Welcome to my website-I just love that you’re here!
If you’re new to me and my work, let me share with you who I am and what I do. And, if familiar with what I did, you should know that the scope of what I can offer you expanded! In addition to being a Certified Culinary Professional, I’m a Certified Life Coach and also a Kitchen Coach and Consultant. Although, at first (three decades ago), my work was focused mostly on teaching how to create and sustain the very literal type of yummy, nurturing home-life that many of us didn’t experience when young-it didn’t end there. Over the years, I’ve learned, both personally and professionally, that we can’t just cook to make all of our dreams come true. Life is big, intricate and choosing to travel the daily road to being authentically happy requires real commitment and often bravery.
Because of my own personal growth journey, combined with what I’ve learned from working with people from all walks of life (and in several capacities) I know this for sure: You don’t need to be literally locked up to be in a dark, insecure or unfulfilling place. Let me teach you how to heal old, historic wounds and get control of the quality of your inner and outer life.
I can help you to discover what you really want, what’s in your way and how to navigate the path in between. I can teach you the dynamics behind your inner dialogue so you can stop warring with yourself and with others. I can help you to embrace the effort it takes to grow and to eventually win at this daily game we call life.
Quail eggs make such a fun and delicious nibble-and they are easier to find during holiday time in certain supermarket chains and in specialty markets. To prepare: lower the eggs into salted, boiling water and cook at a brisk bubble for 3 minutes. Use a slotted utensil to remove the eggs and lower them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process- Drain, dry and peel the eggs and sprinkle with kosher salt before serving. (If wanting to serve warm, either cook for 2 1/2 minutes and allow to cool to warm after draining-they might be a bit more difficult to peel… The alternative is place peeled eggs into a food-safe plastic bag and submerge in a bowl of hot tap for a few minutes.) ❤️ #whenthisnanacooks
Quail eggs make such a fun and delicious nibble-and they are easier to find during holiday time in certain supermarket chains and in specialty markets. To prepare: lower the eggs into salted, boiling water and cook at a brisk bubble for 3 minutes. Use a slotted utensil to remove the eggs and lower them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process- Drain, dry and peel the eggs and sprinkle with kosher salt before serving. (If wanting to serve warm, either cook for 2 1/2 minutes and allow to cool to warm after draining-they might be a bit more difficult to peel… The alternative is place peeled eggs into a food-safe plastic bag and submerge in a bowl of hot tap for a few minutes.) ❤️ #whenthisnanacooks
Darling Julie- @juliediane32 you are so loved. I hope that, not just on your birthday, but on every day of your life, you have felt how cherished you are.
As I continue to witness your evolvement as a loving and devoted wife and mother, I am beyond proud- I feel so blessed and filled with so much gratitude for being given such a magnificent gift in you, as my treasured daughter. You are truly one in a trillion- Happy Birthday, sweet girl. 😘❤️😘!!!
Darling Julie- @juliediane32 you are so loved. I hope that, not just on your birthday, but on every day of your life, you have felt how cherished you are.
As I continue to witness your evolvement as a loving and devoted wife and mother, I am beyond proud- I feel so blessed and filled with so much gratitude for being given such a magnificent gift in you, as my treasured daughter. You are truly one in a trillion- Happy Birthday, sweet girl. 😘❤️😘!!!
The gift that keeps on giving…❤️ #whenthisnanacooks #turkeystock #homecooking
Roast turkey and ice cream sandwiches. What could be better for Thanksgiving? ❤️ #whenthisnanacooks #homefood
Roast turkey and ice cream sandwiches. What could be better for Thanksgiving? ❤️ #whenthisnanacooks #homefood
A week ago, while in a market, I felt a big bunch of unripe “baby” bananas calling me- And today, ripe and ready, I had to move into delicious action.
Method: Peeled, dipped into melted dark chocolate, sprinkled with crushed butterfinger-bar candy and tucked into the freezer.
For when?: Who knows and who cares? I like feeling ready to please someone internally- it’s a good feeling.❤️ #whenthisnanacooks #yummy #chocolatedipped
A week ago, while in a market, I felt a big bunch of unripe “baby” bananas calling me- And today, ripe and ready, I had to move into delicious action.
Method: Peeled, dipped into melted dark chocolate, sprinkled with crushed butterfinger-bar candy and tucked into the freezer.
For when?: Who knows and who cares? I like feeling ready to please someone internally- it’s a good feeling.❤️ #whenthisnanacooks #yummy #chocolatedipped
In celebration of the first flurry. #woodfiredfood #whenthisnanacooks #premierefirewoodcompany #homefood #pizza
In celebration of the first flurry. #woodfiredfood #whenthisnanacooks #premierefirewoodcompany #homefood #pizza
How a home-grown garlic party gets started…❤️🙌 #whenthisnanacooks #homegrown #garlic #whenthisnanagrows
How a home-grown garlic party gets started…❤️🙌 #whenthisnanacooks #homegrown #garlic #whenthisnanagrows
I arrived home last night from California; after spending the most wonderful 4 days and 5 nights at the home of my daughter Jessie, her husband Brian and their two precious daughters, Amelie and Lucia-I can’t fully describe how amazing (almost surreal) it felt to walk in and to be immediately greeted, after a very long day of travel, by my beautiful daughter holding a platter of delicious food that she made in celebration of my arrival. And not just any food- She made a recipe of mine (Honey-baked chicken) that I would make for her and her brother and sister on every birthday, because it was one of their favorites-
My point here, is to share how the sight of her, combined with such a familiar aroma, confirmed that my wish had come true-That Jessie, now as a mother, has chosen to carry that recipe with her-not only to convey love and care to her family and friends, but also to, anytime she wants, to feel close to me and to my love for her. That’s what favorite recipes do-they keep love and connection alive. I’m so happy- and incredibly grateful. (I forgot to put in this post: The recipe for the chicken is on my site and also in my first cookbook!) #homecookingconnects
I arrived home last night from California; after spending the most wonderful 4 days and 5 nights at the home of my daughter Jessie, her husband Brian and their two precious daughters, Amelie and Lucia-I can’t fully describe how amazing (almost surreal) it felt to walk in and to be immediately greeted, after a very long day of travel, by my beautiful daughter holding a platter of delicious food that she made in celebration of my arrival. And not just any food- She made a recipe of mine (Honey-baked chicken) that I would make for her and her brother and sister on every birthday, because it was one of their favorites-
My point here, is to share how the sight of her, combined with such a familiar aroma, confirmed that my wish had come true-That Jessie, now as a mother, has chosen to carry that recipe with her-not only to convey love and care to her family and friends, but also to, anytime she wants, to feel close to me and to my love for her. That’s what favorite recipes do-they keep love and connection alive. I’m so happy- and incredibly grateful. (I forgot to put in this post: The recipe for the chicken is on my site and also in my first cookbook!) #homecookingconnects
Internationally-respected cook, author and culinary teacher, Lauren Groveman has, with a full heart, carefully created this “virtual kitchen” in celebration of all of you who would like to savor the joys of creating a truly satisfying, homemade life. You can click here to learn a bit more about Lauren and click here to see her prepare some very potent recipes (in her own life) so that YOU can do them, too!
Over the years, Lauren has been the host of several local and national television series, including “Welcome to Lauren Groveman’s Kitchen” and also a weekly radio talk-show called “Food, Family and Home Matters,” both James Beard Award recognized. She is so proud to have worked with culinary icons, such as Julia Child, in the series Baking with Julia as well as the accompanying cookbook. Lauren loves hearing from viewers from all over the country who have seen her shows and cook from her books!
