[emhaas]

Have never done anything like this before. Not professional, but not ignorant in the kitchen. Live in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, PA. Love to cook and enjoy collecting cookbooks from the places we've visited.

[Mezzaluna]

Hello Eileen and welcome to Chef Talk. I'm a home cook too, and get so much from being part of this site. The community is great! Have you stopped in the forum with Denise Landis yet? It's a wonderful opportunity to converse (albeit virtually and in slow motion) with a cookbook author and food writer.

Don't overlook the links at the top of the page for articles, reviews, recipes and a glossary. Post your questions and comments, and visit often.

Regards,
Mezzaluna