As someone born and raised in New Jersey, I was delighted to share my story about September 11, 2001, in a live interview with Ken Rosato for On New Jersey News. Healing from hardships, especially something as devastating as 9/11, is no easy task; it becomes a deeply personal journey. The road to recovery requires time and patience. In the video below, I explain how, as a chef, I discovered a source of healing in cooking, even after initially not wanting to pursue it as a profession. Slowly but surely, the fundamental aspects of cooking helped me feel good again. I believe it can do the same for you, too.