We are all immigrants. Some of us may be a few hundred years before the rest. While stressing heritage for her children, O'Keeffe finds more similarities than differences with her friends in the Golden Strip. We love it down South. But she notes that sometimes her natural forthrightness surprises her neighbors.
Irish people have a great sense of wit.
We will tell the truth, there's no fiddles and triddles about it. On occasion, she has had to explain things rather quickly. For instance, when she asks someone if they had a good crack at a party, she is not advocating drug use. The confusion has made for some awkward but funny moments. That's what the recipe is all about.