Kitchen Magic
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Welcome to Monday Metaphors!
This Week's Writing Workshop Theme:
Kitchen Magic
To begin, open your notebook, date the page.
Set your timer for 15-20 minutes. Breathe in, release.
Have fun, be present, it's okay to go slow...
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Opening Quotes...
“Eating good food is my favorite thing in the world. Nothing is more blissful.”
– Justine Larbalestier
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"Eating is so intimate. It’s very sensual. When you invite someone to sit at your table and you want to cook for them, you’re inviting a person into your life."
~ Maya Angelou
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"Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together. No matter what culture, everywhere around the world, people get together to eat."
~ Guy Fieri
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"Cooking demands attention, patience, and above all, a respect for the gifts of the earth. It is a form of worship, a way of giving thanks."
~ Judith B. Jones
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"Food, in the end, in our own tradition, is something holy... It's about sharing. It's about honesty. It's about identity."
~ Louise Fresco
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"Food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate."
~ Alan D. Wolfelt
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In your notebook, copy the quotes that resonate the most. Reflect on each quote and ask, "What's true for me today? What's sacred here?" Write in a way that is loose and free. Write to explore.
5 Minute Word Play...
sobremesa
What's the pronunciation? The definition? What do you love about the sound and feel and meaning of this word? When and where have you experienced sobremesa?
Exploring Metaphor...
Kitchen Magic
nourishment
vitality
comfort
security
community
togetherness
celebration
ritual
prosperity
abundance
purity
sacrifice
transition
change
creativity
expression
control
discipline
generosity
hospitality
memory
nostalgia
status
prestige
healing
recovery
mystery
secrecy
transformation
renewal
nature
simplicity
conflict
struggle
rebellion
non-conformity
cleansing
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Which metaphor resonates today? Select one to explore.
Create a journal entry, short story, song, poem, essay, or memoir.
Image to Words.
Photo by Jaime Spaniol on Unsplash
Adding in all the necessary story elements, what's happening here in this setting? Write a 250-500 word scene.
A Writing Tip...
Growing, harvesting, the ingredients, preparation, cooking, eating, meal times, tradition...
Which food-related genres would you love to explore?
gardening articles
recipe writing
culinary memoirs
food journalism
food & travel writing
food policy & ethics
food photography
food reviews
Lean into your interests. See where it leads.
A Special Writing Invitation For You...
Join our writing circle!
Join our fun and friendly Writing Circle Facebook group! Connect with fellow writers, share your Monday Metaphors writing, and find endless inspiration in a supportive, joyful community. Whether you're just starting out or are experienced, our circle is here to welcome you and celebrate your creativity! We're meeting in monthly Zooms to share projects, plans, and accountability support.
Thank you for participating in Monday Metaphors!
Have a great week & happy writing!
~ Kris
