How Do I Equip My Kids with a Love for Healthy Eating? Katie Kimball Has the Answer

Everyday Ancestral with James Barry

In this episode, I sit down with Katie Kimball, a former teacher, TEDx speaker, and creator of the Kids Cook Real Food e-course, recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the best online cooking class for kids. As a mom of four, Katie is on a mission to equip families with the skills and confidence to make real food a part of daily life while fostering healthier relationships with food.

We dive into the rise of picky eating, the lost art of teaching cooking skills, and how to involve kids in the kitchen to create lasting habits. Katie shares her personal journey from struggling cook to passionate advocate, along with practical advice to help families overcome modern challenges. Whether you're a parent or just someone interested in holistic living, this conversation will leave you inspired to rethink your approach to food and family.

Key Takeaways

Teaching Kids Knife Skills – The importance of equipping children with the tools to confidently navigate the kitchen, starting with basic knife techniques.

The Shift Away from Home Cooking – How convenience foods and busy lifestyles have widened the gap in passing down traditional cooking skills.

Overcoming Picky Eating – Insights on reducing pressure at mealtime and fostering positive food relationships through exposure and involvement.

The Power of Family Dinners – Why even two shared meals a week can improve family connections and children's eating habits.

Redefining Food Skills – The necessity of teaching practical, flexible cooking skills over specific recipes to handle any dietary preference or challenge.

Where to Find Our Guest

Connect with Katie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/katiekimballkidscook

Links & Resources

Get Katie’s free knife skills class for kids at https://kidscookrealfood.com/EverydayAncestral

Get 20% off Pluck Superfood Seasonings using code EA20 at http://www.eatpluck.com.

Call to Action

Are you ready to transform the way your family approaches food and cooking? Explore the full show notes, resources, and links in this episode by visiting https://eatpluck.com/everydayancestral/, and don’t forget to grab your Pluck Superfood Seasonings with 20% off using code EA20 at http://www.eatpluck.com.