Carissa Stanton: Finding Joy and Flexibility in Food That is Seriously, So Good
Whether you consider yourself an appetizer lover, a soup queen, or a dessert-aholic, food influencer, author, and content creator Carissa Stanton is here to save the day. You may recognize Carissa Stanton’s cooking from her popular “broccyourbody” social media accounts and blog, which have launched several viral recipes, such as the La Scala Chopped Pasta Salad, broccoli and beef, and Greek-style lemon chicken soup. In the episode, Carissa talks to Elizabeth about going from writing out recipes for her friends after a successful girls' night meal to going full-time on social media and building a brand that reflects her own voice, connecting with hungry foodies worldwide. Carissa talks about her new book, 'Seriously, So Good: Simple Recipes for a Balanced Life,' and the work that went into it. She also discusses learning to eat with both health and joy in mind, shares tips for aspiring food influencers, and explains how cooking is both a fun and meditative experience.