041 The Art of Eating Well: Rachel de Thample on Fermentation, Flavour & a Truly Nourishing Life

Send us Fan Mail In this episode expect to feel inspired to waste less, eat better, and enjoy food more than ever. What if the vegetables you’re about to throw away could become some of the most delicious and nourishing food you eat? In this inspiring episode, Rachel shares her journey from working as a chef to becoming deeply immersed in the world of fermentation, unlocking a completely new way of thinking about food, waste, and wellbeing. It’s clear that Rachel has a profound knowledge of how to prepare and eat food to give the maximum nutritional benefits—but what makes her approach so refreshing is how accessible and enjoyable she makes it. From simple ways to ferment leftover vegetables, to her time working at River Cottage, Rachel brings practical insights you can actually use in your own kitchen, no overwhelm, just inspiration. We also dive into: Her go-to meals and how she eats day-to-day Why organic food matters to her (and how to approach it realistically) Her love of wine and how it fits into a balanced, joyful lifestyle The courses she runs at River Cottage How sustainable living doesn’t have to mean restriction - it can mean more flavour, more connection, more enjoyment This conversation is a celebration of midlife lived well, where experience, intuition, and pleasure all come together on the plate. If you’re looking for simple ways to eat better, waste less, and enjoy food more, this episode is packed with ideas to get you started.   Do come and join the conversation 🧠 Key Takeaways You can easily ferment vegetables that would otherwise go to waste Sustainable eating doesn’t mean sacrificing enjoyment Organic food choices can support both health and the environment Simple, everyday meals can still be nourishing and exciting Midlife is an opportunity to slow down and live more intentionally 🌿 Resources & Mentions Follow Rachel on IG here River Cottage courses and workshops Limeburn Hill Biodynamic wines Wild Country Organics Fattoria La Vialla Organic wines and skincare and shots that Rachel mentioned And if you'd like to join my members podcast - the link is below, until next time Amanda  Get in touch with Amanda: Be Healthy with Amanda members podcast Subscribe here - £5.99 / month Email: [email protected] Get your copy of Amanda's book - Feel Good for Menopause here Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandarydernutrition