Kefi Life

19. Steak, Fish, and Flavors on the Grill

19. Steak, Fish, and Flavors on the Grill
Chef Dean Eliacostas returns with excellent insight on selecting meats, marinading them and info on his preferred flavor profile. 
Chef Dean Eliacostas
 
Today's Lexi: 
υπομονή — Eepomonee (Patience)
 
In this episode: 
Fresh, not messy, simple and the Mediterranean approach each fit into Chef Dean’s method to cooking a memorable meal for guests.   Discover his standard marinade that is always on hand in his fridge, and an easy one to replicate for your family and kitchen. Do you grill fish? If so, Chef Dean has some great pointers regarding this light and wonderful summer protein. 
And which delicacy tastes better than the butter?
All this and plenty more to wet your palate this July, the national month of grilling!
Chef Dean is a proud graduate of The Culinary Institute of America.  His experience expands decades of culinary creations at Capital Grille, Marche, River’s Restaurant, Mercantile Exchange, and other fine dining establishments. 
Currently Chef Dean wears the hat of Program Director of the Culinary Arts Department at Moraine Valley College.
 
Chef Dean's Holds His Masterpiece
 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Today’s Ola Kala Moment spotlight is on SALT.  It’s the simplest seasoning to add flavor, but were you aware that there are numerous types of salts? 
 
Resources:
National Grilling Month - July
TheCapitalGrille.com
Culinary Institute of America
 
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul. 
Insta: kefilife365
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

18. The Basics of Grilling

18. The Basics of Grilling
Chef Dean joins us to prepare the grill for July and beyond.  Learn the essentials to prep for a memorable summer meal.
Chef Dean Eliacostas
 
Today's Lexi: 
Σπίτι — Speeti (Home)
 
In this episode: 
Hello July!
If summer had one defining scent, it would have to be the smell of meats on the grill.  In today’s episode, Culinary Chef Dean Eilacostas, reveals the best way to prepare your grill for tasty and delicious proteins, veggies and more.
How do you clean the grates, should you lay down foil on the grill, what’s the biggest no-no and so much more. 
Chef Dean is a proud graduate of The Culinary Institute of America.  His experience expands decades of culinary creations at Capital Grille, Marche, River’s Restaurant, Mercantile Exchange, and other fine dining establishments. 
Currently Chef Dean wears the hat of Program Director of the Culinary Arts Department at Moraine Valley College
 
Chef Dean's Pork Chops
 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Today’s Ola Kala Moment presents the valuable and aromatic details on how to use the herb/oil Rosemary
 
 
Resources:
ciachef.edu
TheCapitalGrille.com
 
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

17. Longevity and Vitality in the Blue Zones

17. Longevity and Vitality in the Blue Zones
Kiki travels to the island of Ikaria - one of the five Blue Zones - to research how people live vitally into their 90’s and 100’s.
Kiki and the oldest Ikarian!
 
Today's Lexi: 
Φιλοξενία — Philoxenia (Hospitality)
 
In this episode: 
This week, Kiki unveils Dan Buettner’s Power of 9, practiced in the Blue Zones.  Buettner, a National Geographic fellow, has studied different cultures in the world to discover the secret of living exceptionally long and healthy at the same time.  Purpose, plants and socialization are a few of the things these dynamic folks do to live well.  Learn more about these and the rest of Power of 9 during this episode. 
“The calculus of aging offers us two options: We can live a shorter life with more years of disability, or we can live the longest possible life with the fewest bad years. As my centenarian friends showed me, the choice is largely up to us.” – Dan Buettner
 
Kiki gets lunch the Ikarian way, picking it fresh from the garden.
 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Your Ola Kala Moment is all about creating a living space to support a peaceful, happy and comforting environment. 
 
Senior Ikarian moves naturally in his garden
 
Resources:
BlueZones.com
 
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

16. Make Veggies Your Bestie!

16. Make Veggies Your Bestie!
This week, Kiki wraps up the Nutrition Program Series with a spotlight on vegetables.
 
Today's Lexi: 
Φλεγμονή — Fleg-monee (Inflammation)
 
In this episode: 
This week, Kiki wraps up the Nutrition Program Series with a spotlight on vegetables. 
Registered Dietician Colleen Coffey has returned to shed light on the misconception of vegetables and of course the power of this fiber-filled food. Creativity with cooking vegetables is a terrific way to keep a person interested in eating them, so Colleen will tell us about the most popular methods in which to prepare them. 
Finally, tips on how to optimize the nutrient value of veggies for the good of all: Kali Orexi.
Cooking the right foods could lead you to a positive body image.
Let’s make food less stressful and get over the fear of calories.  Time to embrace food as energy!
 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Your Ola Kala Moment features the herb fennel and the best way in which to pair it with food for exceptional flavor.
 
Resources:
TheNurtitionAddiction.com
CoffeyNutrition.com
MM Waitlist
GLOH Waitlist
Instagram: @colleencoffey.rdn; @thegloh
Email: colleen@coffeynutrition.com
How to contact: email Colleen or book a free 20-minute discovery call
 
Enjoy this delicious Rainbow Salad Recipe!
 
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

15. Summer Metabolism Makeover

15. Summer Metabolism Makeover
This week, Kiki continues her interview with Registered Dietician, Colleen Coffey.
 
Today's Lexi: 
Μεταβολισμός — Meta-vol-ee-zmos (Metabolism)
In this episode: 
If you want to lose weight this summer and sustain that weight loss, consider the Metabolism Makeover program, which supports weight loss by increasing calorie burn and the metabolism. Colleen Coffey explains the Four Factors of Eating and introduces her brand-new program called GLOH.  GLOH assists with the anti-inflammatory diet. On that subject, how does inflammation sneak into your body, and which 2 symptoms should you be aware of that may be a result of inflammation?
 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Kiki explores the importance of slowing down!
Resources:
TheNutritionAddiction.com
CoffeyNutrition.com
MM waitlist
GLOH waitlist
Colleen on Instagram (@colleencoffey.rdn)
The GLOH on Instagram (@thegloh)
How to contact Colleen: email (colleen@coffeynutrition.com) or book a free 20-minute discovery call
Cilantro Lime Smoothie Recipe : 
1/2 handful of cilantro
1-2 inches ginger
1/4 cup pineapple
2-3 tbsp chia seeds
1 cup coconut water
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 handful spinach (optional)
Throw it all in a blender until ingredients are smooth.
Pour into glass and drink health into your body!
 
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

14. The Relatable Dietician

14. The Relatable Dietician
Meet Colleen Coffey, Registered Dietician.  She brings science and evidence to the art of eating!
 
Today's Lexi: 
Θρέψη — Threp-see (Nutrition)
In this episode: 
This week, a fresh look at eating knowledgeably with the Relatable Dietician, Colleen Coffey. In this first of a three-week series on Nutrition Programs, you will get to know Colleen and learn that when your menu involves science, you are sure to live well and balanced. Her degree and masters in dietetics ensures that you will be taught the optimal way to eat leading you to an optimal way to live. 
Cooking the right foods could lead you to a positive body image.
Let’s make food less stressful and get over the fear of calories.  Time to embrace food as energy!
Colleen Coffey
 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Your Ola Kala Moment brings 6 actionable tips to stay accountable with your weight and health. 
Resources:
CoffeyNutrition.com
MM waitlist
GLOH waitlist
Colleen on Instagram (@colleencoffey.rdn)
The GLOH on Instagram (@thegloh)
How to contact Colleen: email (colleen@coffeynutrition.com) or book a free 20-minute discovery call
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

13. Balance, Food, Life & Attitude

13. Balance, Food, Life & Attitude
 
Today Kathy Napleton of NOURISHED reveals the 7th and 8th core principles of Wellness. In our last episode in this series, you discover that moderation in all things leads to a sound mind in a healthy body. 
 
Today's Lexi: 
Παν μετρεον αριστον — Pan metron ariston (All things in moderation)
In this episode: 
This week’s episode concludes the 8 Core Principles of Wellness Series with Kathy Napleton of NOURISHED. The final 2 principles are moderation/balance and faith. The rule of thumb for good health is not too much of any one thing coupled with avoiding deficiency. Did you know that the American diet is deficient of numerous nutrients and vitamins? Additionally, we will learn the number one enemy of disease. AND - find out how to alkalize the body while eliminating toxins.  
Thank you, Kathy Napleton of NOURISHED, for teaching us how to thrive in the kitchen and in our world. 
Kathy Napleton
 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Today’s Ola Kala Moment is steeped in faith. Kiki shares some practical routines to fortify your faithfulness and work to acquire a peaceful mind. 
Resources:
Spices, herbs, salad dressings and more are available at NOURISHED in Hinsdale, IL
10 Healthy Herbs & Spices
Nourished.com
Nourished on Instagram (@nourishedhinsdale)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

12. The Benefit of Diet and Exercise

12. The Benefit of Diet and Exercise
 
Is there a secret to cooking well?  And what do the healthiest people on the planet eat? Kathy Napleton has some answers for you! 
 
Today's Lexi: 
Διατροφή — Dia-tro-fi (Diet)
In this episode: 
Today Kiki is happy to welcome back Nourished Founder and Natural Wellness Chef, Kathy Napleton, to touch upon the 5th and 6th core principles of Wellness.  Our diet can be a real source of real health, and the more you move the more likely you are to enjoy a healthy body. 
One particular reminder is the importance of your blood, also known as the life of the flesh. Movement, as you will learn, fosters the movement of blood and therefore carry nutrients throughout the body.  PLUS, REBOUNDING is all the rage when you want movement to be easy and fun. Nasa has done significant research on rebounding, and you will want to try it. The YouTube video below explains:
The Real Benefit of Rebounding Exercise - Dr. Eric Berg DC
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
As you begin the beautiful journey of cooking, you will need to get that kitchen ready. Today’s Ola Kala takeaway lists the tools you will need to be successful your sacred cooking and eating space. 
Resources:
Two of my favorite ingredients to nourish myself include spinach and dill. Please enjoy the Quick Spinach Sauté and Greek Tzatziki Sauce recipes compliments of Nourished Table and Kitchen.
Nourished.com
Nourished on Instagram (@nourishedhinsdale)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1
https://www.ltlawchicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats
https://www.kingdomfarms.com
 
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.