I have always enjoyed cooking (though I'm not much of a baker) and especially since I got married (22 years ago!) I have liked to read cookbooks and prepare interesting meals. My husband and I have especially enjoyed Indian and Mexican food, trying to find recipes and sources that are authentic. I realize it is quite possible to be a LC gourmet, and to adapt most ethnic specialities to this WOE. However, I find that for my continuing weight loss it seems best not to think so much about recipes, food preparation, searching out ingredients, and to turn my interests to other things such as more exercise, learning about supplements, etc.
I both accept this and feel it as a loss. I would like to hear from other "foodies" who have gone through this transition. I've been low carbing for ten months. I cook dinner almost every night for my husband and two children.