"Then, perhaps instead of thanking the overpowering sauce, I should thank your dislike of carrots," Penelope teased and continued to eat the few carrots that were left on her plate. She was also quite enjoying the wine and was glad that they were drinking it with dinner because if not, she probably would've been happily tipsy instead of just pleasantly warm.
"Certainly not," she replied, "I was more afraid of my cooking abilities than anything. I will be brave eventually." The book was large and held so many menus for different recipes that corresponded with the different months of the year. It was all very organized and Penny loved that about it, but was also very overwhelmed. She didn't know there were so many things to know about food and setting a proper table. "What sorts of strange foods do you like?"