3 December 2020 Cat Cora When I’m home, the heart and soul of our family is in the kitchen. Growing up, my parents both worked, so dinnertime was for family – the TV was off. I think it’s important to grab that time and really make it special, even after a tough day.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora I would like a food/lifestyle show. We’re not sure what that is yet. I want to be able to share what I do and how I raise my family. I feel like I have a story to tell. I enjoy talking and listening, sharing ideas and sharing advice.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora I like to abide by the seasons and let the natural flavor in food speak for itself. I use quick cooking techniques of high heat with very little fat, such as quick saute or wok stir-frying.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora I think about food all the time. It’s my passion it’s my profession. But some people think about food all the time because they’re hungry. We can put an end to this if we join forces and lend a hand.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora A mother’s ability to provide for her children is not always tied to income, but rather to education.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora I believe that parents need to make nutrition education a priority in their home environment. It’s crucial for good health and longevity to instill in your children sound eating habits from an early age.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora When I was growing up in Mississippi – it was good Southern food… but I also grew up with a Greek family when other kids were eating fried okra, we were eating steamed artichokes. So I think it played a big part in my healthy cooking.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora To me, money is the ability to create lifelong experiences for my family and myself, to educate my children and a way to give back to humanity.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora Even when you have doubts, take that step. Take chances. Mistakes are never a failure – they can be turned into wisdom.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora If eating out, order your meal and ask the server to wrap up half of the portion to take home with your for the next day, keeping your portion size in check, and stretching your dollar into two meals.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora I launched Chefs for Humanity, a national nonprofit, with my voice, heart and money from my own pocket. Money gives you the ability to make a difference in the world and, when used in a positive way, is a lot of fun.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora It’s fun to pick a cuisine and say I’m going to research Ethiopian food, and see what it’s all about. You find that there are a lot of similarities in cuisines from around the world and a lot of similar flavors.
3 December 2020 Cat Cora I think people are more savvy about cooking, food and dining. I notice they are looking for more value for their money – not in larger portions but more in terms of healthier, fresh, farm-to-table dishes with a nice presentation.
