Ep 29. Interview with No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents Founder Milly Fyfe

End of Year Review

In this reflective episode, I look back on a year of podcasting, sharing insights from various guests on topics such as nutrition, children's eating habits, and the importance of real food. Plus I make an announcement.

Ep 30. Surviving the Christmas Chaos

Silly season is upon us and hungry mouths still need feeding.  In this episode I share a few ideas on how to get through the busy days ahead at mealtime and to ease the pressure we put ourselves under in December.  I hope it helps!  Here is the link to the episode recorded last year about preparing for Christmas. https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d69c1c49-e003-4f70-90c4-f019ccb33d91/Episode-5-FINAL.mp3 [https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d69c1c49-e003-4f70-90c4-f019ccb33d91/Episode-5-FINAL.mp3] If you have a question or tips to share you can send them through to  notpastaagain@hotmail.com [notpastaagain@hotmail.com] Connect through my social channels  The facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/] Following me on Instagram my_food_for_thought_ [https://www.instagram.com/my_food_for_thought_/] Find out about me at myfoodforthought.co.uk

Ep 29. Interview with No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents Founder Milly Fyfe

I have a guest joining me this week - Milly Fyfe, a passionate advocate for food education and sustainability. Milly shares her journey as a farmer's wife and social entrepreneur and the work she does in connecting families with locally sourced, whole foods. Through her community interest company, she runs workshops that educate children and families about the farm-to-fork journey and seasonal produce. Milly discusses the challenges we  face in meal preparation and the convenience of frozen vegetables, while also highlighting the positive impact her workshops have on participants' understanding of food.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mily Fyfe and Her Mission 02:51 The Importance of Connecting with Food 06:07 Challenges of Modern Parenting and Food Choices 08:47 The Role of Convenience in Food Preparation 14:51 Workshops at The Countryside Kitchen 17:58 Engaging Children with Food Education 20:46 Seasonality and Sustainability in Food 24:08 The Impact of Workshops on Participants 29:48 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts

Ep 28. Action Points to Ease Overwhelm in the Kitchen

Overwhelm in the kitchen is a common experience.  I revisit the theme of kitchen overwhelm and how to manage it effectively. I feel it is important to recognise pressure points in meal prep so this episode offers practical solutions to ease the cooking process. By reframing success in the kitchen and utilising available tools, we can reduce stress and create a more enjoyable cooking experience. If you have a question or tips to share you can send them through to  notpastaagain@hotmail.com [notpastaagain@hotmail.com] Connect through my social channels  The facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/] Following me on Instagram my_food_for_thought_ [https://www.instagram.com/my_food_for_thought_/] Find out about me at myfoodforthought.co.uk [https://myfoodforthought.co.uk] Chapters 00:00 Understanding Kitchen Overwhelm 03:48 Identifying Pressure Points 05:33 Easing Decision Fatigue 06:41 Navigating Meal Prep Pressure 08:59 Easing Mealtime Overwhelm 11:06 The Reset Routine: Closing the Kitchen

Ep 27. Being Adventurous In The Kitchen

Let’s try and be adventurous and brave in the kitchen.  I share a few ideas to encourage you to give things a try without worrying about failure and shifting your mindset towards trying something new.   If you have a question or tips to share you can send them through to  notpastaagain@hotmail.com [notpastaagain@hotmail.com] Connect through my social channels  The facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/] Following me on Instagram my_food_for_thought_ [https://www.instagram.com/my_food_for_thought_/] Find out about me at myfoodforthought.co.uk