Penny wrote: > Yes, Liz -- actually, I'm a retired Chinese cooking teacher. > And a dedicated liason for Chinese scholars and students > who studied in the NYC area. I've always been intriqued by the interplay of Taoism and Confucianism in the various cuisines of China. How fascinating that you have made this part of your life's work. Which perspective has influenced your cooking the most? Do you see it reflected in your gardening style, as well? Catharine