Patrick cooks up her thoughts on life, pop culture

Danica Patrick answers this week's pop culture questions.

1. What is the most sophisticated meal you can prepare start to finish?

Patrick: I'm a foodie at heart, so I spend as much time as I can cooking. I've even attended a few cooking classes at the Culinary Institute of America. So I'd venture to guess that I am able to cook a wider range of meals than most of the drivers on the circuit.

2. What is your favorite guilty pleasure?

Patrick: Chocolate and red wine.

3. What is the most valuable lesson you've learned in racing?

Patrick: The most valuable thing that racing has taught me is to never give up and always strive to improve. I learn something new every single time I'm behind the wheel, and it's important to always apply what you learn along the way.

4. What is the most outrageous thing a fan has done to get your autograph?

Patrick: Their arm with a sharpie and then they went to have it tattooed; now that's dedication!

5. Reveal one small secret about yourself.

Patrick: I was a cheerleader in high school.

6. List three life accomplishments you'd like to achieve before you turn 50.

Patrick: Win the Indianapolis 500, win a series championship and win my first NASCAR race.