Thoughts and musings of a former chef navigating the post-kitchen world.
Hello? Is… is anyone there? I know it’s been quite some time… but I’m still here! A lot has happened since last I blew the dust off this little online sounding board, and I’m finally here to share it with all of you. Where to …
Gah! Has it really been over a month since I posted anything here? Readers (if any of you are still out there), I am so sorry. Life, you know? I’ve been busy with work, taking care of the house and pets and, of course, planning …
It finally happened. Last Sunday night, Liz and I went out on a date night to a restaurant. It feels like it’s been forever. Dining out is one of our greatest pleasures, and I can’t even tell you all how much we’ve missed it. So, …
Hey all! Remember when I said I’d be more regular in terms of putting out content? Fooled you all pretty good, didn’t I? Well, there are a couple things I’ve been working on outside of blog land that I’m happy to share with you. First …
Dearest Readers! Has it been two weeks already since last we were gathered here at this hallowed blog? My most sincere apologies, but I have been BUSY. With what, I hear you asking? Well, first of all, if you’re anywhere in the Ottawa area, you …
While it can be stressful, uncomfortable and lonely for some, I’ve always liked the holiday season. It’s a lot of work capped off with a welcome break, especially under normal circumstances in the restaurant industry. Usually, it’s day after day of packed services and office …
Ottawa pizza can be a pretty polarizing subject. There’s a few schools of thought here, and all of them are valid, depending on what you like. What do I like? I like pizza. I love pizza. Any time, all the time. But I don’t really …
It’s a scary time right now in the world, especially if you view your world through the lens of the restaurant industry. I talk a lot about how I’m making a transition, to be a writer – hopefully a full-time one. But I’ll always be …
What day is it even today? Friday? Sure, that tracks… I mean I put out the garbage yesterday, so… I dunno. Good God, Lemon, this whole social distancing, while nice and relaxing, is really starting to get to me. I’m starting to crave normalcy. I …
