My name is Craig and I love food.

For me, food has always been a way to bring people together. Whether it was in a restaurant, at the table, or just gathered in the kitchen, most of my favorite memories revolve around my family, friends, and food. Growing up, it wasn’t always easy for us to say, “I’m sorry”. When we argued, we often didn’t talk for hours at a time. Food became our way of patching things up. Favorite meals or foods were the easiest way for us to express our love for one another.

As I have gotten older, I realize more and more that this idea has stayed with me. Food brings us together. If I try something new, it is often at the urging of a friend. When I am in the kitchen, it’s a reminder that I used to play and lick spoons while my grandma made pies and cakes. As I cook, I usually have a friend in mind. Sharing a recipe or a sample of something I have made is my way of saying that I like you and that I am happy to have you in my life.

So here it is: an open invitation into my love of food. I hope you like it!