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July 15, 2025 45 mins

Sarah Burton hosts Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely, who share their journey from creating a podcast about food and stories to publishing a book, Family Tree, Food & Stories.

We discuss the significance of storytelling in cooking, the connections formed through family recipes, and the role of food in celebrations, particularly weddings. The conversation also touches on kitchen disasters, essential tools for newlyweds to include on their wedding registry, and the importance of family traditions in shaping culinary experiences. Throughout, they emphasize the joy and memories that food brings to our lives and a way to have important recipes all in one place, forever. 

 

Listen to learn more about:
  • 01:06 - Introduction to the Hosts and Their Journey
  • 02:52 - The Power of Storytelling in Food
  • 05:55 - Transitioning from Podcast to Book
  • 08:53 - Creating Family Recipes and Memories
  • 11:51 - The Role of Food in Weddings
  • 14:59 - Innovative Wedding Food Trends
  • 17:58 - Cakes, Traditions, and Personal Stories
  • 20:44 - Cultural Influences on Wedding Cuisine
  • 23:46 - Unique Wedding Toast Traditions
  • 29:00 - Food, Family, and Fun
  • 34:02 - Cooking Disasters and Family Recipes
  • 40:04 - Kitchen Essentials for Newlyweds
  • 44:32 - Favorite Kitchen Appliances and Rituals
  • 48:34 - Personal Stories and Family Traditions
 

Connect with Nancy & Sylvia:

Website: https://podcast.familytreefoodstories.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FamilyTreeFoodStories/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familytreefoodstories/ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-tree-food-stories/id1775529835  Link to purchase book: https://a.co/d/93xgfR9

Connect with Sarah:

Website:  www.simplylovestudio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplylovestudio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplylovestudio Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SimplyLoveLex/

How to work together:

If you’re getting married in the Lexington, Kentucky area and feel overwhelmed when it comes to preparing for your wedding, Simply Love Studio is here for you! Simply Love Studio is a free resource for couples at any stage of their wedding planning process and is funded by Lexington’s most preferred wedding vendors. Make an appointment in person or online with me, Sarah, today with my link! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases, if you use the link to purchase the book through the link above. 

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