Today’s interview is with Nicholas Ball. As you’ll hear in the interview, we have been friends for many years. But the reason for today’s interview with him is to talk about his quilts! Nicholas, known on social media as Quilts From The Attic, is specifically an improv quilter. His first book, Inspiring Improv: Explore Creative Piecing with Curves, Strips, Slabs and More was released 4 years ago, and in a couple of months his newest book, Use and Ornament: The History and Future of Improv Quilting will be released! In the interview Nicholas talks about how he found improv and why it can be quicker than traditional quilting, and gives tips on how to quilt at home with your standard home sewing machine.

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Emily Dilling of Paris Paysanne is the author of My Paris Market Cookbook which has just been updated to version 2.0! In this episode, Emily and I talk about the new edition of the book, what inspired her to start Paris Paysanne, what natural wine is, and she even shares some tips for tourists planning a visit to Paris! Also, Emily shares her recipe for honey glazed turnips with us over on the blog, so make sure to check out the episode page to get her recipe. Make sure to check out Emily's Paris Paysanne Podcast!

Highlights from this interview 

• 8:15 - How did Paris Paysanne Start? 
• 10:40 - New edition of the book includes walking tours. 
• 19:30 - What is natural wine?
• 26:30 - Difference between the 1st and 2nd editions.
• 32:15 - Some of Emily's favorite things about Paris.
• 35:40 - Advice for tourists planning a trip to Paris. 

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The Grain Lady is a resource for all things grain - in the field and in the kitchen. Listen in as I interview Mona about what a heritage grain is and why it’s important to not only our tastebuds and digestion, but also to our local community and farmers. If you are a home baker or pasta maker, or are interested in becoming one, this episode is for you! Make sure to follow The Grain Lady on Instagram! 

Highlights from this interview:

• 6:35 - Restoring a local grain economy.
• 8:20 - What is a heritage grain?
• 12:40 - What is the flavor of heritage wheat?
• 14:06 - Digestibility of grains & gluten sensitivity.
• 19:47 - Milling your own grain & the color wheel of grain.
• 22:57 - What to use to mill your own grains at home.
• 23:50 - Advice for anyone looking to bring heritage grains to their community.
• 25:50 - What is the Colorado Grain Chain?

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