The Empty Nest Kitchen

Working with puff pastry is a breeze if you know the tips and tricks to get you from freezer to oven in puffy, crispy, flaky goodness. This week we're talking all things puff pastry, from how's it's made to techniques that insure puffy success. We'll even talk about how to make the most of frozen puff to turn it into a delightful dinner or delectable dessert, in a flash! YouTub...

This week Deb King from Deb's Artisan Bakehouse and I are talking pastries, why food IS love if you're the cook, and how her terrific bakery got started. If you've ever wondered how she creates a menu or what it's like to have a menu full of choices and options every week, this episode is the one for you. Follow Christine Van Bloem on Instagram @theemptynestkitchen and on Faceb...

Laurie Boucher calls herself a Pastapreneur, but I call her the Pasta Queen. Laurie's dedication to all things pasta on her Instagram account, @BaltimoreHomeCook , will leave you not only hungry, but ready to make your own pasta! A former attorney, Laurie has jumped into pasta-making full steam ahead. You can find her delicious hand-formed pasta at Cafe Campli in Baltimore or her Sardinian pa...

Tinned fish is all the rage, and a great way to spend some time with friends and neighbors, or even for a quick dinner for one or two. Here's you'll find info on getting started in your own tinned fish era, with places to shop for the highest quality product, the accompaniments you'll want to include, and even a few extras to add on your board. Plus, I'll introduce you to my ve...

This week I'm talking with Heather Tydings, the owner of Own Your Evolution. Heather is a practicing psychotherapist and life coach. Listen as we jam out on empty nest women, mental wellness, food, fun, and travel.   A travel loving foodie, Heather is also a lifetime vegetarian, triple Capricorn, mama bear, wife, friend, and celebrator of all good things in life.  You can find Heather at owny...

We're talking salt today! Don't know the difference between table and kosher, or Morton's or Diamond Crystal? I'm here to help! Follow Christine Van Bloem on Instagram @theemptynestkitchen and on Facebook @emptynestkitchen Learn more about Menopause Meal Plans Sign up for my FREE 10 Essential Tools for the Empty Nest Kitchen

Follow Christine Van Bloem on Instagram @theemptynestkitchen and on Facebook @emptynestkitchen Learn more about Menopause Meal Plans Sign up for my FREE 10 Essential Tools for the Empty Nest Kitchen