Born and raised in Berlin (Germany) with my Mom being German and my Dad being Italian, very frequent travel throughout Europe (mostly Italy) with parents or friends. I finished highschool in 2000 receiving my Abitur, went off for an exchange to Italy and then to the US, where I met my now husband Joe. Got married in '03, living with Joe, our 2 cats Sneef & Skeeter, and our dog Josie in a little home we purchased in '05 in PA. Working in real estate since '04 and loving it! Soon it'll be time to think about further "additions" to our little family... :-) Growing up I was mostly exposed to German and very Italian cuisine. I love picking up on recipes my parents cooked during my time back in Berlin, as well as trying new dishes here and there...