...no One Is Born A Great Cook,

Always Remember: If You're Alone In The Kitchen And You Drop The Lamb, You Can Always Just Pick It Up. Who's Going To Know?

I Don't Believe In Twisting Yourself Into Knots Of Excuses And Explanations Over The Food You Make.... Usually One's Cooking Is Better Than One Thinks It Is. And If The Food Is Truly Vile...then The Cook Must Simply Grit Her Teeth And Bear It With A Smile.

Just Like Becoming An Expert In Wine–you Learn By Drinking It, The Best You Can Afford–you Learn About Great Food By Finding The Best There Is, Whether Simply Or Luxurious. The You Savor It, Analyze It, And Discuss It With Your Companions, And You Compare It With Other Experiences.

Eating Is The Secret To Good Cooking.

You Learn To Cook So That You Don't Have To Be A Slave To Recipes. You Get What's In Season And You Know What To Do With It.