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041: Mindful Foodies: Eating Smart, Wasting Nothing with Janet Irizarry

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Episode Description:

“I want to create a world of mindful foodies. I don't see this as a little project. I see this as something big.” —Janet Irizarry

Every bite we take is a vote for the planet's future, and our children are the most powerful voters we have. By modeling mindful eating to them, we can transform how future generations understand and respect the journey of their food.

Janet Irizarry is a culinary innovator and passionate educator who has dedicated her professional life to reshaping how families approach food sustainability. As an instructor at the Culinary Institute of America and founder of The MMK Method, she bridges culinary expertise with environmental consciousness.

Listen as Justine and Janet unpack the secrets of reducing household food waste, creative strategies for involving kids in mindful eating, insights about food storage and preservation, the profound environmental impact of conscious consumption, and practical, joy-filled approaches to transforming kitchen habits that benefit both families and the planet.

Meet Janet:

Janet Irizarry, M.Ed, is the founder of the My Mindful Kitchen (MMK) Method, a program dedicated to fostering mindful eating, sustainability, and well-being. With a Master’s in Education from Arizona State University and extensive experience in teaching, instructional design, and hospitality, she develops impactful courses at The Culinary Institute of America and advocates for food sustainability as Editor of Hudson Valley EATS. Passionate about reducing food waste, Janet collaborates with initiatives like Food Waste Prevention Week and inspires positive change through education, community engagement, and her innovative MMK Method.

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Episode Highlights:

03:26 Raising the Next Generation of Mindful Foodies

05:44 The MMK Method

10:52 Practical Tips for Reducing Food Waste

15:57 The Role of Mindfulness and Family Involvement

26:23 The Impact of the MMK Method

31:55 Creating at Home Change

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Episode Description:

“I want to create a world of mindful foodies. I don't see this as a little project. I see this as something big.” —Janet Irizarry

Every bite we take is a vote for the planet's future, and our children are the most powerful voters we have. By modeling mindful eating to them, we can transform how future generations understand and respect the journey of their food.

Janet Irizarry is a culinary innovator and passionate educator who has dedicated her professional life to reshaping how families approach food sustainability. As an instructor at the Culinary Institute of America and founder of The MMK Method, she bridges culinary expertise with environmental consciousness.

Listen as Justine and Janet unpack the secrets of reducing household food waste, creative strategies for involving kids in mindful eating, insights about food storage and preservation, the profound environmental impact of conscious consumption, and practical, joy-filled approaches to transforming kitchen habits that benefit both families and the planet.

Meet Janet:

Janet Irizarry, M.Ed, is the founder of the My Mindful Kitchen (MMK) Method, a program dedicated to fostering mindful eating, sustainability, and well-being. With a Master’s in Education from Arizona State University and extensive experience in teaching, instructional design, and hospitality, she develops impactful courses at The Culinary Institute of America and advocates for food sustainability as Editor of Hudson Valley EATS. Passionate about reducing food waste, Janet collaborates with initiatives like Food Waste Prevention Week and inspires positive change through education, community engagement, and her innovative MMK Method.

Website

LinkedIn

Facebook

Instagram

Connect with NextGen Purpose:

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

YouTube

Episode Highlights:

03:26 Raising the Next Generation of Mindful Foodies

05:44 The MMK Method

10:52 Practical Tips for Reducing Food Waste

15:57 The Role of Mindfulness and Family Involvement

26:23 The Impact of the MMK Method

31:55 Creating at Home Change

  continue reading

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