Coffee with the Chicken Ladies

In this episode we spotlight the heritage breed Chantecler chicken.  We have a Broody Report from Fiona @theflooflady , give lots of helpful pointers for designing your coops and runs, make meringue Pavlova shells, and have fun shopping for coop signs. Chantecler Fanciers International Club https://www.chantecler.club/ Livestock Conservancy Breeders Directory https://livestockconservancy.org/index...

In episode 28 we spotlight the lovely Swedish Isbar chicken, check in with Fiona @theflooflady for a Broody Hen Report, learn all about the hen's amazing reproductive system, share Chrisie's favorite egg salad recipe, and chat with Teddi, the wonderful artist behind Therapy Chickens Art. American Silverudd's Blue Association https://www.silveruddsblue.org/ Greenfire Farms - Isbar ht...

In this episode we spotlight the beautiful Wyandotte chicken - recently featured on USPS Heritage Breed Stamps - and chat a bit about the USPS/Livestock Conservancy Stamp Dedication ceremony at George Washington's Mount Vernon. We have a broody hen update from Fiona @theflooflady, learn all about eggs and eggshells, share Chrisie's Southwestern Shrimp Cobb Salad recipe, and have a few la...

In this episode we spotlight Jersey Giant chickens, hold a roundtable discussion on finding a vet for your chickens with Fiona @theflooflady , talk charcuterie board fun with eggs, and review Spalding Fly Predators. National Jersey Giant Club http://nationaljerseygiantclub.com/ Livestock Conservancy Breeder's Directory https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/breeders-dire...

In this episode we spotlight the lovely, myth-shrouded Barred Plymouth Chicken. We interview Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily. Lisa shares her delicious recipe for Eggs Benedict and tells us all the details on her new cookbook, available February, 2022. Cracking the Eggs - Classic Eggs Benedict https://www.fresheggsdaily.blog/2012/01/eggs-benedict.html Lisa Steele's Books on Amazon As Amazon A...

In this episode we spotlight the sweetly unusual Scots Dumpy chicken,  have a roundtable discussion with Fiona the Floof Lady about chick/pullet integration into existing flocks, chat about traditional Italian pasta and eggs, and review the fantastic  JoRetro shop's vintage chicken homewear and accessories. Breed Spotlight - Scots Dumpy Chicken Sandhill Preservation Center - Scots Dumpies htt...

In this episode we spotlight the beautiful Buckeye chicken, give our tips for making chicken safe gardens, share our recipe for strawberry baked french toast, and chat with Ellen of @fab4hens about vintage hens on nest dishes. American Buckeye Poultry Club http://www.americanbuckeyepoultryclub.com/ American Buckeye Club http://www.americanbuckeyeclub.org/Home_Page.html Strawberry Baked French Toas...

In this episode we cover the Dorking chicken, discuss when/where/why we take chicks outside, chat about throwing our 5,000 Download Chicken Garden Party, share our fantastic Lemon Curd recipe, and get some retail therapy with vintage chicken teapots. Dorking Breeders Club of North America Cracking the Eggs - Holly's Lemon Curd Support the show

In this episode we spotlight the Marans chicken, talk about making back up plans for chick hatching issues with @theflooflady , list our top 5 favorite heritage breed layers, share our recipe for a spring frittata, and enjoy some retail therapy with vintage deviled egg dishes. Marans Chicken Club USA https://maranschickenclubusa.com/ The Marans Club (US) https://themaransclub.com/ The Marans Club...

In this episode we talk about the big and beautiful Brahma chicken, discuss the whys and the best ways to set up a broody coop with @theflooflady , celebrate the art of the scrambled egg, and give our honest review of Eaton Hemp Pet Bedding. American Brahma Club http://www.americanbrahmaclub.com/ The Brahma Club of Great Britain Facebook Group   https://www.facebook.com/The-Brahma-Club-of-Great-Br...

In this episode we talk about the all around wonderful Polish chicken, chat with @theflooflady about choosing the best rooster for your breeding program, and share lots of laughs with Christina from Baking with Chickens as she guides us through a donut recipe and the story of Dude, her rescue rooster. Breed Spotlight - Polish Chicken Livestock Conservancy's Breeders Directory   https://livest...

In this episode we cover the popular Welsummer chicken, chat with Fiona the Floof Lady about all of the reasons why you may want to breed chickens, make fresh egg noodles with our own eggs, and give our honest review of First Saturday Lime. English Country Life   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGzRPk4-weg4odbYNCjujJA English Country Life - Breeding Chickens   https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

In episode 17 we spotlight Easter Eggers and talk egg shell color, share our techniques for dying eggs with natural plant dyes, make delicious hash brown eggs nests for Easter brunch, and give the history of Mary Sue Easter Eggs! Hash Brown Egg Nests https://coffeewiththechickenladies.wordpress.com/farm-fresh-egg-recipes/hash-brown-egg-nests/ Mary Sue Candies   https://marysue.com/ We receive a sm...

In this episode we spotlight the very old and beautiful Old English Pheasant Fowl Chicken, have fun comparing US and UK chicken keeping, share our recipe for farm to table pasta carbonara, and give our honest review of Power by Coffee's Grounds bedding. Greenfire Farm - Old English Pheasant Fowl Chicken   https://greenfirefarms.com/pheasant_fowl.html  Fiona The Floof Lady 's YouTube chan...

The Chicken Ladies tell you everything you need to know about chicks - how they develop, where to find them, and what to do with them once you get them home.   Support the show

In episode #15 we spotlight the fabulous Crested Cream Legbar chicken, talk Avian Flu with our new International Correspondent Fiona , share our recipe for ridiculously good baked donuts, and review the Chicken Luv Box! Our Sponsor - Iowa Blue Organic Chicken Feed and Treats   https://iowabluefarm.com/ Cream Legbar Club https://creamlegbarclub.com/ Fiona's YouTube Channel - English Country Li...

In this episode we cover the fascinating and critically endangered Crevecoeur chicken, interview Jeannette Beringer about her own Crevecoeur breeding program and her path from veterinary technician to Head Zookeeper in Rhode Island to Senior Project Manager with the Livestock Conservancy, share our recipe for a basic springtime quiche, and review one of Holly's favorite supplements, Ropa Poul...

In this episode we cover the adorable Faverolles chicken, discuss rooster behavior, make  Chrisie's delicious potato vegetable soup, salt cure some egg yolks, and share our tips on collecting vintage roosters/chickens. Iowa Blue Farm Organic Chicken Feed and Treats   https://iowabluefarm.com/ Livestock Conservancy Breeder's Directory   https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/...

In Episode 12 we cover Silkies, House Chickens - including an interview with Jenny from @lipstickandchickens, Floating Island dessert, and Rai of @covidcluckers's comb pomade.  Iowa Blue Farm Feed and Treats   https://iowabluefarm.com/  Floating Islands   https://www.coffeewiththechickenladies.com/recipes/floating-islands Covid Cluckers' Pom Pom Comb Pomade   https://www.etsy.com/people/...

In this episode we cover the beautiful Speckled Sussex, chickens helping with therapy, a chocolate peanut butter tart, and our Top 5 Valentine's Day gifts for the chicken lover. Iowa Blue Farm Feed and Treats Breed Spotlight - Speckled Sussex Livestock Conservancy's Breeders Directory https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/breeders-directory My Pet Chicken https://w...

In this episode we cover the rare American breed Java chicken, what it takes to recover a rare breed, Vietnamese Egg Coffee, and the Baltimore Coffee and Tea Company. Iowa Blue Farm Chicken Treats and Feed https://iowabluefarm.com/ Breed Spotlight - Java Chicken, America's second oldest chicken. Livestock Conservancy Breeder's Directory https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage...

In this episode we cover -  Andalusian Chickens / Interview with Giene Keyes , author of  Click with your Chick  / Deviled Eggs 5 Ways Iowa Blue Farm Organic Feed and Treats https://iowabluefarm.com/ Breed Spotlight - Andalusian Chickens Livestock Conservancy Breeder's Directory https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/breeders-directory My Pet Chicken https://www.mypetchi...

In this episode we cover- Breed Spotlight Rhode Island Red Main Topic - Chicken Community/Mentors Cracking the Eggs Mayonnaise https://www.coffeewiththechickenladies.com/recipes/mayonnaise Retail Therapy Soulful Chickens https://www.instagram.com/soulfulchickens/ Support the show

In Episode 7 we cover: Iowa Blue Chicken First Aid Kits for Chickens Egg Custard/Pie Fluffy Layers Iowa Blue Farm Treats https://iowabluefarm.com/ Breed Spotlight Iowa Blue Chicken Club https://www.iowabluechickenclub.com/ Sandhill Preservation Center https://www.sandhillpreservation.com/chickens Main Topic - Chicken First Aid Kit Vet Wrap Rolled Gauze Gauze Pads Craft Sticks White Bandaging Tape...

In Episode 6 we cover: Cochins Treats and Winter Nutrition for your Chickens Mushrooms and Greens with Baked Eggs The Henfluencer Main Topic Iowa Blue Farm Treats https://iowabluefarm.com/ Sprout People https://sproutpeople.org/ Cracking the Eggs Baked Eggs with Mushrooms and Greens https://www.coffeewiththechickenladies.com/recipes/baked-eggs-with-mushrooms-and-greens Retail Therapy The Henfluenc...