In this heartwarming episode, we invite Milly Fyfe, an inspiring advocate for time-saving cooking hacks and supporter of UK farmers, to discuss the importance of authenticity in cooking, time management for busy parents, and promoting high welfare standards in farming. Milly shares her journey from farming to social media, her struggles with chronic pain and mental health, and how she has worked to link consumers closer to the source of their food.
Join us for a delicious conversation with Milly Fyfe, who brings a no-nonsense practicality to the kitchen, offering busy parents smart tips for cooking authentic meals from scratch. Touching on the pressures of 'Instagram perfect' meals, Milly emphasizes the beauty and importance of simple, accessible ingredients that celebrate UK farming practices. We explore a survey highlighting the community's desire to cook but their struggle with time and confidence.
Milly puts a spotlight on the need to educate consumers about food misinformation and shares her journey of creating her blog, "No Fuss Meals, Busy Parents," during the pandemic. She proudly discusses her social enterprise and e-book that received praise from Princess Anne herself. Her ventures might pose financial challenges, but their joy and fulfilment are immeasurable. Milly's story is about her accomplishments and her role as a mother and a professional, juggling chronic pain while maintaining a foot in the industry through digital marketing initiatives, her food and farming podcast, and relentless networking.
Milly stresses the impact of real-world networking and how it aids career development and personal growth, such as her leadership course experience at Windsor Castle. Reflecting on the cultural nuances within the farming industry, Fyfe also suggests ways women can uplift each other in this traditionally male-dominated field.
We discuss the significance of teaching adults and children the rewards of cooking from scratch - not just for health but also for keeping family traditions alive.
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Timestamps:
- 00:02:34: Introducing Milly Fyfe and the importance of authenticity in food
- 00:15:20: Milly Fyfe's transition from farming to digital marketing
- 00:25:45: Benefits of networking in the food and farming industry
- 00:40:56: Managing chronic pain and mental health while working in agriculture
- 00:51:10: The inception of "The Countryside Kitchen Meets" podcast
- 01:04:35: Ending on a note of making a meaningful difference through cooking and community
Links and Resources:
Milly Fyfe: https://linktr.ee/MillyFyfe
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