The recipes presented in this book are only a small subset of Elena's "secrets" and reflect a diversity of her tastes. From a variety of starters, this book takes you on a journey through the jungles of salads and appetizers over the oceans of soups and into the land of astonishing entrees, from which it invites you into the dreamland of fancy desserts. This incredible voyage will bring happiness to the hearts and bellies of its lucky "travelers" so gather your loved ones and enjoy your time together around a table full of fantastic food.