It's time to celebrate another great season and to do so, I'm sitting down to reflect on our great guests as well as answer questions from you the listeners all about Meal Prepping. So get ready to take a trip down memory lane and learn some fabulous new tips and tricks to make your meal planning a little easier with yours truly.Thanks for supporting The Sensible Foodie for two seasons! Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Registered dietitian gone farmer Sarah Smith is on the podcast this week to share her story behind her Pastel Pumpkins Company. As two dietitians we can't help but discuss the value of increasing people's variety of fruits and vegetables. We also talk about how her fabulous pumpkins are not only beautiful but also edible. We even throw in a few recipe ideas to inspire you this episode. If you want to find out where to get these fabulous pumpkins be sure to check out Pastel Pumpkins here: Instagram: @pastelpumpkincoSupport the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Bartender, mixologist and sous chef Aaron Male is here this week serving up advice on how to elevate your cocktail experiences. We discuss what the latest trends are, how to pair your cocktails with your meals, signs of good and bad cocktails as well as helpful tips for elevating your mixing game at home. So pour yourself your favorite drink and sip and savor this wonderful discussion about all things cocktail and mixology. Be sure to drink responsibly!To follow Aaron Male, be sure to check him out on Instagram at: @aaron_the_barmanSupport the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Mental Health Counsellor Liz Page is at the dinner table this week to help us better understand the role our childhood has in our relationship with food as adults.  We get into everything from body image, food scarcity to how our own role modeling and the modeling of our parents leaves a real imprint on us. All is not lost though as Liz has some great tips to make meaningful change both for ourselves and the next generation to improve our relationship with food and ourselves. If you would like some great resources on children's mental health  please check out this website: https://cmho.org/Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

This episode had me feeling so many things! Registered Psychotherapist Bob Tees takes us on a wonderful journey through a conversation about life, love, death and the journey we all take when we lose those that mean the most to us. Bob and I dig deep into our own losses and experiences as well as our different points of view as healthcare providers in caring for the bereaved. We also come up with a great plan for "grief casseroles". Tune in, but keep the tissues close by!To learn more about Bob Tees and the great work that he does, be sure to check out his website: https://forthemoment.ca/ Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

The resilient can make lemonade from lemons and Emily O'Brien can make second chances from popcorn. Emily O'Brien is the creator of Comeback Snacks. Emily pops by The Sensible Foodie and shares about her life journey that landed her in federal prison but ultimately inspired her popcorn empire that is giving the formerly incarcerated a second chance at life. Emily shares the realities faced by those in prison, the stigmas that lead to unhelpful cycles in our systems all while peppering in some fantastic food puns. This is an episode you definately don't want to miss!If you would like to learn more about Emily and her tasty snacks, be sure to check out below:https://comebacksnacks.com/Instagram: @comebacksnacksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/comebacksnacksSupport the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Registered dietitian, fellow podcast host, online content writer and just overall fabulous human being Julia Zakrzewski and I get into the dirty details about nutrition misinformation in todays episode. While it's a lot of fun working in an ever evolving field, Julia shares the hard work that goes into staying current and accurate in the nutrition sciences and gives some great pearls of advice on how to combat the never ending misinformation we face in our everyday lives online. If you would like to learn more about Julia, be sure to check here out here:freelancedietitian.comSupport the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Can I just say, my takeaway from this episode was I really just wanted take away after talking to Matt Kershaw? Matt is the Executive Chef of The Other Bird restaurant group. He has a deep passion for creative cooking that has been featured on a variety of reality cooking shows including Chopped Canada and Fire Masters.  In this episode, Matt serves up some hard truths about the challenges the restaurant industry is currently facing as well as shines as he talks about his love for creating new dishes and the self expression that every chef wants to plate up for us. Be sure to check out his fabulous restaurants: https://www.otherbird.com/ Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Our first episode of the new season features the brilliant Mariya Petrova a senior scientist and scientific researcher based out of the Netherlands. Mariya has dedicated her life to developing our understanding of probiotics.  In this episode we deep dive into what probiotics actually are, how to identify the best options and what we can do to support a healthy gut microbiome and keep our digestion on track. Probiotics are all the rage so join us at the dinner table and get your fill of these wonderous microbes!To learn more about Mariya, be sure to check out her website as well as her social media channels below:Website: https://www.mip-consultancy.com/Twitter: @Mariya_iPetrovaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariya-ivanova-petrova-186720103Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

It's the final episode of the season and we have a special treat for you to celebrate! This episode is dedicated to cooking and the comedy that can come from learning how to do it. Enjoy hilarious tales from all of our Season 1 guests as they dish about their own cooking disasters to make you laugh as well as help you feel like maybe there is hope for all of us out there in the kitchen. We will be back with season 2 in a couple of months. Be sure to follow all The Sensible Foodie socials to be up to date on new episodes. The Sensible Foodie on Facebook, sensiblefoodie.ca and @sensiblefoodiekate on Instagram.Thanks for a great season! Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Food research and development expert Kaitlyn Smale and I dig in on the science of how we taste and how our favorite snack foods are developed to tickle our taste buds. Listen to me try to come to terms with my own adventurous foodie identity while Kaitlyn lays out the cold hard tasty truth about how our human brains are hardwired. We reminisce about some foods and trends we loved and others we hated. See if you agree! At the end I throw in a few taste challenges. Send me a message on Instagram and let me know if you tried any of them! @sensiblefoodiekateSupport the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Melt it, shred it, heck just hand me the block. Cheese is an iconic and beloved food all around the world. Cecilia Smith is professional fromager, lecturer and professional cheese taster (seriously, she's got the certification to prove it!).  Cecilia takes me on a very cheesy journey on the history, trends and tips for getting the most out of your cheese plate. So get your wine and cheese plate ready, you're going to get hungry listening to this episode!Learn more about Cecilia Smith here: https://cheesebycecilia.com/team/cecilia-smith/ Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Menopause is a universal and inevitable part of the aging process, yet rarely gets much attention leaving women to figure it out on their own. My guest Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, pharmacist and certified menopause practitioner is hoping to change that. Dragana feeds me the hard facts and while it's a little shocking, it also gives me hope.  Feed your mind with this episode and hopefully walk away feeling a bit more empowered.Learn more from this fabulous lady on instagram @probioticdrSupport the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

In Canada, 2% of the population lives with traumatic brain injuries which includes concussions, and there are 18,000 hospitalizations for traumatic brain injuries each year. Krystal Merrels, registered dietitian, has made it a part of her career mission to provide support to this population after her own personal journey lead her to realize there just wasn't enough information out there on what helps and harms the brain in the journey to recovery. Maybe you are dealing with your own brain recovery or maybe you have a loved one experiencing challenges. Either way, Krystal's story will leave you feeling inspired with some great first steps to help with your own recovery or helping those silently in need of your support.Learn more about Krystal and her great work here: https://kjmnutrition.com/ Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

This is a jam packed episode all about how our food is made. I sit down with Justin Abiss, an entrepreneur dedicated to making a difference in the food system. He teaches me all about how coffee is grown and produced and the meaningful impacts understanding our food system can have. This episode is inspiring and leads to a lot of potentially catchy bumper sticker slogans. #sexyfarmers anyone?Be sure to check out Justin's great businesses https://coffeecology.ca/ and https://www.mrktbox.com/Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Registered Dietitian Jen Bolus and I sit down for a heart to heart about diet culture, the diet industry and reflect on the never ending diet cycle that so many of us get lost in. Maybe you have tried dieting or maybe you are on one now. If so, this episode is worth a listen as Jen shines a light on some of the less than fabulous side effects of restrictive dieting and provides some great insight on how we might start to break cycle and the war on our bodies and food. Be sure to check more out about Jen Bolus here: https://jenniferbolus.com/ or on Instagram @mindbodysouldietitianSupport the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Join me as I sit down with chef Warren Lobo the banker gone baker as he shares his exciting journey to becoming a chef and how he strives to embed a variety of traditional foods and dishes from all cultures into his culinary education programs. You'll hear some mouth watering stories about traditional Goa cooking and get a really insightful perspective about why it's so importance to find ways to keep our roots alive in the kitchen. If you would like to learn more about Warren or even enjoy one of his classes. Be sure to check him out here: https://www.gfood.ca/Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support

Join foodie and registered dietitian Kate Park as she sits down with a host of experts in the nutrition, culinary and foodie culture world to explore how food impacts all the areas of our lives. Delve deeper into the latest foodie crazes, build a new appreciation for some of your favorite foods, learn about the power food can have on your mental, emotional and physical health and more! Laugh, learn and connect a little deeper to one of life's greatest pleasures: Food! Support the showFollow updates on the podcast at sensiblefoodie.ca or on instagram @sensiblefoodiekateIf you enjoy what you hear, you can also support this podcast by becoming a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108586/support