Sharing Italian food whilst gaining knowledge and wisdom from someone who hold plenty of both sounds like a pretty good plan and so I think you've chosen a really good person to share your imaginary dinner with. In truth I think you've already learned a great deal from her and will probably learn more. You sound like a switched on lady, one who is open to learning through other people's experiences and so that's exactly what you'll do; good lessons they'll be too I think.
RE: Weekend-engagement topic week 59: The invite