If variety is the spice of life, then consider me pretty spicy! My culinary adventures include a solo trip to a cooking school in Japan, nestled on the outskirts of Tokyo, where English is a rare commodity. Date nights with my husband often revolve around Michelin-starred restaurants. At home, we embrace a yard-to-table philosophy. My husband is our dedicated gardener, ensuring we always have fresh produce to harvest. 

One of my most memorable culinary experiences was learning the art of sauces and soufflés from one of James Beard Award winner Roy Yamaguchi's executive chefs alongside my daughter. Traveling has always inspired my work; one of my favorite destinations is Israel, where I had the pleasure of shooting at the Levinsky spice market in Tel Aviv. I also attended a cooking school in Italy to hone my pasta-making skills, and most recently, I conquered the challenge of creating the perfect macaron.