On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about food and cooking with Aaron Hamburger, Babette Pepaj, and CW Silverberg. Aaron is a food writer, baker, and novelist; Babette is founder of Bakespace/BakeBot and co-founder of TastyUpdate.com; and CW is host of “Schmoozing & Cruising” and “Tripping Kosher.” The trio swaps food stories and recipes, as well as cooking and baking tips. Happy Holidays!

Favorite Appliance

- CW: Waffle maker

- Aaron: Stand mixer, tool: chocolate dipper, embossed rolling pin

- Babette: Water kettle, egg maker

Easiest Fancy Dish

- CW: Roast chicken

- Aaron: Spinach pie

- Babette: Soda bread

Goals

- Aaron: There is nothing sadder than brownie mix. Stock your pantry with the basics, and you can make so many things. Upgrade the food you have on hand

- Babette: Start your day with a clear head. Don’t leave your dishes overnight

- CW: Learn the fundamentals, roast a chicken. Make chicken in your waffles

Final Thoughts

- Babette: Make 2025 your best year ever

- CW: Transcend the noise and just be happy

- Aaron: You cannot fight darkness with more darkness, you need to shine light on it

Learn More About:

Aaron Hamburger: AaronHamburger.com

Babette Pepaj: BakeSpace.com

CW Silverberg: TrippingKosher.com

Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog

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