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My day ... er, night ... job is working on the copy desk here at the paper, designing pages, editing stories and writing headlines. So why I am writing a blog about food?

Well, cooking has always been a big part of my life -- large family dinners on tables teeming with food were a holiday (and everyday) staple. Add a mom who catered for more than a decade, and it was natural that I would be pressed into service early on cooking for large groups of people -- something I love doing even now that I'm on my own.

That doesn't mean, however, that I always know what I'm doing. I'm always experimenting and learning what works and what doesn't. And this blog will basically be just that -- experimenting and sharing with you tips and tricks (and a few recipes) I've picked up along the way, along with my thoughts about what goes on in the kitchen.

Luckily, I work in a newsroom, so my husband won't have to be the only guinea pig trying my experiments. (Note to readers: People working in a newsroom will eat anything -- and they won't ask silly questions like, "Where did this come from?" If it shows up in the office, it will be eaten.)

I want to hear from you, too. Send me your tips, recipes and questions. So kick off your shoes, pull up a plate, and welcome to my kitchen!