About the Author

Helene Henderson is an African American, Swedish-born chef who was raised in Lulea, Sweden, where she learned cooking. In 1997, she started Lavender Farms Catering in Los Angeles, specializing in organic foods and feeding some of the most famous mouths in town. She lives with her husband, screenwriter and director John Stockwell, and their three children.

Reviews

"As someone who loves to eat and has enjoyed Helene's cooking, I certainly recommend this very interesting cookbook." -Barbara Streisand