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I am not a chef, but I am extemely passionate about cooking. in addition to the above suggestions, watch cooking on tv, and pick up a few cookbooks books at the library/bookstore. Hands on experience is the best, especially if you want to pursue this as a career, and research culinary schools...

aww! you guys are so helpful!! i will consider making the risotto as a first course, or replacing it with a pilaf - those recipes sound fantastic! our guests are in for the weekend, so we have lots of time with them - we are all the type to congregate in the kitchen with wine and chat away...

Hi guys! I'm new to the Forum and I think I will enjoy it here! I am a little confused about pairing foods with side dishes, salads, etc... I'm cooking some lamb chops for guests. I am going to make them with fresh rosemary, olive oil, lemon and a lil' wine in the grill pan. Appetizers are...