Soul Kitchen
Soul Kitchen is where food meets healing. In this cozy corner of Embracing the Unseen, we explore the deep connection between nourishment and emotional well-being. From comforting recipes that hug you from the inside out to stories about the rituals, memories, and meaning behind what we eat, this column is a celebration of food as self-care. Whether you’re healing a broken heart, grounding yourself after a long day, or simply seeking joy in a homemade meal, Soul Kitchen invites you to slow down, savor, and reconnect—with your body, your roots, and your soul.
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Baking Joy: Homemade Lemon Poppyseed Muffins for Stress Relief
When I need some extra comforting, especially on days when emotions run high, I crave lemon poppyseed muffins. For me, it’s nostalgic, and more than just a dessert. It’s filled with memories and a little…
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Simple and Flavorful: Top Grocery Picks
Whenever I go to the grocery store, I try to pick out a few simple ingredients worthy of a meal. I’m usually not seeking out anything fancy or hard to make. I’m looking…
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The Comfort of Matzo Ball Soup
Growing up, I remember always going out to eat at Jerry’s Famous Deli. Every time my family and I went out to eat there, I ordered the same thing without hesitation. It was either their…
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Stress-Free Cooking: Easy Meal Ideas
Lately, I’ve been experiencing days where cooking feels more like a chore than a pleasure. My love for cooking is one of my greatest passions, and on days where I don’t have the energy…
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My Love-Hate Relationship with Meat
I’ve always loved meat. It’s what I grew up on, it’s what I’ve always known, and I eat it nearly every day. Personally, I find it comforting—the flavors, the familiarity, the nourishment. Meat has always been…
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Embracing December’s Dual Nature
I’ve always loved the month of December. There’s so much going on. You’ve got the holidays in full swing, the seasonal change from fall to winter, and the culmination of a year. It’s a perfect time…
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Top 3 Family Favorite Meals for Comfort
I think that family meals are some of the most comforting moments in life. Over the years, my family has narrowed down our weeknight favorites, the dishes we always look forward to, the kind…
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Celebrating Thanksgiving: Food, Family, and Gratitude
Thanksgiving has always been more than a holiday for me. It’s a gathering of flavors, memories, and moments that remind you what you’re grateful for. For me, so much of that feeling is built in…
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Emotional Connection Through Family Recipes
Food has always been more than nourishment for me — it’s memory, identity, and connection all on a plate. From the aromas that fill a kitchen to the flavors that spark a memory,…
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Celebrating Traditions with the Festival of Flavors
If I could invent a holiday, it would be dedicated to food. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again; food has always been beyond nourishment to me. Personally, I feel like it creates…
