From Lady Ralston's Kitchen

<p>Lady Carolyne Lederer-Ralston is a creative cook by nature. She rarely uses cookbooks preferring to develop her own original no-waste recipes inspired by diverse sources and cultures particularly European foodstuffs. Documenting her process with meticulous handwritten notes some dating back decades she recreates dishes later in her 'spirit-filled kitchen'. She keeps copious handwritten notes while she cooks so she can return to the notes promptly to recreate the recipe in proper printed form. Some of her original recipes go back to the 1970s long before Gourmet became the buzzword it is today.</p><p>A natural multi-tasker she balanced a demanding full-time career with preparing full homemade meals daily. Planning and organization (mise en place) are vital to her approach as is a well-stocked pantry. She includes practical hints within her recipes and readers often say they feel she's right there with them in the kitchen - a compliment Lady Ralston cherishes.</p>