In this episode, I'm sharing the story of how Home Cooked Stories came to be. It's a little peek behind the mic that I've wanted to share since the very beginning. With the year coming to a close, it felt like a good opportunity to slow down, reflect, and talk about the moments (big and small) that inspired this podcast. 

I chat about: 

• Growing up in Belgium and how food first became a real sensory experience for me
• The ways my mom shaped my love of cooking and family traditions
• A moment in the ICU last year that changed how I think about recipes and memory
• What I hope this space becomes for all of us moving forward 
• What's to come in 2026

If you're craving a little pause from the holiday rush and want a reminder that the small moments really matter, this one's for you. 

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