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"The Truth is Seen in The Mirror."

"The Truth is Seen in The Mirror."

"How are you going to get home?" My date for the evening asked in a frantic panic. "I'm magic," I replied with a sneer in my voice. I'd had enough of this woman already and the night was young. I had so much more time to get in trouble before my shift started at noon the next day. Luckily, I was working the swing shifts and didn't have to come in and babysit the morning prep guys anymore. Once we got this new batch of prep cooks, I felt immediate relief, both for getting the backup we needed and because...

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“A Real Tiger King Doesn’t Wear a Stolen Crown.”

“A Real Tiger King Doesn’t Wear a Stolen Crown.”

I can remember it clearly. The sweat pouring down my body; the heat in the air making my lungs feel heavier with each breath. My entire body feels like it’s on pins and needles. I'm about to crash. And I think to myself, is this where I'm going to die? Is this where my dedication and humility have led me? What about the sacrifices I've made to get here? I can't go out like this. Not on this line, not next to these people. I want to die at home in my bed, peacefully--preferably of old age. I always wanted...

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“We Could be Anything, We Choose to Cook”

“We Could be Anything, We Choose to Cook”
Every good kitchen has a story behind it. From spite to passion, we have seen all kinds of venues in our days. But how many of them have a chance to become something iconic?

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“You Always Have Time to Figure it Out.”

“You Always Have Time to Figure it Out.”
Have you ever felt lost and alone in the world?

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“Chefs Like Their Lives Medium-Rare.”

“Chefs Like Their Lives Medium-Rare.”
I can feel the panic creeping up like a cold dark shadow bringing a sense of worry and a feeling of dread in tow while it makes its way toward me.

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