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Episode 172: Road Trip... Destination Portland, Oregon - Kitchen Hopping, Heart Work & The Love of Plants
In this episode, Toni and Jenny sit down with the endlessly inspiring Lauren Chandler - plant‑forward chef educator, social worker, culinary creative, and joyful human being. Lauren’s story is one of resilience, curiosity, and wholehearted presence.
From losing her mother at age 12 to traveling the world on a Watson Fellowship, Lauren learned early how food, connection, and noticing the small things can shape a life. Her “kitchen hopping” year abroad became the spark for a 25‑year career teaching people to cook with confidence, creativity, and delight.
Lauren shares how she moved through…
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