Create Your Path Podcast

In spirit of the World Chocolate Masters happening last weekend, just wanted to chat a little bit about that competition, and thoughts on what it means to compete. For chocolatiers, this is like our futbol! Was really fun to watch; had so many thoughts about different things, and loved seeing the different competitiors' visions for TMRW. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...

Very raw podcast on dealing with failure. As an entrepreneur, or even just a human being in general, failure comes with the process.  There have been many times throughout my career where I've "failed," and each time has gotten easier, I think, primarily because I've learned how to process failure and how to grow from it. Such a juicy episode! Also, if you'd like to catch...

If you want to be truly successful, you have to know what is meant for you.  This podcast episode is going deep on recognizing what we truly want, and how by shifting our perspective a bit, we can see how the track we're on is or is not indeed meant for us....meaning will or will not serve us in the best way for our highest chocolate desires. Talking alignment in today's "I Heart Ch...

That title kinda hits, doesn't it? Here is the simple truth of it. If you feel called to share your story, your message, or do something in this world, DON'T hold back for fear or anything else BECAUSE it isn't all about YOU. There is a reason you think the thoughts you think.  There is a reason you got turned on to chocolate. There is a reason you have this big dream inside of YOU....

Life is what you make of it. You get to create your reality, I'm a huge believer of that, and I've seen it happen not just for me, but for countless others.  It's one of the greatest inspirations to witness because IT is possible. IT being: The dream The vision The chocolate goals EVERYTHING. On a high vibe for today's podcast. If you needed a sign to freakin DO, give this one...

Hey chocolate friends! In today's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast", we're recapping the LA Chocolate Salon...sharing some info about things that happened prior to the Salon, how the event went itself, what it was like speaking to a crowd for the first time, and the aftermath. Joined by none other than the hubs, Bruno Codinha, tune in! This is a public episode. If you would like to d...

If you're struggling with social media, give this podcast episode a listen. Three quick tips why social media comes easily for me, and I hope it really makes it easier for you too! For a more in-depth approach, join the Social Media Made Simple Masterclass happening Sept 29-30th 10 AM pst https://www.codinhachocolatementorship.com/offers/2benW5jn This is a public episode. If you would like to...

In this week's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast", I got to chat with my friend Cody Marwine of Perfect Truffle and talk all things chocolate flavors. How many flavors do you do? How do you come up with the flavors? Do you think about what the audience likes more vs. what you personally like? These were just a few of the topics we covered in the chat. Very insightful for the aspiring choco...

I am forever a fan of good-hearted people who do what they do well. Danrochelle is a writer and the creator of Meet the 818, an online publication in which she shares about local small businesses in the 818 Valley (aka San Fernando Valley). I wanted to interview her to gain her perspective from a writer's POV of how businesses have shifted ever since the pandemic, what got her into writing, a...

Master Chocolatier, Pastry Chef, Author, Kriss Harvey is one of the most influential chefs of our time. It was super cool to be able to chat with him about his beginnings, his familial influences in pastry and chocolate, and how his perspective on life and the industry is in a constant state of growing and looking at what really matters. You can learn some of his recipes in his ebook "True Co...

In this week's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast", I got to chat with Ginger Elizabeth of Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates.  I've been seeing her more on social media, and after reading her background story, I knew I had to talk with her. She is a mom of 3, pastry chef, chocolatier, and business owner, and handling everything like a freakin BOSS. Definitely give this podcast episode a list...

Hey chocolate friends! It's my birthday! Another raw and celebratory podcast as I reflect back on the last year of life and what I look forward to in the future. Thanks for listening :) If you would be so kind as to rate and review, that would put the cherry on top of my amazing bday! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus epi...

Bruno teases me ALL the time because my life before chocolate was all about academics. Top schools, top of the class, all to end up being a chocolatier. (Which didn't exactly provide for me very well until recently). Anyways, in today's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast", I wanted to share some life lessons I took with me that not only helped me on my way to top of the class, but help...

Wow wow wow.  Coming from a childhood of movies and tv shows being watched A LOT, I always have a deep appreciation for when a movie or tv show moves me. And "The Bear" on FX/Hulu definitely did that. It was raw, loud, dramatic, insightful, and yet had really tender moments that made it more than just depicting the crazy chaos of a kitchen.  A very candid podcast on "The Bear."...

Had a pleasure to chat with Mitch and Jenny of Truman Chocolates, a husband wife duo who has been in business for 16 years! They share how they got started, navigating their business through the pandemic, and some solid business advice for the aspiring entrepreneur. I loved hearing their story and how simple they look at things: enjoy the journey ,don't be afraid to fail, and don't be af...

Let's talk SALES. In this episode, breaking it down as to what selling really means in chocolate business.  And no, it's not just cash in the register, ka-ching, ka-ching. It starts way before that. It starts with YOU.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tinacodinha.substack.com

Experience is going to be your greatest teacher, so may as well make sure you're getting the best possible experience. A chef of mine told me it was important to seek out the best. I took that literally. And I do believe it makes a huge difference. If you're trying to learn chocolate and become something, not only do you need to believe in yourself. You've got to take action to push...

You can't know what you possibly are going to transform into. Not 100% Today's podcast was inspired a bit by Hollywood movie magic, a bit by my own experience, and a bit by what I'm seeing a lot of today: people freakin' out about every little thing on the journey. Trust. Breathe. Repeat. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...

Copycats, ick. Am I right? This is a topic we see so often and I know it can get under our skin, but it doesn't have to.  We have the power to do something. And also a quick check: ask yourself what these feelings are bringing up for you. Why do you feel so bothered by this copycat?  Talking about copycats and how to deal with them in today's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast." This i...

Hey y'all, a very raw podcast for today on the topic of being a woman, a wife, a mom, and a business owner all in one. Something about that saying, "You can have it all but not all at once" really got to me, and I don't like it. Sharing my thoughts on the topic and how I foresee my own future and my own goals WHILE being a wife and a mom in today's "I Heart Chocolate...

What's the first thing you need to think about when building your business? Besides the obvious paperwork, knowing how to work with chocolate, and the functional things... BUILD YOUR AUDIENCE. Don't launch and let success slip away because you didn't prepare properly for it. Connection is what it's all about. Quality connection leads to success. Deep diving on this in today&apo...

The road of entrepreneurship can get very lonely. It calls for a serious work ethic, dedication, sacrifice, sweat, blood, tears, joy, euphoria, panic, pain, all mixed into one. For your mental health, for the simple joy of sharing something so personal to you, for having someone to lean on during the hard times, a strong support system is key. In today's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast",...

True story: biggest pet peeve has probably gotta be entitlement. As a millenial myself, I hate hearing about entitlement and yet, we see it all the time, right? People who are too eager to be successful but don't want to put the actual hard work in to earn it....entitled little buggers! Anways, in today's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast", talking about entitlement and what that may...

In this week's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast", I am catching up with my former co-worker and fellow alumni of the Art Institute in San Diego, owner and chocolatier of Just Ron Chocolate, Aaron Salvador. Aaron shares how he got started in the chocolate industry, how his small business has changed and grown over the years, and what it's like setting up new roots in Washington DC. It...

Hey chocolate friends! In this week's "I Heart Chocolate Podcast" episode, I sat down and chatted with Kate Holowchik, Owner and Creator behind Lionheart Confections, fellow Leo, speaker of the truth, and all around bad-ass pastry chef. I have been following Kate for quite a while on social media and always found her honesty in regards to the culinary industry, mental health, runnin...