I'm from Southwestern Ontario, and I enjoy cooking as a periodic hobby. Family and friends don't seem to mind being guinea pigs for my experimentations with new recipes and formulas. I have a day job that pays the bills, but what I really like to do is make jewelry and stained glass. Someday I'll make the transition that will allow me to do my passions as my full-time job. Due to my allergy to cow's milk, I am constantly on the lookout for recipes that are milk-free, or adaptable to soy substitutions (or the like). I enjoy this site immensely and have tried many recipes here with great results. :)