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Mother daughter duo in hot pursuit of all things happy, homey, healthy, heart and haha-y 👩🏻👩🏼
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25/10/2023

the feels i get when i realize that if college molly could see me now i don’t know if she would believe the life we have. 🥺

i recently gave a talk at our church youth retreat about being unable to find satisfaction in the world (we are not enough on our own, nor are material goods). in it, i touched on my time in college when my sickness was at its worst. during that time, it was assessed (out loud) every semester whether or not i could return to school due to my physical, mental and psychological state. it was also assessed (not out loud) whether or not i could ever manage to live an independent life apart from my parents.

however, through years of dedication (in the form of money, time, emotional output and more) the possibility for a future was formed.

in the depths of despair during those hard years i clung to a Hope that is beyond comprehension. i learned about the healing power of food, spiritual connectedness and a positive environment (physically and emotionally).

without all of that, i am unsure of who i would be today. i truly don’t like to contemplate the molly that would have been created without all of that.

so, for all of those changes - the practitioners, my dedicated parents, supportive friends and intentional professors - i am eternally grateful. for a God who saw fit, by His grace, to keep me entirely devoted to knowing Him still - my life is wholly His. and to the people (especially my husband and two sweet boys) who have come following a change in outcome that could only be described as miraculous - you are the future i couldn’t fathom and yet always dreamt of.

11/10/2023

Oh sweet cinnamon! I love this spice. 🥰
Did you know there are a few different types of cinnamon… The two primary are Ceylon and Cassia. Cinnamon is derived from the inner bark of cinnamon trees typically after the bark has been peeled and dried. Ceylon cinnamon primarily comes from Sri Lanka while Cassia cinnamon is grown in various countries, including China Indonesia and Vietnam. Widely used as a spice and sweet and savory dishes, including baked goods, curries, and desserts. A popular addition to hot beverages like coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Often used in spice blend such as pumpkin spice and chai spice. Cinnamon has a warm, sweet and spicy aroma that can evoke feelings of comfort and warmth.

07/10/2023

Cloves are the aromatic flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, native to Indonesia, but also cultivated in other tropical regions. Cloves have a strong, sweet and spicy flavor with a distinct aroma. They are used in both sweet and savory dishes and are the key component in spice blend’s like garam masala and pumpkin spice. Ground cloves are used in baking, particularly in gingerbread cookies and holiday recipes. Recipe for pumpkin pie, spice and bonus recipe for pumpkin Chia pudding in the slides.

07/10/2023

Cloves are the aromatic flower buds of the Syzygium aromatic I’m tree, native to Indonesia, but also cultivated in other tropical regions. Cloves have a strong, sweet and spicy flavor with a distinct aroma, and are used in both sweet and savory dishes. They are the key component in spice blends like Garham masala and pumpkin spice ground cloves are used in baking, particularly in gingerbread cookies and holiday recipes.

05/10/2023

Allspice is native to the Caribbean, it comes from the dried unripe berries of the Pimenta dioica tree. Allspice is the key ingredient in Caribbean and Jamaican cuisine, often used in dishes like jerk, chicken, and Jamaican patties. It’s a common spice in North American cuisine, and it is used in holiday recipes, including pumpkin pie and spiced cider. Traditionally, allspice has been used for its potential medicinal properties, including digestive, benefits, and pain relief.

30/09/2023

Green cardamom or just cardamom is a spice native to India. It has a strong flavor with a sweet and slightly citrusy taste. The green pods are hand-picked when fully ripe, and then dried to preserve the flavor. Very versatile, and used in sweet and savory dishes, such as curries, chai tea, and desserts. We have a chai tea recipe on the fourth slide for you to try and enjoy!

03/08/2023

Thomas’s Yummy Drink

When Thomas noticed my ritual of morning mushroom coffee, he wanted in on the habit. Having still some sensibilities, I knew mushroom coffee would not be a good choice for my toddler. Thus the Yummy Drink was born and there is almost no morning when I do not get a request to make it with him. We use a host of yummy ingredients with fabulous benefits that are all listed below!

COCONUT MILK can serve as a nutritious dairy-free alternative to cow's milk for children who are sensitive to dairy. It has healthy fats called (MCTs), which are easily digestible and can provide a quick source of energy. These fats help with brain development and overall growth. The lauric acid in coconut milk has antimicrobial properties that can support the immune system!

The active compound in TURMERIC, curcumin, has potent anti-inflammatory properties. This can be beneficial for children with inflammatory conditions like asthma, allergies, or skin issues.

CINNAMON has been shown to help stabilize blood sugar levels. It’s rich in antioxidants. Some research suggests that the aroma of cinnamon may even enhance cognitive function, memory, and attention, which could be beneficial for children's learning and focus.

MAPLE SYRUP is a natural and healthier alternative to processed sugars. Pure maple syrup contains antioxidants. It contains essential minerals such as calcium, potassium, and manganese. As such it supports bone health.

VANILLA EXTRACT can help reduce the need for additional sweeteners. It also contains antioxidants that can help protect the body from oxidative damage.

What delicious and nutritious things are you cooking up with your kiddos?

31/07/2023

Mushroom coffee is one of the things we’ve both done to regularly and impactfully change our health. A lot of conventional coffee can be high in things like mold. Not only that, but they also don’t do much for providing true health benefits. It’s great to feel that jolt of energy to get us going but at what cost?

I started to notice I would feel anxious and irritable a couple of hours after my coffee intake. And even sooner I might start having heart palpitations. But when I switched to mushroom coffee, those things stopped. I get the energy (albeit maybe a notch less) but with none of those nasty effects.

The functional mushroom coffee I am LOVING these days is Everyday Dose. It has functional mushrooms, collagen protein and nootropics. It’s almost creamy on its own. AND instead of creating anxiety it actually helps to reduce stress.

Also, this particular brand has been tested for things like mold, heavy metals and other allergens.

Oh, and to the doubters out there this does not actually taste like mushrooms. It will not be like drinking a portabella (🤢).

Oh, and one more kicker, they do have a matcha blend which we hope to try sometime soon. Will report back for the sake of matcha and mushroom lovers everywhere.

(Last photo is for the nerds. Name that movie!)

22/07/2023

Hello! In a plot twist of sorts, we are back. And by “we” I mean Molly and Jodie. And by “back” I mean not making and selling sauerkraut (🥲) but sharing life and little bits of education, happy, food, health and home habits or ideas that we have come across on our own journey.

We still make sauerkraut on occasion but more than that, the underlying reason for making it is what has brought us back around to you all. We crave accessible and integratable health and lifestyle changes. We also crave happiness, laughter and a whole lot of yummy. While we work to pursue this for ourselves we wanted to bring you all along.

We understand that many of you are familiar with Jodie and have loved Cultured Love’s specialty sauerkrauts. But we are excited to grow into something new and to also introduce you to more of the family.

Jodie is the matriarch of the clan. She spearheaded the health journey that took us to Cultured Love and our changed lives as a whole. Now, Jodie is most frequently “Jojo” to her two grandsons. Jojo loves to cook and be creative with her littles. There are few things she finds quite as joyous as watching Thomas (an aforementioned grandson) basking in the glory of nature.

Molly is Jodie’s daughter and the initial inspiration of Cultured Love as it was her poor health that brought Jodie to this holistic world where food is medicine and nature is our happy pill. Molly is a nurse but found that staying home to raise her two boys had to become a priority.

Filled with gratitude at the opportunity but acknowledging the challenge that intentional parenting presents, she aims to be real and find joy in seeking out new ways to learn, eat, cook and create.

We are grateful for our bond as mother and daughter and celebrate the ability to create joy and commemorate life together. The opportunity to share life and create a “village” that starts with the two of us is something that is deeply core to both of us. We hope YOU will be a part of the village. And, dear village people, please tell us what else you might want to learn, discover or create - we can’t wait to do so along side of you!

06/02/2022

To Our Friends and Partners in the Provision and Consumption of Good Food:

As we enter 2022, we reflect back on nearly 8 years of development, production and distribution of Cultured Love products – sauerkraut, kimchi, coconut yogurt – and are thankful for all the customers, farm markets, stores and other partners we have met and with whom we have collaborated to make fermented foods a more regular part of our diets.

We are proud of what we’ve accomplished, starting with Jodie’s initial inspiration while supporting our daughter Molly’s health, to the development of a great brand with excellent products, distributed and sold in dozens of stores in Michigan and Chicago, and nationwide via online sales.

Now after 7+ years, we have determined it is time to cease further production and distribution of Cultured Love food products. We are sorry that our well-loved products will no longer be available on shelves, and that our connection to, and impact on the lives of families and individuals who love kraut, or are seeking improved gut health and healing will diminish. But we hope that other thoughtfully-sourced fermented products will continue to be available for those of us eager to include such foods in our every-day menus.

We are thankful for the opportunity we’ve had to share our food, and our lives with you over the years, and for your support – whether consumer, producer, distributor, or retailer.

May you all be Happy, Healthy, and Fully Loved!

Jodie Krumpe
Paul Krumpe

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