Preparation is key. Being organized the night before work makes the bleary eyed morning rush just that much easier

Veal piccata is in my top ten list....it's scrumptuous!

Lighting is the most important element. Make sure it's natural and your pictures will turn out great

purple

I have a great Henckel's eight inch chef's knife that I just love

Riverbed is my favorite design

chicken andouille gumbo....the slow cooker adds a great dimension of flavor if you haven't tried it, you should

Pictures and pictures and more pictures! Windows please

Steak Shrimp Proscuitto wrapped asparagus Thin sliced marinated sweet potato

These are an amazing tool in the war against disorganization

Gorgeous classic piece. Fantastic color. Thanks for the opportunity to win, ApartmentTherapy :)

Onions, celery, bell pepper......it's time to make a gumbo!

I'd love to grow chives and rosemary or perhaps a small head of arugula. Thanks for the giveaway : )

I like a 5 minute soft boiled egg

Classic and elegant..thanks for the contest!

Stiletto cake...it'd be gorgeous!

I love grilled fruit - pineapple, banana, peach, pear, plum. Grilling gives the fruit an intensely deep flavor

I would use this blender to create a thick fig mixture for holiday cookies

The smell and taste of satsuma is the essence of holiday time for me...and this year they've been very flavorful!

My absolute favorite slow cooked dish is simple braised chicken. Comfort food at it's finest