i admit that i eat meats occassionally. however, john and i have vegetarian friends so i have enjoyed preparing meals for them when we entertain. john was shocked how inventive i was and our guests gobbled it all up and didn't get sick! john and i eat a lot of tofu, balsami rice, beans, nuts, veggies, fruiits. i do cook chicken or fish for my brother, so john and i do partake if i cook in volume. i know this is hypocritical but i won't touch lamb or veal. there are some really excellent veggie cookbooks out there!