Winter is one of the best times to work quietly with the kitchen, not in a complicated way, but in a very intentional one. Warm drinks especially carry a lot of subtle magic this time of year because they slow the body down and bring you back into yourself.

One simple practice I love is turning an everyday cup of tea into a grounding potion, without needing anything elaborate or ritual heavy. As you prepare it, focus less on ingredients and more on presence. Boil the water slowly. Let the steam rise. Notice the smell. This is already part of the work.

As the tea steeps, place your hands around the mug and take a few steady breaths. You do not need to say anything out loud unless it feels natural. Just think about what you want more of right now. Calm, rest, clarity, warmth, protection. Keep it simple. The…

A reminder for those who feel unsure in the kitchen or think they are not “witchy enough” to practice kitchen magic. Kitchen magic is not about complicated recipes, rare ingredients, or elaborate rituals. It is about intention, repetition, and care.

Making tea when you are tired is kitchen magic. Cooking a warm meal when you need grounding is kitchen magic. Adding herbs or spices because they feel comforting or familiar is kitchen magic.

If you want to be more intentional, you can stir clockwise while focusing on nourishment, calm, or warmth. You can choose ingredients that feel supportive to your body that day. You can cook slowly instead of rushing. Nothing needs to be spoken aloud. Nothing needs to be labeled as a spell.

The kitchen is one of the oldest sacred spaces. Feeding yourself is already an act of magic. <3

Blessings,

Avanjia

When your mind feels scattered, foggy, or overstimulated, the herbs you use in your daily routine can make a big difference. Not every remedy has to be a spell or a ritual. Sometimes the simplest support comes from the kitchen and your cup.

Here are a few herbs that naturally help clear the mind and settle your energy:

• Peppermint: Refreshes the mind and sharpens focus. Good for mornings or when you need a reset.

• Rosemary: Known for memory and clarity. You can drink it, cook with it, or diffuse it.

• Lemon balm: Calms anxious thoughts while keeping you mentally alert.

• Ginger: Wakes up the system and increases mental energy without the crash.

Foods for Samhain are grounding, comforting, and tied to earth energy. Think roots, warmth, and nourishment. Potatoes, squash, apples, bread, stews, herbal teas, and anything slow cooked or simmered. What matters most is the intention behind preparing and eating it. Eat slowly. Honor the season. Offer gratitude to the earth for what it provided this year. A simple cup of warm tea with quiet presence can be just as powerful as a feast. <3

Blessings,

Avanjia