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Favorite food: My favorite food is anything I don’t have to cook. Don’t get me wrong, I love food, I just find more enjoyment out of the experience of eating it – particularly with other people. When I think of a favorite food or dish, there is usually a good story behind it.

Favorite local restaurants (formal dining, ethnic, neighborhood bistro): It’s easier for me to think of my favorite spots in basic meal categories – breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks! For breakfast on the weekends, I love the old world feel of the Tower Café. I indulge in the Famous French Toast dipped in custard at least once a month and then take my dog Matti for a walk around William Land Park to erase any food remorse – I can never just order the half plate. My favorite lunch spot is the vegetarian drive-up restaurant Sunflower in Old Fair Oaks. My regular order is a super nutburger, two side orders of tortilla chips (one for myself and the other for the family of chickens that roam outside) and a small banana shake. For dinner with friends, I love to go to places where we can share plates. My top two favorites are Mikuni – where the puff daddy, zig-zag roll and a peach bellini are always a must, and Tapa the World – anything from the menu and a pitcher of sangria never lets me down. For a glass of wine after work, my new favorite is the L Wine Lounge. I’ve only been there a few times now, but I enjoy the modern décor, friendly service and impressive wine list. I also highly recommend the cheese plate!

Favorite dining experience of all time: Celebrating the completion of my master’s degree with my closest friends at Mason’s Restaurant. Ahhhh, nothing compares to the sweet taste of success!

Earliest food-related memory from childhood: Making cupcake cones to share with my classmates on my 8^th birthday.

Most impressive dish you’ve whipped up using only ingredients on hand: Anything I make that turns out edible is impressive to me.

Favorite family recipe:My great-grandmother Veronica Berryessa’s enchiladas. Without fail, this family dish is served at every wedding, reunion, birthday and holiday bash, so whenever I make it at home I not only enjoy the taste but think about all the fond memories I associate with it.