I am a military wife, which means I get to experience many regional and international cuisines. Librarian in training. I love to read. I love to cook. I love to read cookbooks!!! I adore baking. Baked goods are pretty and they make people happy. I am also really into French cuisine and using classic techniques to transform healthier foods. Poring over my mom's battered Betty Crocker Cooky Book, deciding which cookies to bake. I have perfected a few classic recipes: Quiche Lorraine, Braised short ribs, roasted vegetables, baked salmon. Too many to mention! You can't learn without risking a few ingredients!