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Kitchen Table Talks

Welcome to Kitchen Table Talks! Let’s chat about Mental Health Wellness, food, cooking, and more at my kitchen table

A Mother’s Day Short Essay

Sunlight streamed through the window today, a familiar warmth washing over me as I opened the blinds and curtains. It was Mom’s ritual, a simple act that always welcomed the morning light. It felt comforting, yet bittersweet. Mother’s Day always brings a mix of emotions. There’s love, of course, but also pain and questions that […]

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31 Days of Women 2024

Hey everyone! I’m so excited to share the video of my keynote speech from Sinclair College’s 31 Days of Women celebration. It’s called “Unveiling Your Inner Quintessence,” and it’s all about those amazing qualities that make us who we are. This speech is super close to my heart because I opened up about my own […]

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A Culinary Legacy: Learning from My Mom’s Kitchen

My mom, actually my grandmother who raised me, was an excellent cook and a true food lover. Her kitchen was typically filled with the delicious aromas of classic Louisiana cooking, but when it came to her personal tastes, she craved anything but the usual Southern fare. Most Saturdays, you’d find us parked in front of […]

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7 of my favorite flavor combos

Taysty Tips – 7 of My Favorite Flavor Combinations

Why Use Flavor Combinations? My seven favorite flavor combinations serve a specific purpose in my kitchen – to make cooking on the fly easier.  They are ingrained into my head and make whipping up a meal effortless.  I only have to decide which places I wish to delve into.  I draw inspiration from regions worldwide, […]

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