I am from Dallas, Texas. I started my passion for cooking early on in my Grandma's kitchen. Her name was Gracie, and I really wish I would have had the opportunity to cook with her today. She could make an excellent meal out of most anything and that always impressed me. I enjoyed her cooking, and as I remember it is was very comforting and always delicious. I love to cook soups and sauces mostly. I am always looking to try new things and make new dishes out of old ideas. Cooking Thanksgiving dinner with Mom Completing Culinary school with honors. Not following my instincts in the kitchen.