12. Southern Eating and Healthy Living with Chef Virginia Willis

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Join us as we sit down with James Beard Award-winning chef Virginia Willis to discuss her journey from Southern cooking to healthy living. Virginia shares her passion for cooking, which started in her grandmother’s kitchen, and how she transformed classic Southern dishes into healthier, more balanced meals.

Virginia talks about her personal health journey, losing 65 pounds in 2019, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle through her "Good and Good for You" philosophy. She emphasizes that it’s not about perfection but about making small, sustainable changes that lead to feeling good in your body.

Listeners will gain insights into the evolving culinary world, the rise of plant-based diets, and how food can be both indulgent and healthy. Virginia also shares fun stories from her career, including working with Martha Stewart and cooking for President Clinton.

Join us for an episode filled with wisdom, delicious food tips, and inspiration for living a balanced, healthy life.

Resources:

• Virginia Willis's Website: virginiawillis.com
• Read Bon Appétit, Y'all Cookbook

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