Favorite Ingredient: Olive oil! With so many origins and flavor profiles to choose from, her collection has taken over the pantry. Perfect for salad dressings, pasta sauces, vegetable sautés and soups, or just drizzled on crusty bread with a sprinkle of sea salt – the possibilities are endless.

Hobbies: Mary enjoys reading, cooking, walking, classic films (Bette Davis is a favorite) and cooking shows. She loves to explore food markets and neighborhoods, try new foods and recipes, and collect vintage cookbooks.