The Empty Nest Kitchen

By Christine Van Bloem

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Welcome to The Empty Nest Kitchen with Christine Van Bloem, where we're finding fun in the kitchen and navigating life after the kids have flown the coop. Join Christine around her kitchen table as we delve into insightful conversations with fellow empty nest women about navigating careers, side hustles, and the joys of food and cooking. 

Whether you're embarking on a new chapter or seeking inspiration for your next culinary adventure, tune in for stories, tips, and laughter from women just like you. 


Episode Date
Cooking, Culture, and Connection with Paula Mohammed
Sep 30, 2025
The Empty Nest Reset: Finding Your Fall Kitchen Rhythm
Sep 16, 2025
Small Bites: Summer on a Plate
Aug 27, 2025
Small Bites: Garlic Girl Summer
Aug 19, 2025
Small Bites: Gettin' Figgy With It
Aug 12, 2025
Small Bites: Summer Sauces, Big Flavors, No Stove Required
Aug 05, 2025
Small Bites Simply Peachy: The Sweet and The Savory
Jul 29, 2025
Small Bites: Zucchini Magic
Jul 22, 2025
Small Bites: It's Corn! Making the Most of Summer's Best
Jul 15, 2025
Small Bites: Summer Tomatoes (How to Choose, Use, and Store)
Jul 08, 2025
Mediterranean Moments: Delicious Simplicity in Midlife Cooking
May 08, 2025
Empowering Nonprofits: The Marketing Magic of Laura Van Bloem
Apr 29, 2025
Smart Shopping for The Empty Nest Kitchen
Apr 10, 2025
Spring Veggie Vibes in The Empty Nest Kitchen
Apr 01, 2025
From Fixer Uppers to New Careers with Natalie Gipson
Mar 25, 2025
Empty Nest Freezer Magic: Tips for Smart Meal Prepping
Mar 19, 2025
Championing Local Food and Public Health with Alysia Feuer
Mar 11, 2025
A Transformative Journey: Sober Coaching with Jennifer Peterson
Feb 27, 2025
The Magnificent Seven: Your Mediterranean Pantry Heroes
Feb 19, 2025
Cooking for Change: Healthier Eating Habits for Mid-Life
Feb 04, 2025
It's Only Money...Right?
Jan 23, 2025
Simplifying Life with Daily Money Manager Emily Lutz
Jan 14, 2025
Teaching Your Passion: Five Tips to Start a Successful Side Hustle with Recreational Classes
Jan 07, 2025
The No Resolution, Resolution
Jan 01, 2025
Butter Makes Everything Better
Dec 17, 2024
Thriving as a Hyperlocal Blogger with Pam Stultz
Dec 03, 2024
Thanksgiving at the Cottage
Nov 26, 2024
Thanksgiving Traditions: Balancing Classics and Creativity
Nov 19, 2024
Finding Financial Confidence with Jane Helm of Money Mentor Group
Nov 12, 2024
Adventures in a Fifth Wheel: Exploring Life on the Road with Meredith McAdam
Nov 05, 2024
How to Start a Supper Club
Oct 29, 2024
Vintage Vibes with Mindy Cawley of Vintage MC
Oct 22, 2024
Holistic Wellness Strategies with Dawn McGee
Oct 15, 2024
Jennifer Gerlock Pursues It All
Oct 08, 2024
The Secrets of EVOO with Sharon Streb of Olive & Basket
Oct 01, 2024
Culinary Medicine and the Magical Mediterranean Diet: A Journey Towards Menopause Wellness
Sep 24, 2024
Creating a Life Sabbatical with Elizabeth Cromwell
Sep 17, 2024
Get Into Reformer Pilates with Dawn Conine
Sep 10, 2024
Let's Talk Entrepreneurship, Economic Development, and Mentorship with Sandy Dubay of PPR Strategies
Sep 03, 2024
Savoring Stories: Food-Themed Movies & TV Shows Perfect for Summer (Season Finale)
Jun 25, 2024
Travel Beyond the Guidebook with Beth Schillaci
Jun 18, 2024
Getting Out of Your Own Way with LauraAura
Jun 11, 2024
Finding the Flavor in Low-Sodium Cooking with Chef Danielle Turner of SaltSanity.com
Jun 04, 2024
Resilience in Mid-Life with Kelly Beins
May 28, 2024
Finding the Funny with Laura Stark of That's What She Said
May 21, 2024
My Heart Attack Story: The Importance of Heart Health Awareness for the Mid-Life Woman
May 14, 2024
Your New Favorite Summer Wine & Cocktail (with a Naughty Name)
May 07, 2024
Kitchen Must-Haves with Marien Hornyak of The Kitchenette
Apr 30, 2024
Managing Menopause Holistically with Kristin Smedley of Daffodil Pathways
Apr 23, 2024
Finding Treasures with Amy Benton of Paris is Calling
Apr 16, 2024
Puff the Magic Pastry: Working with Puff Pastry
Apr 09, 2024
Bakery Life with Deb King, Deb's Artisan Bakehouse
Apr 02, 2024
Mastering Handmade Pasta with Laurie Boucher, Pastapreneur
Mar 26, 2024
In My Tinned Fish Era
Mar 19, 2024
Thrive in Midlife with Heather Tydings of Own Your Evolution
Mar 12, 2024
Feeling Salty: Salt Matters!
Mar 05, 2024
Welcome to The Empty Nest Kitchen
Jan 16, 2024