I learned to cook when I was a young girl growing up in Brazil. It started out of necessity more than curiosity. After my parents divorced, I moved with my mom who worked full time. I was responsible for cooking our meals, cleaning the bathroom and shopping at our local NON certified street farmer's market on Thursdays before school. Soon I realize that the kitchen was the place where I was free to create. Cooking became an adventure and a challenge that I looked forward to tackle everyday. It all started when I was 13 and I haven't stopped cooking since then.

1. What is the strangest food you have ever eaten?

   Angulas (baby eel that look like round worms)

2. What do you cook when home alone?

   Anything with cheese and creativity

3. Your most treasured kitchen possession:

   My Le Creuset pans and my inspiration

4. The ideal number of guests for a dinner party is:

   6 ... and counting