Craig Claiborne

I am simply of the opinion that you cannot be taught to write. You have to spend a lifetime in love with words.

Nothing rekindles my spirits, gives comfort to my heart and mind, more than a visit to Mississippi... and to be regaled as I often have been, with a platter of fried chicken, field peas, collard greens, fresh corn on the cob, sliced tomatoes with French dressing... and to top it all off with a wedge of freshly baked pecan pie.

Cooking is at once child's play and adult joy. And cooking done with care is an act of love.