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Rent-a-Grandma

I have always lamented not having a sweet, loving Grandma who would give me juice and tell me stories.  After years of feeling twinges of jealousy whenever friends spoke of their wonderful grandmothers, I have decided to create my own.  She will be everything I’ve always wanted from the grandmother I never had, and I would like to share her warmth and loving kindness with you.

This interactive installation reimagines a gallery space as Grandma’s house.  Interested participants can sign up for 30-minute slots with Grandma.  Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a warm hug and a soft chocolate chip cookie.  Grandma will regale you with interesting stories about her past, and tell you what a gorgeous, wonderful person you are.

[Title pending] for my fresh and delicious cookbook

My mother raised me to celebrate fresh produce, warm kitchens, and boisterous dinner table conversations.  Over the years, I have honed my skills as a vegetarian chef and am ready to share my creativity with the world.  With a firm nod to my culinary hero, Mollie Katzen, I am now organizing my gastronomic explorations in a hand-drawn cookbook.  With a focus on fresh produce and simple combinations, I will lead my readers through the delights of vegetarian cuisine.  I firmly believe in the joy of cooking and hope to incite the same passion in the hearts and minds of the chefs and eaters that peruse my pages.