What I learned from Masterchef

As I write this, the Australian Masterchef finale 2011 is airing. For reasons known only to them (I suspect to boost ratings on a struggling show) they broke the finale into two and inserted another reality competition in the middle. Just plain stupid. Mostly because it ticked off the viewership. Big time. Anyway, this post … Continue reading →

The Joy of Cooking

For the last few years I have had a quote on my fridge taken from a desk calendar called “The Joy of Cooking”. The quote goes: “Cooking is not brain surgery – all you need is good ingredients, some simple equipment, and the desire to cook for those you love.” – Ethan Becker I don’t … Continue reading →