Claus Meyer

I've never traveled outside of the U.S., but if I could, I've always been interested in England. Also, since reading "Under the Tuscan Sun", and since I'm half Italian, going to Italy wouldn't be too bad, either. But Scandinavia is one place which has never tempted me in the past - I don't know why, exactly. It may be that the proximity to the north pole put me off; I've always disliked the cold. 

All that changed, however, when I discovered Claus Meyer on create tv.  I had recently discovered this interesting channel full of cooking and craft-type shows, and one night I tuned in and saw this fellow cooking in the middle of a green meadow with wind blowing - what beautiful scenery!  And such a personality this guy has!   He's Danish, and this show is expertly done, with great music, camera work, outdoor shots - everything about the program is perfect, and why shouldn't it be?  It's sponsored by the tourism board  - they know what they're doing!  Gorgeous!

He loves the outdoors; knows all about berries and other things which grow wild, and where to pick them - it's really fascinating. I've tried a couple of recipes already - couldn't resist! I definitely have a different view of the Scandinavian countries now.

It only lasted 13 weeks, and guess what?  I bought the dvds.