My Family Tree, Food & Stories: Your Personal Journal of Favorite and Memorable Foods, Recipes, and Stories to Remember

Jul 15, 2025

Sarah Burton hosts Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely, who share their journey f

rom creating a podcast about food and stories to publishing a book, Family Tree, Food & Stories.

We discuss the significance of storytelling in cooking, the connections formed through family recipes, and the role of food in celebrations, particularly weddings. The conversation also touches on kitchen disasters, essential tools for newlyweds to include on their wedding registry, and the importance of family traditions in shaping culinary experiences. Throughout, they emphasize the joy and memories that food brings to our lives and a way to have important recipes all in one place, forever.

Listen to learn more about:

01:06 – Introduction to the Hosts and Their Journey

02:52 – The Power of Storytelling in Food

05:55 – Transitioning from Podcast to Book

08:53 – Creating Family Recipes and Memories

11:51 – The Role of Food in Weddings

14:59 – Innovative Wedding Food Trends

17:58 – Cakes, Traditions, and Personal Stories

20:44 – Cultural Influences on Wedding Cuisine

23:46 – Unique Wedding Toast Traditions

29:00 – Food, Family, and Fun

34:02 – Cooking Disasters and Family Recipes

40:04 – Kitchen Essentials for Newlyweds

44:32 – Favorite Kitchen Appliances and Rituals

48:34 – Personal Stories and Family Traditions

Connect with Nancy & Sylvia:

Website: https://podcast.familytreefoodstories.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FamilyTreeFoodStories/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familytreefoodstories/
Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-tree-food-stories/id1775529835
Link to purchase book: https://a.co/d/93xgfR9

Connect with Sarah:

Website: www.simplylovestudio.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplylovestudio
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplylovestudio
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SimplyLoveLex/

How to work together:

If you’re getting married in the Lexington, Kentucky area and feel overwhelmed when it comes to preparing for your wedding, Simply Love Studio is here for you! Simply Love Studio is a free resource for couples at any stage of their wedding planning process and is funded by Lexington’s most preferred wedding vendors. Make an appointment in person or online with me, Sarah, today with my link!

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