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 …
This one is mostly for my friends in the restaurant industry. So, it’s very likely that you’re going back to work soon, if you’re not already there. The restaurant industry was one of the hardest hit by COVID-19. It’s possible that things may never go …
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 …
