Mi Abuela Cocina con Kattia Castellanos

Abuela Katia Castellanos, a Cuban grandmother, is introduced as a psychologist, conference speaker, and award-winning advocate for victims of violence. She has dedicated her life to defending victims of violence and has won the 'Corazón Púrpura' award.

Katia Castellanos discusses her journey to the United States and her work as a psychologist and author. She shares anecdotes about her early life and the influence of her great-grandmother on her passion for cooking and family history.

The importance of grandparents in connecting families and providing wisdom and stability is highlighted. The role of grandparents in preserving traditions and supporting stressed parents is emphasized.

Katia's professional journey as a crime specialist working with the police force for over 20 years is discussed. Her dedication to helping victims of crime and promoting self-care through practices like yoga and meditation is mentioned.

Katia shares health and nutrition tips, including the benefits of potassium-rich foods like plantains, the use of olive oil in cooking, and the importance of self-care and emotional awareness. She also discusses the importance of traditional recipes and family cooking.

Katia demonstrates cooking tips, such as preparing crispy plantains using air fryers and reducing oil consumption. She also shares a recipe for Cuban black beans and discusses the significance of incorporating cultural foods into daily meals.

The segment includes a trivia game about olive oil, audience participation, and concluding remarks. The interaction with the audience and the joy of sharing culinary experiences are highlighted.