PodcastJust for fun: Desert island things. What would you bring? Here's mine....I love this question: What 3 things would you bring to a desert island? Of course this is the food edition so we’re narrowing it down, but I LOVE this as a conversation starter! I’m always so curious as to what someone will choose and love diving into the logic behind it. So. Much. Fun. It’s something different to talk about and I always learn something new about whoever I ask. Have a listen to hear mine, they might not be what you think! And tell me yours in the comments below...2022-08-2206 min
Nourished PodcastHappy accidents: When the 'wrong' way turns out rightHi hi!Today’s riff is all about breaking the rules and there’s no better place to do that than in the kitchen, right? Right! It’s now new favourite meals are created (every dish you love was likely a happy accident at some point or another).It’s how you can get out of those dreaded ruts. And who knows what it might inspire you to do in other areas of your life. Let me know how you’re breaking the rule this week! Tell me in the commen...2022-08-1505 min
Nourished PodcastWhat are you forcing?Happy Tuesday that feels like a Monday! If you had a long weekend like we did here you’re probably feeling the same way. If you’re getting this episode ‘fashionably’ late. :) This topic came up over the weekend chatting with some friends and it’s one I can get fired up around especially when it comes to food. Because let’s face it, we live in a world of information where everywhere you turn someone is telling you what’s ‘best’ for you….what the new superfood is that’s going to change your life. These are my thoughts on it...2022-08-0209 min
Nourished PodcastAre you 'judgy' in the kitchen? I was and here's what I learned.Okay so first, I don’t know if judgy is even a word but I’m going with it.Today I’ve got a short riff on judging foods or types of cuisines before you’ve actually tried them. It’s something that I wanted to work on myself this year - not judging something until I’ve tried it. Because we can be quick to judge things, right? It’s a lesson from the kitchen that works in life to - before jumping on the judgement train, take a minute to hear someone out or try somethi...2022-07-2505 min
Nourished PodcastKitchen CreativityI recorded this a while back when I found a book by the same name, Kitchen Creativity and of course obsessed over it. Because it put how I see cooking into simple components that I can really break down and talk about in a practical way. Because cooking is creative and often we forget that when we’re trying to put meals on the table day in and day out. It’s easy to get in a rut, I get it.What if there’s a different way to look at it? What if it gets t...2022-07-1824 min
Nourished PodcastWhat if cooking was your art?What if cooking gets to be your art? Here’s the thing, I’m pretty committed to making as many things in my life just a little more joyful. To bring as much beauty into my world as is humanly possible in my own creative way. Because it’s so needed in the world right now don’t you think? I want what I eat to be a highlight of my day. Even if that is something as simple as taking an extra minute to make my eggs look pretty on the plate, I’m doin...2022-07-1107 min
Nourished PodcastCooking for OneToday we’re diving into cooking for one and why it matters…..because it does. I hear this alot: Why would I cook? It’s just me. My question is always why wouldn’t you?! There’s so many reasons why cooking for just you gets to be a beautiful thing and I’m diving into it in today’s episode. Make sure to pop your comments below or send me a DM over on Instagram. oxWant more with me? Ready to learn the pleasure and the principles of cooking well? Let’s Cook with Inten...2022-07-0412 min
Nourished PodcastWhat are recipes, really?What are recipes, really? I’m pondering this question with you. Why they’re so much more than just measurements and instructions. What frustrates me sometimes when recipes get shared.What I hope you get from me when I share recipes with you. oxAlso, I’m also dreaming about the first bite of the local peaches over my coffee this morning…..I can almost taste them by looking at this picture from last year. Soon! What are you dreaming about biting into over the next few months...2022-06-2709 min
Nourished PodcastFood Has MemoryWelcome! It’s our first coffee & contemplation - the place where I’m casually jamming on all things food, cooking & life. Because they all blend together in my world and I want to share more of that with you!Today’s episode - Food has Memory. I love this topic because food and cooking is so much more than just ingredients and technique. It’s fascinating to me how food makes you feel so many things and we’re diving into it today over coffee. So grab a cup and give it a listen. I’d love...2022-06-2011 min
Nourished PodcastWelcome to Nourished! Get full access to Nourished at kristaettles.substack.com/subscribe2022-01-0201 min
Healing HormonesNourished & Whole: Cooking Delicious Meals at Home & with Confidence - with Krista EttlesToday we are talking to a Ninja in the Kitchen & Healthy Living Cheerleader, Krista Ettles! She runs Nourished and Whole, a health and wellness website dedicated to educating and inspiring others about the power of real food, eating intentionally, and living happy & healthy lives from the inside out. We’ve been taking our Care/of vitamins and we feel great! They’re a unique monthly vitamin service that focuses on honest guidance, better ingredients, and personalization. You just answer a quick questionnaire about your goals, lifestyle, and values – then they will help you pick vitamins that are good f...2018-01-2947 min
Finding Your ShineNourished & Whole: Cooking Delicious Meals at Home & with Confidence - with Krista EttlesToday we are talking to a Ninja in the Kitchen & Healthy Living Cheerleader, Krista Ettles! She runs Nourished and Whole, a health and wellness website dedicated to educating and inspiring others about the power of real food, eating intentionally, and living happy & healthy lives from the inside out. We’ve been taking our Care/of vitamins and we feel great! They’re a unique monthly vitamin service that focuses on honest guidance, better ingredients, and personalization. You just answer a quick questionnaire about your goals, lifestyle, and values – then they will help you pick vitamins that ar...2018-01-2946 min