With love from the Kitchen

I have begun the process of working on my second cookbook. This will be my alter ego debut. See, I am the mom who is committed to the health and well being of children all over the world. When they go to bed, I am a chef who also enjoys the complete indulgence of fabulous food and adore cooking and creating recipes for those with a penchant for taste and adventure.

I am writing this book for the food lover in all of us. There are two things that make all the difference in the world when you are cooking. The first thing is your mood. If you do not enter the kitchen with love and positive feelings and confidence in what you're cooking, then stay away until you work it out. It isn't just about technique. It is your emotional connection to what you are doing. The second is the quality of your ingredients. Wilted herbs or vegetables or cheap imitation ingredients will not ensure a beautiful product. You are cheating your mind, body and soul.

Food can be romantic. It is an expression of love. It is food for not only the body and soul, but also for your taste buds. It should be gesture of love and should be approached that way. For your children, it will make them feel loved and cared for. Tell them it has been made with love for them. For your lover, let them know that the love you feel for them has inspired you to create. Please join me on my journey to create the ultimate cookbook that will help excite and delight all of those who will savor the delicious recipes I create for this book.