My background as a trained chef influences my home cooking more than I ever expected. I often wing my shopping list, only to realise afterwards that my training has led me to choose just the right ingredients to cover multiple dishes. My pantry and fridge-freezer are somehow always stocked with essentials, as well as half-finished creations that allow me to whip up meals worthy of a professional kitchen in half an hour. In my kitchen, there is always half-baked rolls, fish that has been pin-boned and portioned, and vegetables that are pre-sliced and ready to go.