Can you create delectable pasta without breaking the bank on fancy equipment? Join us as we unravel the secrets of handcrafted pasta with our special guest, Danny Loves Pasta, a viral sensation on TikTok and Instagram. Danny's journey from a lawyer to a pasta artisan is nothing short of inspiring, and he shares his tips for making gluten-free dough, crafting pasta art inspired by pop culture, and turning simple ingredients into colorful, flavorful masterpieces. You'll learn how to elevate your pasta game, whether you're a newbie or a seasoned cook, and discover the joy of making pasta an accessible and fun activity for everyone.

In this heartfelt episode, cooking becomes more than just a culinary task—it transforms into a medium for connection and memory-making. Danny shares how pasta-making became a therapeutic practice during the pandemic, helping him honor his Italian American roots and create new traditions. This conversation highlights how food brings us closer to our heritage and loved ones. Reflect on personal stories that emphasize the emotional richness of cooking with family and the lasting legacies built through shared meals.

Looking to host an unforgettable pasta-making party? We’ve got you covered! Tune in for practical tips on organizing a fun and interactive event, complete with step-by-step guidance on setting up workstations and selecting simple yet delicious recipes. We also explore creative pasta-making techniques, like using vegetable-infused doughs and unique fillings, to keep things exciting and fresh. Whether you're crafting a Beyoncé-inspired ravioli or sharing homemade ricotta with friends, this episode offers all the insights you need to make your next culinary adventure truly memorable.

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I always felt messy talking about loneliness in adulthood.

This past week I was just curious (even though I knew the answer) how many adults would say they feel lonely and long for friendship. 85% of people polled, hundreds and hundreds of people said YEP, ME! I  was not surprised...but surprised. It was hard to see those numbers, yet I was thankful for the honesty. It made me realize, it's time that we talk more about this.

Through this conversation we will be chatting through a conversation we've been having on our Instagram @gatherintentionalliving. What my loneliness in adulthood taught me about community and hospitality.

1: If you're lonely your not alone
2: We're all waiting for an invitation
3: People can be lonely in a crowd
4: It's possible you're not a great friend
5: Hospitality is a big part of the answer

If this conversation resonates with you we would love if you headed over to our page and left a comment to continue the conversation!

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Why Do We Stay?

Like you when I first read those words, I paused, and started to think.

Stephanie Quayle, Country Music Artist, shares her gripping, powerful personal story with others in the launch of her new book, to help others find freedom navigating toxic relationships. Through the tragic loss of her boyfriend, and the eye opening journey to healing, she was invited into an entirely new understanding of relationships, friendship, and navigating her own journey with self-worth and faith.

Though this rich conversation we will define narcissism and toxic relationships. The truth of 'potentializing' people, and learning to trust yourself again. Touching on how to be a friend to those we see going through dysfunction, and the reality of gossip- there's not a second of this conversation that won't leave you inspired.

Join us, as Stephanie and I laugh, virtually hug, and talk our way to freedom in this unforgettable conversation.

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I remember the early days of cooking videos hitting social media. Specifically I remember the few accounts that I gravitated towards. Ambitious Kitchen was one of them. Monique's approach to healthy, but flavor packed, recipes paired with her stunning studio won me over.

Over the years I have watched her platform grown to host a robust collection of recipes and attracted millions of loyal followers. I recently saw that she was preparing to launch her debut cookbook, and wanted to celebrate it by sharing it with all of you! The story told in this episode holds depth, pulls on your heartstrings and makes you fall in love even more with the Ambitious Kitchen platform:

Touching on finding joy in food after an eating disorder
The reason for the name "Ambitious Kitchen'
Grief, healing and celebrating the life of family members that have passed through cooking.
& new flavors and recipes to add to your collection to make this season crave worthy

This episode is a sweet one, and we can't wait to share it with you! Be sure to follow Monique, grab a copy of a book and leave a review to let us know what you thought of this conversation!

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& Get a copy of her book at http://ambitiouskitchen.com/cookbook

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Growing up, I wasn't exposed much to the world of antiquing or thrifting. I am your girl if you're looking for an incredible deal, but, knowing how to buy and repurpose previously loved pieces, not my strength. There is not a question that over the past few years, 'old made new' is not just  sustainable but a highly sought after design approach. I quickly came to learn that to dive into this conversation I had to call in the experts. 

Bo & Kyle of Woodward Throwbacks, don't just 'pick' like we've seen on TV show's like American Pickers, they hunt, dive, scout, whatever it takes to land the most unique pieces and materials. Through it all they refinish, restore, and create to make every space they design uniquely yours...and theirs. 

Join us in this conversation where we chat about how to salvage, where to find the unique pieces when you don't know where to start. Why it's so important that we incorporate unique elements and get intentional with the process. 

A little DIY, a little business, and a whole lot of chatting about home...you're going to love this conversation! 

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The Nester, Myquillen Smith, Has become a well loved source of design knowledge in the social media space. She has been on the list of our 'guests we want to have on the show' for a while now, and this episode was everything I knew it would be!

Just like speed dating, this episode goes through 20 'rules' for decorating that are listed in her new book, House Rules. When you hear those words you may think this conversation will be rigid, while actually It's the opposite. She approaches design, and encourages the everyday host, to learn the rules and then break them beautifully.
 
We chat through everything from
The early days of teaching on the internet
Lessons learned from living in 15 homes
20 design guidelines that you can adopt today
The difference between trending vs. trendy
& so much more! 

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Follow Myquillen at http://TheNester.com
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Where do you learn about cooking? This question hit me lately. If we look back, we learned the ins and outs of hosting and navigating the kitchen from our families, and things have rapidly, and drastically, changed. So quickly we resort to social media, and while it's a great source of inspiration, it's not a good teacher. This conversation with author and recipe developer Kat Lieu paints the pictorially beautiful of the important role family plays in the way we view food.

If you are anything like me Asian cuisine is comfort food. Not talking about quick Chinese take out but rather freshly steamed dim sum, a hot bowl of pho, congee when you're feeling under the weather, there's something about the authentic flavors that make your tastebuds feel home. This conversation walks us through the viral trends taking social media by storm, along with the flavors and techniques that characterize a modern Asian kitchen.

Join us for this conversation that will leave you wanting to evaluate the way you view generational food culture in your own family, and ready to sink your teeth into some mochi! 

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Or on Instagram, Here @subtleasian.baking @katlieu
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You invited new friends over for dinner...
...it went well
...and now you're thinking, NOW WHAT?

Don't wait another year to invite them over again. Instead listen to this!

So many of us are craving deeper connection through our hospitality. We are longing for friendships  but honestly- culture doesn't tell how the two fit together.

In this episode, we will chat through three ways to intentionally deepen connections that start first at your table.

Have a thought about this episode? Head on over to our instagram and join the conversation on our feed @Gatherintentionalliving

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Cancel culture, boundaries and gossip oh my!

Makes you kind of want to say, 'you know what...let's just cancel', I get it!

Culture is slowly but surely making more spaces for us to get honest about our relationships, and while it's an important step for so many of us, it still can seem uncertain and sometimes a little lonely. Courtney J Burg, author of Loyal to a Fault, joins me for this thought provoking, challenging and (hopefully!) healing conversation. We talk through various relational dynamics including:

What to do when you realize your friendships are built on gossip
Challenging female relationships
'Walking to your own island' What boundaries are not
Boundries as an introvert
Assertive communication
& so much more

Hospitality, community, and gathering can feel overwhelming when you consider all the relational dynamics. Join us in this conversation to give yourself a few tools for making it a bit more manageable.

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What if I told you that body image issues are not...actually about our body?
What if I told you that health is not solely about food and exercise?
What if we're getting it all wrong?
...and because of it our relationships are seeing the consequences?
...and because of it the way we 'show up' is being impacted.

This conversation with Heather Creekmore is gold mine. Author of the book 40-Day Body Image Workbook, her platform helps thousands of women around the world redefine the way the approach body image, stop comparing and find freedom.

Talking through everything from how various personality types view identity to how 'being in the kitchen' can be a form of control - through this conversation we will get to the heart of overcoming body issues once and for all.

Looking to snag the iced neck ring that Heather talks about? Snag yours here!
Follow Heather at her website: improvebodyimage.com

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