Crazy Dream

So everyone has those "if i could do anything in the world" dreams, and I am no different. My secret (well, not so secret now), crazy dream is to open my own restaurant. I'm sure it would totally make me hate to cook, but don't ruin my dream, OK? I don't think there would be one particular style of food but everything would taste like it was made by your mama, or at least what you wish your mama's food tasted like. There would be different daily soup and specials, and it is only natural to serve breakfast all day. There would be Jack Johnson's banana pancakes, chips and queso, and home-style pizza. The menu would change often and I would try to use as much local, organic ingredients possible. It would also be cheap, because great food shouldn't break the bank.

This post came about for two reasons; 1. I am watching Drive-In's, Diners and Dives on the Food Network, and 2. I just made AMAZING red bean, beef chili. I learned to cook by watching my parents, especially my Dad, and I'm still always really impressed with myself when things taste great in the end. I love to cook for others and I think it is so sad that so many people don't know how to cook. The beauty of home cooking is the fact that I know every last thing that goes into what I am eating. If I eat unhealthy, I can't say I didn't realize it. I tend to eat way better at home because I sneak veggies in to unexpected places. I guess for now I will have to settle for cooking for my friends and family, but maybe, one day I'll lose my mind and open a restaurant.