Marlena Spieler

Marlena Spieler is a well-known cookbook author, food writer, and broadcaster. Her many cookbooks include "Peppers, Peppers, Peppers;" the best-selling "Classic Barbecue and Grill Cookbook;" and the award-winning "Feeding Friends." In addition to writing a column in the "San Francisco Chronicle" food section, she also contributes to "Bon Appetit" and other magazines. Ms. Spieler lives in England.