ABOUT THIS COOK:

I used to cook all the time; I need to get back to that. My kids are picky eaters and it is a challenge to cook meals that has something to make everyone happy.

• What is the strangest food you have ever eaten?
  Vastedda (spleen) sandwich, in Italy

• What do you cook when home alone?
  Really interesting, thoughtful salads

• Your most treasured kitchen possession:
  Pasta drying rack

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