The Journey

Rachel Musquiz is a holistic chef, culinary herbalist, and postpartum doula devoted to blending sacred traditions with a science-backed nutrition. She believes holistic nourishment is every woman’s birthright, and most potent during postpartum recovery. 

Much like the goddess Inanna, Rachel’s journey of awakening began with a restless longing for something deeper—and a willingness to leave behind a life that no longer felt aligned. Her healing transpired in the kitchen, where she discovered the transformative power of preparing food with intention, rooted in Ayurvedic principles. For the first time, she found balance in her body and clarity in her life.

In 2016, Rachel moved to Austin to begin anew. There, she opened Curcuma, a charming food truck named after turmeric’s botanical name as a tribute to Ayurveda’s most revered ingredient. She served up Austin's First Golden Mylk (yes, really!), and Curcuma was celebrated for its innovative menu of traditional and trendy offerings, creating a loyal following of kitchari enthusiasts.

Curcuma closed it’s windows in 2020 and transitioned into a line of superfood and spice blends inspired by its beloved menu. This shift allowed Rachel to embrace a quieter season, which included herbalism and doula trainings and a focus on private chef work and holistic retreat catering.

In a natural evolution, women began seeking her guidance and support during IVF, pregnancy, and postpartum. She noticed a shared thread in their journeys: a universal need for care, nourishment, and sisterhood during these transformative times.

This realization became the seed for Doula Kitchen, a space rooted in community and the timeless culinary traditions that have nurtured mothers for generations. Serving the Austin community while dreaming of a global impact, Doula Kitchen celebrates the art of nourishment and the power of connection, carrying forward a vision to support women everywhere.