Not From Concentrate

Jerrelle Guy on Burnout, Creativity, and Finding Magic in Everyday Meals

June 9, 2026·43 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This week, Catherine sits down with cookbook author, photographer, and artist Jerrelle Guy to talk about her beautiful new cookbook, We Fancy.Jerrelle first burst onto the food scene with her acclaimed debut cookbook Black Girl Baking, but success came with a cost. In this conversation, she shares how burnout, creative pressure, and the constant pursuit of "more" led her to rethink not just the way she cooked, but the way she lived.Together, Catherine and Jerrelle discuss:🍅 Why slowing down can unlock creativity ✨ The philosophy behind We Fancy 🥄 How small rituals can make everyday meals feel special 📚 The reality of writing cookbooks 🎨 Food as a form of artistic expression 👶 Motherhood, intuition, and trusting yourself 🧠 Why "just because you can, doesn't mean you should"They also dive into Jerrelle's favorite recipes, including her famous Wednesday Sauce, tiramisu cheesecake, and the simple garnishes that inspired an entire cookbook.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, creatively drained, or disconnected from the joy of cooking, this conversation is a reminder that abundance often starts with paying attention to what's already in front of you.

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