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140: A Sommelier’s Wine Tips - from European to Non-Alcoholic and the Microbiome.

140: A Sommelier’s Wine Tips - from European to Non-Alcoholic and the Microbiome. 
Sommelier of the Year Alex Sarovich is serving up wine chat with a look at European, non-alcoholic and Little Saint in Healdsburg, California.
Alexandria Sarovich
Today's Lexi: 
Κρασί - Krasi - Wine
In Today’s Episode:
Next Wave Sommelier of the Year Alexandria Sarovich joins Kefi L!fe to bring a wealth of wine information for you.  From France to Germany, Alex has studied and worked abroad, landing her in California as Wine Director of Little Saint in Healsburg, CA. 
Alex has tasted nearly 15,000 wines in her life and passed one of the most difficult tests: the Master of Sommelier Exam.  Her knowledge translates into great fodder for us.
Learn about Great wines in Sonoma, wines of Europe, and even about the sugar content of wine. 
How does the microbiome come into play? 
What is the difference between European cellars and those in the states?
Plus, non-alcoholic is on the rise, and Alex has terrific suggestions for that list.
Raise your glass and sip along with Alex and Kiki today!
Yiamas! To Our Health!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Farm to Table for Dinner
Resources:
Next Wave Sommelier of the Year
Little Saint
Executive Wine Director Alex SarovichFor many, the allure of working in hospitality often stems from early childhood memories of happy family gatherings around the dinner table. For Alexandria (Alex) Sarovich, who has four siblings and a shared Italian/Serbian heritage—this was precisely where her love for all things food and wine began. This sense of cooking and nourishing her loved ones inspired Alex to enroll in Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island, where she would receive a Bachelor's in Business and an Associate's degree in Culinary Arts. During her time at JWU, Alex discovered her interest in wine. In 2015 she accepted a Beverage Director position back home in Chicago at an E2 Hospitality property. She spent three years honing her craft and running an award-winning beverage program inside JW Marriott hotel's contemporary Italian restaurant. Alex left her first program to explore the wine world in Australia. Alex had the opportunity to work as a sommelier at the World's 50 Best restaurant Attica, where she expanded her knowledge of Australian wines under the tutelage of fellow Chicagoan and acclaimed Sommelier Jane Lopes. After tracking SingleThread Farm, Restaurant & Inn for almost three years, in early 2019, Alex landed her dream job as a Sommelier at SingleThread. During Alex's time as Sommelier at SingleThread she passed the Level 3 Advanced Sommelier Certification. In her current role as Executive Wine Director at Little Saint, she is building an accessible wine program where she leads a talented team dedicated to creating a unique gathering space to support the community and to elevating minority voices in the wine industry.
About Little Saint Wine Program
Little Saint’s Wine Lounge and Program, led by Executive Wine Director Alexandria Sarovich, highlights a 500+ bottle collection of wines that are made by winemakers committed to lessening their impact on the earth. We feature iconic and new-wave producers from around the globe with a strong representation of California wines. There is a wide array of chilled and natural wines and a reserve cellar. Outside of our favorite Sonoma County producers, we have a deep focus on Champagne, Burgundy, Loire Valley and Italy.
About Little Saint
Little Saint is a 100% plant-based restaurant, coffee bar, wine lounge, cocktail bar and music venue located in downtown Healdsburg in Sonoma County, California. Born from a passionate collaboration between owners Laurie and Jeff Ubben, Director Jenny Hess, and Creative Director Ken Fulk, Little Saint is dedicated to climate justice, animal welfare, and kindness for all beings with a mindfulness of sustainable practices and support for emerging makers and musicians. The exceptional culinary program has added Little Saint to ‘The New York Times’ “Best 50 Restaurants” and ‘Vegetarian Times’ “Best New Restaurants” picks in 2022. 25 North Street, Healdsburg, CA
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
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This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats
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.

139: Father & Son Doctors Talk Strong Bones for Life, Service & Medicine.

139: Father & Son Doctors Talk Strong Bones for Life, Service & Medicine. 
This week Drs. Liston and Liston join Kiki to connect all the dots with your bones.  From tips to supplements and a few humerus jokes in the middle, you will enjoy this friendly yet helpful interview to get and keep you strong!
Dr. Michael Liston
Dr. Michael Liston Jr
Today's Lexi: 
Οστά - Osta (or Kokola) - Bones 
In Today’s Episode:
Everything is important until you get sick; then you realize health is the most important thing.  Today Father and Son Doctors impart bone health tips with whole person kernels of wisdom.
Dr Michael Liston (orthopedic surgeon), together with his son, Dr Michael Liston Jr (family practitioner) are providing the answers to live healthier in your bones. 
Which supplements support bone health, and what tests or scans to consider? What is the dexa scan?
We need bone marrow to live - what is it?
And how does keeping your muscles strong dampen the chance for injury? 
Don’t miss this episode, for in it you learn the power of family, role models, inspiration and medical suggestions to keep all of you and yours well, happy and ola kala.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Food to support bone health
Resources:
Simple Steps to Boost Bone Health
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
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For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats
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.

138: Grounding - The Simple Self Care Remedy

138: Grounding- The Simple Self Care Remedy
Kiki goes grounding and taps into what the doctors and researchers say about this ancient therapy, which provides many health benefits for the whole person.
Kiki reflects in her garden
Today's Lexi: 
Χοταρι - Chotari -Grass
In Today’s Episode:
Grounding, also known as earthing, is an ancient therapy which continues to be practiced for many health benefits.  Numerous researchers and doctors – including Cardiologist Dr Stephen Sinatra – study grounding as a natural and free way to replenish electrons, allowing a healthy body flow. 
Today, Kiki shares a monologue to teach you more about grounding, a method that can begin to support your healing naturally.  Its one more simple way to take care of yourself and reap the rewards easily.
Some benefits of grounding include:
Better sleep
Reduced inflammation and stress
Improved energy and blood flow
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Mother Earth and Health
Resources:
The effects of grounding (earthing) on inflammation, the immune response, wound healing, and prevention and treatment of chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases
One-Hour Contact with the Earth’s Surface (Grounding) Improves Inflammation and Blood Flow—A Randomized, Double-Blind, Pilot Study
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats
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.

137: From PBS to Ted’s Everyday Eats – Home Cook Ted Pappas Creates the Best Recipes with Food, Family and Memories

137: From PBS to Ted’s Everyday Eats – Home Cook Ted Pappas Creates the Best Recipes with Food, Family and Memories
This week on Kefi L!fe we are excited to chat with “The Great American Recipe,” contestant Ted Pappas about food, family and memories.
Ted Pappas
Today's Lexi: 
Μετανάστης - Metanastis - Immigrant
In Today’s Episode:
Kefi L!fe goes behind the scenes of the PBS show “The Great American Recipe,” to experience the heritage, traditions and ancestors of one Greek American Home Cook: Ted Pappas.
Ted, an architect by trade and a home cook by passion, shares how his grandparents and parents helped others through food.  His Greek heritage makes a mark on each recipe which has a story that leaves a legacy for his family. 
Which food can be used in every culture around the world? 
What recipe did Ted choose to participate in season 2 of The Great American recipe, and why did it take him down memory lane?
A fun episode to stimulate your personal culture and inspire you to cook for self and others.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Help others help yourself
Resources:
Ted Pappas on YouTube (@TedsEverydayEats)
Ted Pappas in Instagram (@teds_everyday_eats)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats
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.

136: What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger: An Ironman’s Testimony

136: What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger: An Ironman’s Testimony
Kefi L!fe kicks off mental awareness month with an Iron Man’s testimony about staying mentally strong during life-threatening adversity. 
Sara Fix - Ironman
Sara Fix
Today's Lexi: 
Κάθε μέρα - Kathe Mera - Everyday
In Today’s Episode:
A two-time, seventh-place world Ironman Champion, Sara Fix kicks off Mental Awareness Month during a chat about staying mentally strong in the midst of life-threatening adversity. 
This 28-time finisher has something important to share with you, and that is that to deal with fear, you must change your mindset. 
Kefi L!fe: a balance of mind, body and spirit…. listen to this entire episode to get inspired & uplifted in the whole person. 
Takeaways:
What to do when you hit a wall.
Where there is a will there is a way.
The secret to keep going in all situations.
Cancer - it’s just a footnote.
Get excited about something and begin working on it.
Go Brewing - your chance to pass the positive baton.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Build Your Own Toolbox
Resources:
SARA FIX: An IronMan Mentality Saves The Day
Sara's Story
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
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For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats
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.

135: Mindful Movement

135: Mindful Movement
Personal Trainer and Barefoot Specialist Nikki Graybill share the reason and the way to mindful movement for balanced health.
Nikki Graybill
Today's Lexi: 
Προσεκτικόs - Prosektikos -Mindful
In Today’s Episode:
Which exercise keeps us connected as a human?
The powerhouse of all excises: The Squat! Learn the correct form to perform it.
Does mindset make a difference in the way our bodies function and move?
The science proves that the disposition we carry transfers to our physical well-being. 
Our bodies hear everything our mind says so …feed it - fuel it with positivity!
Positive affirmation examples which show us how it’s done.   Nikki shares some things to tell yourself when you’re working out.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Take care of self by being mindful
Resources:
Nikki Graybill Fitness 
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.com
and
Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats
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.

134: Why Mushrooms?

134: Why Mushrooms?
Chicago’s Premiere Organic Gourmet Mushroom Farm is all about your wellbeing.  Owner Johnny and Mycologist Matt are dishing out the Fungetarian love during this episode of Kefi L!fe.
Johnny, Kiki, and Matt
Today's Lexi: 
Λουλούδια - Louoloudia - Flowers
In Today’s Episode:
Johnny and Matt enlighten all of us on the love mushrooms provide for the mind, body and spirit. 
Discover how penicillin and mushrooms align.
How many mushroom varieties are there in the world and how big is the kingdom they belong to?
Discussion about world hunger and the mushroom solution.
Plus, get all the health benefits of mushrooms from improving winter blues to digestion and low-calorie advantages. 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Raw Foods Cooked
Resources:
WindyCityMushroom.com
Windy City Mushroom on Facebook (@windycitymushroom)
Windy City Mushroom on Instagram (@windycitymushroom)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Insta: @kefilife_
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.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.

133: Joy with Tablespaces and Charcuterie Boards

133: Joy with Tablespaces and Charcuterie Boards
Entrepreneur Mel Pugh brings your dining vision to life with her artistic customized Charcuterie boards and Tablescapes. 
Mel Pugh
Charcuterie 
Today's Lexi: 
Χαρά - Chara - Joy
In Today’s Episode:
Before you know it, the holidays will be here, and the Kefi L!fe Team wants to help you create an unforgettable meal experience. 
Our guest, business development executive-turned-Décor Stylist MEL PUGH of Set Thee Mood with Mel, is bursting with creativity for your next special event.
Get inspired with her truly unique charcuterie boards.
Board Highlights:
Fresh Ingredients
Artistic Flare
Food Safety
Your vision with Mel’s creativity
Locally sourced edibles
Beautiful presentation with delicious offerings
What makes a unique charcuterie board? The value of food and conversation.
What is Mel’s favorite charcuterie board and why?
What is tablescaping?
This episode brings JOY to your table, one that will be remembered for the ages. 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
Convo Starters
Resources:
SET THEE MOOD
Set Thee Mood on Instagram (@settheemood)
Credits:
Music: Spiro Dussias
Vocals: Zabrina Hay
Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary
 
🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒
Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Insta: @kefilife_
For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife.
This episode made possible in part by:
The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1
LTLawChicago.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.