An introduction

I love food, always have.  A long time ago, when I was younger I remember always wanting to help in the kitchen and being fascinated by the magic that occurred there.  Watching ingredients, many that alone don't taste that good, come together to create a dish that tastes great amazed me.  I felt that I needed to learn.  Growing up in the New York City area, I was also exposed to foods from many regions.  I remember eating in restaurants that served French, Czech, Chinese, Sushi, Brazilian and many, many more.  While in the military, I was further exposed to food, traveling to 40 states and 9 countries I was able to explore and try food from restaurants and street vendors.
On top of of trying many types of food, I also love to cook.  Working in a firehouse for 10 years, as well as being the father of 4, has taught me to cook for people that are not afraid to let you know if you have messed up.  First with cookbooks and cooking shows and later with the internet, I try and find different foods to prepare.  I also have my staples that I prepare, but I always tamper with them in some way. 
In this blog, I plan to discuss recipes, talk about places I have eaten, and review cookbooks and shows I have come across.  I hope to hear from anyone who reads this.  Until the next time.