I'm a young professional and newlywed. I love to shop, read, cook, bake, host dinner parties and cocktail hour! I sometimes feel that I'm a few generations late as I'd love to make being the perfect housewife/hostess my full time job! I have always made appetizers & desserts for family events. I didn't really make actual meals until the last few years but am getting better everyday. Appetizers and desserts. I love tiny meals because I feel less guiltly for loving (and never denying myself) all things sweet and savory. I find new recipes constantly and give them a whirl. Most recently was Sushi! I was so proud when my first roll came together. Authentic Mexican & Italian. My first thanksgiving meal, mainly my turkey, November of 2007 as a newlywed! I had my family over and a few different guests said that it was the best thanksgiving meal they've ever had! Pie crust. I've tried every trick under the sun and I cannot figure it out.