When was the last time someone told you something about yourself that you didn’t know? A while ago I was at lunch with a friend, discussing what we love about cooking (we’re both professional cooks). She enjoys taking care of people, nourishing them. She likes plating family style and making sure the ingredients are visibly recognizable in the final dish. She likes creating community. I told her I like challenging myself. That I like making things that are difficult and exacting; making sure ...

When was the last time someone told you something about yourself that you didn’t know? A while ago I was at lunch with a friend, discussing what we love about cooking (we’re both professional cooks). She enjoys taking care of people, nourishing them. She likes plating family style and making sure the ingredients are visibly recognizable in the final dish. She likes creating community. I told her I like challenging myself. That I like making things that are difficult and exacting; making sure ...