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The Empty Nest KitchenAuthor: Christine Van Bloem
Welcome to The Empty Nest Kitchen with Christine Van Bloem, where we're finding fun in the kitchen and navigating life after the kids have flown the coop. Join Christine around her kitchen table as we delve into insightful conversations with fellow empty nest women about navigating careers, side hustles, and the joys of food and cooking. Whether you're embarking on a new chapter or seeking inspiration for your next culinary adventure, tune in for stories, tips, and laughter from women just like you. Language: en-us Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Cooking, Culture, and Connection with Paula Mohammed
Episode 55
Tuesday, 30 September, 2025
This week, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Paula Mohammed from In My Kitchen with Paula. Paula and I share a love of good food, connection, and exploring different cultures.Paula told me all about how she started In My Kitchen back in 2018 to bring people together and celebrate traditional recipes. We also talked about her podcast, where she shares amazing culinary stories from cooks all over the world. One of my favorite parts of our chat was hearing how online cooking experiences unexpectedly took off during the pandemic—and how food continues to be such a powerful way to connect.We got into everything from the joy of learning from passionate home cooks, to navigating cultural appropriation in the kitchen, to dreaming up future online classes we’d love to co-host. I can’t wait for you to hear this one—it’s all about food as a bridge, and the magic that happens when we gather around a meal.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:12 Paula's Podcast Journey02:20 Cultural Connections Through Food03:33 Challenges and Pivots05:34 Exploring Iranian Culture08:10 Food as a Cultural Bridge21:17 Building Connections Through Virtual Classes23:11 The Joy of Cooking Together Online25:51 Acts of Kindness and Culinary Stories29:38 Cultural Appreciation in Cooking36:16 Final Thoughts and Community EngagementYou can find Paula at www.exploreinmykitchen.compod on all major platforms: inmykitchenwithpaulaIG: @inmykitchenpaula Follow Christine Van Bloem on Instagram @theemptynestkitchen and on Facebook @emptynestkitchen Learn more about Menopause Meal Plans Sign up for my FREE 10 Essential Tools for the Empty Nest Kitchen
