Despite my inclinations to play it safe in the kitchen, I am surprised as I reflect on the number of risks I have taken during the last several weeks. The more adventurous I become in my cooking, the more I open myself up to failure, and while that normally runs contrary to my perfectionist nature, I can’t seem to help myself. Cuisines of other cultures are drawing me in, and I am grateful to be experiencing so many new foods. Of course, not every trial has resulted in victory, but I’m convinced that there is much triumph in learning through …

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