I'm finding that I have MANY friends who are downsizing - adopting a more minimalist take on life, and lots of other friends who are really getting into cooking (probably due to having to cook so much during the pandemic) and reassessing their culinary requirements. Both groups are asking the same question: "What are the essential pots and pans that I need?"  Today, my guest, Courtney Nzeribe, is well-qualified to lay out a list for you to consider. Not only is she a fabulous cook and former food blogger, she has worked in kitchenware retail for years and has seen the trends come and go, and the buying habits of consumers – young and old.  In addition she has extensive catering experience for private clients and the diplomatic consular community in the Chicago area. She provides wonderful information about not only what you need, but WHY you need it, and her list can accommodate most budgets. She has certainly inspired me! She has shared and fabulous recipe for a wok-seared sea bass. Your friends and family will absolutely love it!