Bending the Spoon

04-15-23 BTS Episode #11

Title: How to Run a Sustainable Kitchen Introduction:  "How to Run a Sustainable Kitchen" Sustainability in the kitchen is becoming increasingly important as we strive to reduce our impact on the environment. It’s a difficult thing to do, but It’s not impossible to make a lot of progress toward running a mostly sustainable kitchen. I'll give you everything you need to know to do just that in this podcast episode. Bio: With over 13 years of professional cooking experience with her meal delivery and catering business and restaurant, Chef Laura founded Bonicelli Cooking Club in 2018. She brings professional cooking techniques and knowledge, great recipes, and inspiration to home cooks and food lovers everywhere. She is known for her love, support, and advocacy for local, organic, and well-sourced food, as well as her expertise in navigating dietary preferences and issues. Timestamps * [00:00] - Intro * [00:51] - Overview of sustainability in the kitchen * [04:31] - Featured ingredient - potted basil * [04:57] - Sustainable Foods * [07:37] - Tip of the week * [09:29] - Sustainable Products * [10:51] - Top Tool * [11:20] - Storage, cost, buying, and wrap-up Key Takeaways * overview of sustainable possibilities for your kitchen * featured ingredient * buying sustainable products * sustainable food management * buying local * reducing waste * sustainable overall practices * Top Tool If you love recipes, we have a vast searchable recipe library that you can access for only $5 per month. You can sign up and learn about all of our memberships here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/join-club-membership/] You can sign up for our email list and get five free recipes if you fill out the pop-up form here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] For the video format of this podcast go to my channel on Youtube  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew]- please like and subscribe. If you like what you're hearing, please leave a positive review on Podchasers.com [https://www.podchaser.com/] and your favorite podcast venues. Links mentioned in the episode: Bonicelli Cooking Club [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] Bonicelli YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew] Grove Collaborative Kitchen Storage Bags [https://www.grove.co/catalog/product/reusable-storage-bag-essentials-set/?v=7547&attrsrc=22&attrpg=catalog&attrpos=2] Chef Laura's Favorite Products for a Sustainable Kitchen [https://benable.com/cheflaura/sustainability] Look for the next episode of Bending the Spoon in May of 2023.

BTS Episode #10 - Are Spices Good For You?

Title: Are Spices Good For You? 1. Introduction:  "Are spices good for you?" In this podcast, we'll explore the world of spicy food and its potential health benefits. Many cultures around the world incorporate spicy ingredients into their cuisine, and while some people can't handle the heat, others swear by the therapeutic effects of spicy food in cooking and wellness. But what's the truth? Is spicy food actually good for you, or is it just a myth? Bio: With over 13 years of professional cooking experience with her meal delivery and catering business and restaurant, Chef Laura founded Bonicelli Cooking Club in 2018. She brings professional cooking techniques and knowledge, great recipes, and inspiration to home cooks and food lovers everywhere. She is known for her love, support, and advocacy for local, organic, and well-sourced food, as well as her expertise in navigating dietary preferences and issues. Timestamps * [00:00] - Intro * [01:23] - Historical background of spices * [04:07] - Featured ingredient - turmeric * [05:02] - Are spices good for you * [06:35] - Tip of the week * [010:01] - Measuring heat - understanding how to combine spices * [12:01] - Top Tool * [12:52] - Storage, cost, buying, and wrap-up Key Takeaways * the history of spices and their value * featured ingredient * health benefits of spices * how to buy and store spices * how heat is measured and how to manage it in your food * how to incorporate them into your cooking * why you should incorporate them into your diet * Top Tool If you love recipes, we have a vast searchable recipe library that you can access for only $5 per month. You can sign up and learn about all of our memberships here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/join-club-membership/] You can sign up for our email list and get five free recipes if you fill out the pop-up form here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] For the video format of this podcast go to my channel on Youtube  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew]- please like and subscribe. If you like what you're hearing, please leave a positive review on Podchasers.com [https://www.podchaser.com/] and your favorite podcast venues. Links mentioned in the episode: Bonicelli Cooking Club [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] Bonicelli YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew] Mortar and Pestle with a base [https://benable.com/cheflaura/cfa383e00dfbe2dcd559/details?detail_id=1261161] Mortar and Pestle - modern [https://benable.com/cheflaura/cfa383e00dfbe2dcd559/details?detail_id=1259930] Molcajete [https://benable.com/cheflaura/cfa383e00dfbe2dcd559/details?detail_id=1259962] Spice Storage and Organization Resources [https://benable.com/cheflaura/5002c17dcf7becb9645https://benable.com/cheflaura/5002c17dcf7becb96451] Online Spice Resources [https://benable.com/cheflaura/food] In the next episode of Bending the Spoon, "Tips for Running a Sustainable Kitchen?" Chef Laura discusses what "sustainable" means in the kitchen and gives tips on how to make your kitchen more sustainable.

1-26-22_BTS_Episode#9 - Superfoods

Title: Superfoods Introduction:  Did you know that superfoods can greatly improve your health and lower your risk for all kinds of diseases and ailments? I'll talk about what superfoods are, what makes them super, and why and how to incorporate them into your diet. Bio: With over 13 years of professional cooking experience with her meal delivery and catering business and restaurant, Chef Laura founded Bonicelli Cooking Club in 2018. She brings professional cooking techniques and knowledge, great recipes, and inspiration to home cooks and food lovers everywhere. She is known for her love, support, and advocacy for local, organic, and well-sourced food, as well as her expertise in navigating dietary preferences and issues. Timestamps * [00:00] - Intro * [01:07] - What are "superfoods? * [02:32] - Featured ingredient * [03:21] - Details about "superfoods" * [08:03] - Tip of the week * [09:24] - Superfoods and you * [10:56] - Top Tool * [12:31] - Wrap up Key Takeaways * what superfoods are * featured ingredient * what superfoods potentially can do * how to incorporate them into your diet * why you should incorporate them into your diet * Top Tool If you love recipes, we have a vast searchable recipe library that you can access for only $5 per month. You can sign up and learn about all of our memberships here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/join-club-membership/] You can sign up for our email list and get five free recipes if you fill out the pop-up form here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] For the video format of this podcast go to my channel on Youtube  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew]- please like and subscribe. If you like what you're hearing, please leave a positive review on Podchasers.com [https://www.podchaser.com/] and your favorite podcast venues. Links mentioned in the episode: Bonicelli Cooking Club [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] Bonicelli YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew] Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Savers [https://benable.com/cheflaura/f669fb27a22f32a1dbdf/details?detail_id=765920] In the next episode of Bending the Spoon, "Are Spices Good For You?" Chef Laura discusses the effect of spices and heat on the the flavor of food and the body.

Episode #8 - Do You Keep Your New Year's Resolutions?

Title: Do You Keep Your New Year's Resolutions? Introduction: Welcome to the new year! Do you make resolutions? If you do - do you keep them? Bio: With over 13 years of professional cooking experience with her meal delivery and catering business and restaurant, Chef Laura founded Bonicelli Cooking Club in 2018. She brings professional cooking techniques and knowledge, great recipes, and inspiration to home cooks and food lovers everywhere. She is known for her love, support, and advocacy for local, organic, and well-sourced food, as well as her expertise in navigating dietary preferences and issues. Timestamps * [00:00] - Intro * [00:47] - Overview * [03:10] - Featured ingredient * [04:14] - Flipping the switch * [06:29] - Tip of the week * [07:48] - People need people * [09:08] - Top Tool - spiralizer * [09:54] - Goals Key Takeaways * why do people make resolutions * featured ingredient * resolutions are really goals * how to keep your resolutions * goal setting ideas * Top Tool If you love recipes, we have a vast searchable recipe library that you can access for only $5 per month. You can sign up and learn about all of our memberships here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/join-club-membership/] You can sign up for our email list and get five free recipes if you fill out the pop-up form here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] For the video format of this podcast go to my channel on Youtube  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew]- please like and subscribe. If you like what you're hearing, please leave a positive review on Podchasers.com [https://www.podchaser.com/] and your favorite podcast venues. Links mentioned in the episode: Bonicelli Cooking Club [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] Bonicelli YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew] Spiralizer [https://benable.com/cheflaura/cfa383e00dfbe2dcd559/details?detail_id=683779] In the next episode of Bending the Spoon, I'll talk about Superfoods!

Episode #7 -The Importance of Holiday Cooking Traditions

Title: The Importance of Holiday Cooking Traditions Introduction:  Do you have a favorite holiday cooking tradition? Are some of your family's traditions being lost - or resurrected? We'll talk about that and much more in this episode of Bending the Spoon. Bio: With over 13 years of professional cooking experience with her meal delivery and catering business and restaurant, Chef Laura founded Bonicelli Cooking Club in 2018. She brings professional cooking techniques and knowledge, great recipes, and inspiration to home cooks and food lovers everywhere. She is known for her love, support, and advocacy for local, organic, and well-sourced food, as well as her expertise in navigating dietary preferences and issues. Timestamps * [00:00] - Intro * [01:01] - The many holiday cooking traditions I grew up with * [04:32] - Featured ingredient * [06:09] - Favorite traditions now * [08:22] - Tip of the week * [10:17] - Audience family cooking traditions shared * [14:15] - Top Tool * [16:10] - Isn't everyone Italian? Key Takeaways * holiday cooking traditions I come from * featured ingredient * audience holiday cooking traditions * why cooking traditions are important * a simple homemade stocking stuffer * Top Tool If you love recipes, we have a vast searchable recipe library that you can access for only $5 per month. You can sign up and learn about all of our memberships here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/join-club-membership/] You can sign up for our email list and get five free recipes if you fill out the pop-up form here! [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] For the video format of this podcast go to my channel on Youtube  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew]- please like and subscribe. If you like what you're hearing, please leave a positive review on Podchasers.com [https://www.podchaser.com/] and your favorite podcast venues. Links mentioned in the episode: Bonicelli Cooking Club [https://bonicellicookingclub.com/] Bonicelli YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4tavvc2HNNw8p3uM5NwGew] Wilton Cookie Press [https://benable.com/cheflaura/cfa383e00dfbe2dcd559/details?detail_id=663799] In the next episode of Bending the Spoon, "Have Yourself A Merry Stress-Free Christmas", Chef Laura discusses her methods for controlling stress and creating a harmonious holiday experience.