In my long life as a cook, restaurateur, businesswoman, journalist, and novelist, I’ve seen first-hand how cooking (domestic and professional) has the ability to bring people together, uniting them through a shared interest—there’s always something new to learn, no matter your age or previous experience. Cooking is creative, satisfying, and very, very useful. I’m hosting this experience to meet the participants, hear their stories, and hopefully teach them a thing or two along the way!