About me
Someone asked me once "Why the interest in food?" - which made me think & ask myself the same question! In my teens I can remember making myself snacks and being thorough and purposeful with each step - even if it was a sandwich with chocolate 'Quik' milk. If I was home alone, I'd imagine that camera's were on me and I was on a cooking show. Sometimes I'd even talk the audience through the 'recipe'!
Having said that I've never really aspired to be a famous, TV cook but rather 'influential' to others in an encouraging way. When someone is inspired to make one of my recipe's, I am encouraged (& hope so much the recipe is a hit with them and/or whoever eats it). My heart is not to intimidate people away from the kitchen but instead, make them comfortable in their own skin & inspired to try a new recipe.
My family and I don't eat 'gourmet food' every day & I don't want anyone to think they could never invite me to dinner. I'm not a know-all and you get *gold stars* for just being bold and -trying-! Ask me a question if you're puzzled/confused or stumped about something culinary - I would love to help you if I can!
Through my blog I landed a live, (unpaid) on-air foodie segment at a local radio station. I've been doing radio now for nearly 3 years and I love it! :)
Cooking Influences
Helen Varga. A Hungarian lady who at one point hated me but I ate many of her meals & learned so much through observation (& questions). We were friends (with all misunderstandings cleared & forgiven) when she died (in her early 60's) almost 20 years ago after her 4th heart attack. She did use full-fat cream a LOT!
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November 16, 2011Glad you joined Maria. I hope you enjoy the recipes here and I look forward to trying some of your favorites!
