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John H. ping John You are not connected to John H. The Basics Location: Kennebunk, Maine Hometown: Kennebunk Gender: male Birthday: April 12, 1957 Sexual Orientation: straight Relationship Status: married Children: I have children (In College, Adult children, Teenagers) Profile updated: Mar 01, 2008 Last signed in: Aug 18, 2008 Member since: Feb 02, 2008 Friends view all » George Vreeland Hill . Jen D. Sandy S J W. Sonia M. Mariana T. ~*~Nina~*~ R. Julie (serenity seeker) G. Sue B.© The Sting IS Worse Than the Buzz Groups view all » Post Office @ Gather Town The Reader's Lounge !! ~*~ Show Me the Points ~*~ !! Gather Broadcasting No theme...post what you want..when you want. Artistic Minds® Blue Ribbon Recipes! Recipes, Cooking, and Food Healthy Food John H.'s Popular Tags food (13) sustainable foods (11) cooking (11) organic foods (10) chef (9) gourmet food (8) seafood (7) slow food (7) maine (6) wine (4) gourmet cuisine (3) pasta (3) travel (3) creole (2) cajun (2) mussels (2) sex (2) youtube (2) winter treats (2) chicago (2)

John loves to cook John's Feed view: all activities posts photos videos comments status changes profile updates new friends pings left and received groups joined groups created John commented on the post 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is rotten from the Head down by Richard Owl Mirror Aug 05, 2008 10:35AM EDT "I feel like when I visit politics.gather I am visiting "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" A bunch of loons from both corrupt political parties trying to make their respective party appear . . ." more John commented on the post Why Obama is a rock star by The Militant Moderate Aug 05, 2008 10:21AM EDT "As I sit and read the childish comments and pety reasoning from both the Democrat and Republican point-of-view, I am saddened by the fact that we most certainly are headed further and further down the . . ." more John commented on the post 2007 NTU's Congressional Ratings by Charles Temm JR Jul 25, 2008 11:18AM EDT "And no one more in favor of the fairest tax of all - the 10% flat tax paid by every income earner, small business and large corporation (loopholes not allowed), than I!!! Also, it is time to repeal any . . ." more John commented on the post 2007 NTU's Congressional Ratings by Charles Temm JR Jul 25, 2008 11:18AM EDT "And no one more in favor of the fairest tax of all - the 10% flat tax paid by every income earner, small business and large corporation (looholes not allowed) than I!!! Also, it is time to repeal any . . ." more John commented on the post 2007 NTU's Congressional Ratings by Charles Temm JR Jul 24, 2008 8:05PM EDT "Charles; I'd like to add one more question/requirement to the 2008 NTU survey: FEDERAL BAIL-OUT REFORM: I will work and vote for a U.S. Constitutional Amendment to require that when and if the federal . . ." more first | prev | next About Me People say I'm: funny, knowledgable, honest, a perfectionist, a good teacher, a good listener, a good writer. Describe Yourself: I've been working in professional kitchens for 35+ years and have recently discovered that I love to teach others how to prepare delicious, creative fare using as many organic, all-natural and sustainable products as possible. Check out my website www.cookwithjohn.com On Gather, I'm Looking For ...: other's who love to cook, are interested in food and wine and anything pertaining to food or cooking. Interests Lately I've been listening to: Talking Heads, REM, Grateful Dead and Emerson, Lake & Palmer I'm currently reading: Rick Tramonto's "Amuse~Bouche" The last movie I watched was: The Bucket List - fantastic. I'd love to visit: I leave for France in mid-February '08 I'm curious about: mankind Topping my Wish List is: To become a better person each day. Favorite Music, Artists, Genres: I actually like almost all genres of music, or at least can appreciate all genres if even just for a while. I cannot say that I am a huge "rap" fan but can certainly appreciate some of the songs and musicians. Favorite Books, Writers, Genres: I love a great mystery book, anything with sudden twists and turns. I also like to read investment books and of course anything written about food and/or wine. Favorite Movies, Actors, Genres: I think that every man, woman and child should be required to watch: Schindler's List; Saving Private Ryan; and Requiem for a Dream. I know it's silly but I love ALL James Bond flicks. Jack Nicholson & Tom Hanks are two fo my favorite actors of all time. Favorite TV Shows, Actors: I occasionally watch some of the "food reality" shows like "Top Chef"; "Hell's Kitchen", etc., I have become addicted to "LOST" and thought that "The Soprano's" was one of the best things to ever hit TV. Favorite Places: For me, Maine will always hold a special place in my heart as I started coming to Maine when I was 3 months old and have always felt a very strong connection to it. I love traveling and learning about different cultures and life-styles. Interests and Activities: Food and wine, travel, skiing, scuba diving, photography and investing. Wish List: World peace would be great., An end to hunger globally., To leave a positive imprint on the planet., Respect and cherish Mother Earth., To make a difference. Affiliations Political Affiliation: As little as possible, I cast my votes for the person not the party affiliation. Candidates I support: Honest, moral ones...if there are any. Religious Affiliation: The GOD, no matter what people of various faith's call him/her. Websites: www.cookwithjohn.com Ping Me Displaying 2 of 2 Pings Brian S., Feb 6, 2008, 6:37PM EST Look forward to chatting. I went to culinary school in Italy and France in the spring of 05, hope you enjoy your time there! view Brian's profile | Ping Brian Marianne M., Feb 5, 2008, 10:01PM EST Great to meet you John! I can tell you will be a real culinary asset to Gather!!! Just bookmarked cookwithjohn.com. Looks like an excellent website. view Marianne's profile | Ping Marianne top