“Don't underestimate the importance of having enough room to work. Grilling is much more relaxing when you are not trying to juggle a whole collection of plates and bowls as you do it. If your grill doesn't have enough workspace - and they almost never do - set up a table right next to your grill.”

“When I began writing that I was able and did travel and met some fascinating people and also uncovered some history, which has not been discovered before.”