Cooking, Camping, & Culinary Adventures with Lydia Gwin

In this deliciously fun episode, Sara is joined by Lydia Gwin, a St. Louis-based culinary instructor, travel advisor, mom of two, and the creative force behind Gwin’s Tiny Kitchen. Lydia has built a career around helping kids (and adults!) connect the dots between food, science, culture, and travel. She teaches hands-on cooking classes to all ages, hosts camps, curates immersive culinary trips, and shares practical, family-friendly ways to make mealtime more meaningful and adventurous. Together, Sara and Lydia dive into:  🍴 How & why to get kids involved in the cooking process  🔥 Tips for cooking with kids at the campsite or outdoors  🥘 Favorite kid-friendly recipes and camping meals  🌍 How to use food while traveling to teach kids about different cultures  🥒 What to do about picky eaters—both at home and on the road  🧳 How to find family-friendly food experiences when traveling  …plus Lydia shares a sneak peek into her exciting upcoming culinary tours! Whether you’re a campfire cooking rookie, a tired parent with picky eaters, or a food-loving family looking to explore the world through your tastebuds, this episode is packed with practical tips, inspiration, and a whole lot of heart. Gwin's Tiny Kitchen Website: www.gwinstinykitchen.com Instagram: @gwinstinykitchen Lydia's Travel: @gwinstravelingkitchen Run Wild My Child Magazine RWMC website: www.runwildmychild.com RWMC Instagram: @runwild.mychild Lydia's Recommendations: Children's Silver Spoon Italy Priya's Kitchen Adventures Cookbook for Kids Modern Proper Cookbook The Lost Kitchen Cookbook Six Seasons Cookbook