I am thrilled to announce that my inspirational memoir, Cooking Inspired, will be featured at the prestigious Frankfurt Book Fair this October—and I will be there in person to celebrate!

After surviving the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, I transformed profound adversity into purpose through cooking. That challenging experience inspired me to embrace the philosophy: Design Your Dish, Design Your Life.

Cooking Inspired is not a recipe book. It blends memorable culinary experiences and global adventures with heartfelt reflections on recovery, resilience, creativity, connection, and the courage to begin again. Readers will discover the defining moments, relationships, and international travels that shaped my path.  Showing how the culinary arts can heal, foster growth, and help us discover a renewed sense of direction. In each chapter, there are takeaways for the readers to utilize in their own lives.

As a classically trained graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, London, celebrity chef, culinary tour operator, and motivational speaker, my career has spanned international kitchens, luxury cruise lines, television appearances, and global stages. I look forward to connecting with readers and industry professionals in Frankfurt to share the deeper story behind the book.

Join me at the Frankfurt Book Fair to experience Cooking Inspired! Order your copy today online by clicking here.