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The SavvyCast is a podcast of the Family Savvy blog, where Jamie Tarence will host savvy guests to discuss real life topics that affect us all. Food and family. Marriage and divorce. Fitness and health. The Enneagram and relationships. Each episode is designed to entertain, educate and inspire all who listen. Everyone is welcome at the table! So grab a cup of coffee, and let’s talk.

The SavvyCast Jamie Tarence

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    • 4.9 • 103 Ratings

The SavvyCast is a podcast of the Family Savvy blog, where Jamie Tarence will host savvy guests to discuss real life topics that affect us all. Food and family. Marriage and divorce. Fitness and health. The Enneagram and relationships. Each episode is designed to entertain, educate and inspire all who listen. Everyone is welcome at the table! So grab a cup of coffee, and let’s talk.

    My Exact Cold Brew Recipe (You'll Be Obsessed)

    My Exact Cold Brew Recipe (You'll Be Obsessed)

    If you are looking for a homemade cold brew recipe that rivals your favorite coffee shop, give this episode a listen! 
    Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my all-time favorite cold brew recipe. I love an iced coffee drink, but I don't love constantly buying expensive high-sugar drinks every day. Before I perfected my cold brew recipe, I never thought homemade could taste as good as a drink from my favorite coffee shop. Now I make my own cold brew all the time- I even prefer it! In this episode, I share the steps and products I use to make delicious cold brew at home. 
    Resources Mentioned In This Episode: STOK Cold Brew Coffee
    Whole Earth Sweetener 
    Chobani Coffee Creamer 
    President French Style Gourmet Whipped Cream 
    Williams Sonoma Working Glasses With Lids 
    Milk Frother Wand 
    More Cold Brew Essentials 
    I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!
    If you like this podcast, check these out:
    Sourdough Baking Tips: Part Two
    How to Make the Best Coffee of Your Life
    For all things Family Savvy, visit our LinkTree 
     

    • 15 min
    Sourdough Baking Tips: Part Two

    Sourdough Baking Tips: Part Two

    If you are looking to get started making sourdough bread, this episode is for you! 
    Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I have another episode in my mini-series on sourdough bread! If you have been following me on social media, you know I have recently fallen in love with making sourdough bread. In last week's episode, I shared about my potato flake starter. In this episode, I share more about my traditional sourdough starter, how I started making bread, my favorite ways to bake with sourdough, and more! 
    Resources Mentioned In This Episode: My Potato Flake Sourdough Starter Recipe
    Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls 
    The Sourdough class I took
    King Arthur Sourdough Starter Kit 
    The Best Strawberry Nut Bread Recipe Ever
    The Best Banana Nut Bread Recipe
    The Best Blueberry Bread Recipe
    The Best Fresh Peach Bread 
    The Best Pumpkin Bread
    Redmond Real Salt
    Maldon Salt
    More Sourdough Essentials
    I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!
    If you like this podcast, check these out:
    Jamie’s Newest Obsession: Making Sourdough Bread
    Making Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home
    For all things Family Savvy, visit our LinkTree 
     

    • 22 min
    • video
    Sourdough Bread Tips From My Latest Obsession

    Sourdough Bread Tips From My Latest Obsession

    This week, I am sharing all about my newfound love for breadmaking!
    Episode At A Glance: This week on the SavvyCast, I am sharing all about my newest obsession- making sourdough bread! I have always loved real sourdough bread but was so intimidated by the process of making it myself. After taking a sourdough for beginners class, I have been experimenting with different types of starters and have learned to love the process! In this episode, I share about my potato flake starter, my "feeding routine," how I love to use it, and more!
    Resources Mentioned In This Episode: USA Baking Bread Pans Redmond Real Salt Sourdough Baskets and Linen Covers Maldon Salt More Sourdough Essentials I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!
    If you like this podcast, check these out:
    Making Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home
    Three Perfect Sides For Hosting A BBQ Dinner
    For all things Family Savvy, visit our LinkTree

    • 29 min
    The Mother of the Bride's Guide to Wedding Planning with Handley McCrory Smith

    The Mother of the Bride's Guide to Wedding Planning with Handley McCrory Smith

    This week on The SavvyCast, wedding planner Handley McCrory Smith joins me to share the Mother of the Bride's guide to wedding planning!
    Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, Handley McCrory Smith of Handley Breaux Designs joins me to discuss all things wedding planning. Handley and her team planned my twin daughters' weddings, and I cannot imagine going through this process without them! Handley is an expert in the wedding industry, and she made the whole experience seamless, beautiful, and low-stress. In this episode, we discuss wedding planning from the Mother of the Bride's point of view. If you are currently planning a wedding or have children who will get married in the future, Handley's fabulous tips and recommendations will be so valuable!
    Favorite Vendors: Purcell Farms Reynolds Plantation Katie Gibert Nardos Design Britt Wood Designs Village Sportswear Gus Mayer Heidi El Nora Resources Mentioned In This Episode Handley's Instagram Handley's Website Handley's Email: booking@handleybreauxdesigns.com Handley's Phone Number: 205-900-8804

    • 24 min
    Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home

    Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home

    Healthy and delicious bone broth doesn't have to be complicated to make or expensive to buy! In this episode, I share easy tips for how you can make it at home!
    Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing the details of how I make delicious bone broth at home. Bone broth has gained popularity over the last few years, and for good reason! It is packed with protein and collagen, making it more nutritious than ordinary broth. Bone broth can be expensive to buy, but it is so easy to make at home! In this episode, I walk listeners through each step of the process. I also share my favorite ways to use homemade bone broth and my favorite kitchen tools that make the process even easier!
     
    Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe Curry Chicken Salad Buffalo Chicken Dip Rosti Margarithe Bowl and Colander Souper Cubes Freezing Tray Make & Freeze: Homemade Rotisserie Chicken Bone Broth More Bone Broth Kitchen Essentials

    • 18 min
    Three Sides to Elevate your BBQ Dinner

    Three Sides to Elevate your BBQ Dinner

    This week on The SavvyCast, I am doing a "dinner party planning" episode. Here, I share my favorite sides to pair with a BBQ dinner.
    Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my top three favorite sides to serve alongside BBQ. Here in the South, the weather is warming up and spring is in the air! The longer days and sunshine have me dreaming of summertime hosting, and there is nothing better than a BBQ. There is something for everyone to love, and with a few sides and a fabulous dessert, you have an amazing BBQ dinner to share with friends or family. In this episode, I share my go-to sides to pair with BBQ, and you are sure to love these crowd favorites!
    Recipes Mentioned In This Episode: Bobby's Boston Butt The Best Vinegar Slaw Southern Potato Salad Beale Street Baked Beans Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Perfect Coleslaw Hack Cuisinart Food Processor

    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
103 Ratings

103 Ratings

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Fabulous!

I have followed Family Savvy on Instagram for quite some time but had no idea there was a podcast until recently. It has become one of my favorite podcasts! Jamie has such great topics and guests and it’s the perfect balance of informative, yet down to earth.

Neesie57 ,

You’ll gain insight, knowledge & tips to live your best life!

I have learned so many helpful tips from Jamie, whether it is cooking, cleaning or shopping for wonderful products. I especially love for episodes with season to professionals, sharing their knowledge with us all. Follow along – you’ll be glad you did!

Over 45 Male ,

A must follow

I love Jamie and thoroughly enjoy listening to her show especially when I’m in the car for a bit or on a walk. All of her guest info, and topics, are so valuable to women and families in general! Many times I have shared the content with my husband.
Very thankful for the intentional work that she does and the time that she puts into sharing through podcasts & instagram!

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