Eleven days into 2006 and so far things are going great. Spending some time away from the city has given me a chance to relax, think, and cook.
The past year has been a challenging one for both my blog and cooking. For two things that I enjoy more than almost anything else, I was sad to have neglected them so much in 2005. Sometimes I wasn't even all that busy, but simply too tired or stressed to bring myself into the kitchen and write about it. I guess that if it’s not fun, then why bother, right?
In any case, I seem to have gotten things under control. Hopefully better time management and prioritization will provide a better balance in life. And I guess you’ll know how things are going by the frequency of my posts.
I have lots of food-related topics that I’d like to explore in the coming year. More than anything, I think I’d just like to learn how to cook well consistently. It’s my goal to not only learn and become proficient at different preparations, but to also understand the science behind the techniques and the properties of ingredients in each dish. In the process I hope to prepare some interesting and ambitious dishes, and conduct a few crazy experiments. If you have any suggestions, please don’t hesitate to let me know!
The happiest of New Years to you Clement! I know I'm one of the many who look forward to reading of all your discoveries, adventures and culinary achievements over the next 12 months!
Posted by: tara | January 12, 2006 at 11:25 AM
Seconding all of the above, I'm also looking forward to reading and adventuring for 2006. I know how difficult it gets trying to balance things and get into the kitchen.
Happy New Year!
Posted by: Raspberry Sour | January 12, 2006 at 09:40 PM
Welcome back, Clement! We missed you!
I love your blog and I look forward to reading all about your kitchen escapades.
Posted by: Ivonne | January 13, 2006 at 11:07 PM
Hi Clement,
Happy New Year to you and nice to have you back!
Posted by: Reid | January 15, 2006 at 05:03 AM
hi clement, welcome back ;) i, for one, will be checking back often in anticipation of your exciting new posts!
Posted by: J | January 16, 2006 at 07:14 AM
Tara - Happy New Year to you too. I hope all is well with you!
Raspberry Sour - Thanks, hopefully I can cook and blog much more regularly this year. Btw, I like your site redesign, and am thinking about switching to WordPress too.
Ivonne - Thanks, hopefully I will have many adventures to write about!
Reid - Happy New Year to you too, and thanks for still visiting!
J - I will also be checking your site often in anticipation of amazing food and breathtaking photos!
Posted by: Clement | January 16, 2006 at 11:34 PM