I'm trying to expand my repertoire beyond the standard "meat and potatoes" diet by learning international recipes. My challenge is to learn what ethnic ingredients to use and where to find them, and to find recipes that aren't too laborious or time consuming. I'm especially interested in learning about the spices and seasonings from other cultures. Grain-free (gluten-free), sugar-free, natural (chemical-free) foods. Cooking everything from scratch using fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible. Salads, salads, salads. Tragedy is a strong word, don't you think?