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All Things Culinary School - Oct 11th, 2009
I really wanted to have a guest host for food truck cooking, so we're pushing it until next time. #chef2chef
4:04 pm Oct 11th 2009
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I thought culinary school would be a good topic after reading this a couple weeks ago: http://bit.ly/3E2XsR #chef2chef
4:05 pm Oct 11th 2009
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I guess more and more career changes are enrolling in culinary school. #chef2chef
4:05 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef yep, that's me. I'm 40, changing careers. I'm about to lose my marketing position in December, so it's scary! #chef2chef
4:06 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman For the food truck chat? Nope, but I will! Thanks so much for the recommendation! #chef2chef
4:07 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola Oh no! Sorry about the job loss. Are you feeling good about your decision to pursue a culinary career? #chef2chef
4:07 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@CrudeFood I found an affordable program at our local community college. All of the same info, without the pressure. #chef2chef
4:07 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef I'm writing recipes as we're talking...I think I owe someone a sweet pepper marmalade recipe? #chef2chef
4:08 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola Do you think community college programs lead to as much $ as big name schools?
#chef2chef
4:08 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@SwankyPoe Yes, it stinks. I'm glad I know in advance, others at Disney weren't so lucky. #chef2chef
4:09 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@crudefood @dawnviola I was going to suggest the same. Even a smaller local cooking school to brush up #chef2chef
4:09 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent - What's your ultimate culinary goal? Executive chef? Pastry? Owning your own restaurant? #chef2chef
4:10 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@CrudeFood Yes because they don't just look at school, they look at experience as well. Around here, Le C Bleu has a bad rep #chef2chef
4:10 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef right now, it is just surviving culinary school, with my limbs intact! #chef2chef
4:11 pm Oct 11th 2009
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Hello everyone. Sorry I'm late and that I haven't been here in a while. #chef2chef
4:11 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Indeed! Actually, no major injuries for me. Fellow students not so lucky #chef2chef
4:13 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef c-school has been fun, but not what I expected. I've had to do a lot of research on my own to learn more in-depth #chef2chef
4:13 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent - You should talk to @dawnviola, she's an up and coming pastry pro. ;) #chef2chef
4:13 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent @Chef2Chef Ah, you flatter. I won a pie contest once. LOL! #chef2chef
4:15 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola @cookingstudent - Yes, but it was the national pie competition (Crisco) and on the Food Network a couple wks ago! #chef2chef
4:16 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef @cookingstudent Actually, I think @cookingstudent, you're much further along in school - you're in your last sem.? #chef2chef
4:16 pm Oct 11th 2009
4:16 pm Oct 11th 2009
@cookingstudent It's good to see you again. I remember you from a couple of months ago (whenever it was!) #chef2chef
4:16 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Everyone survived. But there was a lot of blood loss, indeed. Culinary school is not for the squeamish! #chef2chef
4:16 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef My passion is teaching people to cook through writing, in-person, video, anything. Love it!... #chef2chef
4:17 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef ...I have lots of books I want to write, maybe a private cooking biz to set up, Not sure yet - so many options. #chef2chef
4:17 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent I'm only able to take 1 class per sem. b/c I'm also working. I'm still in first-level. Next sem. starts 2nd level #chef2chef
4:18 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola Well I'm sure you can find a number of writing opportunities w/ Chef2Chef. Have you talked w/ Alysa about expanding? #chef2chef
4:18 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola @cookingstudent - So you both changed careers late to opt for c-school? You're brave!
#chef2chef
4:19 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Yes, actually, I just finished writing an advanced pastry how-to w/photos and video...the video has been a bear... #chef2chef
4:20 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent I'm fairly new to these chats! Could you send your blog along? I'd love to read it. #chef2chef
4:20 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef ...I've been trying for weeks to upload video and finally just had to mail it - the files were so large. #chef2chef
4:21 pm Oct 11th 2009
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I'm not sure I would change careers for culinary after 35. Tough to start over in demanding industry. #chef2chef
4:21 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent Yikes! I sliced a chunk of my finger off once, but it regenerated. #chef2chef
4:21 pm Oct 11th 2009
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CrudeFood I'm working on a book about pies as we speak. I used to HATE baking and fell in love with it, all due to an apple pie. #chef2chef
4:22 pm Oct 11th 2009
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RT @cookingstudent: @Chef2Chef Absolutely. I'm a journalist by profession, so food writing is a natural fit for me #chef2chef
4:22 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent My undergrad is in journalism, but I went for Web-based media and ended up here. ;) #chef2chef
4:23 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@CrudeFood Thanks! I've been around. Did a Chef2Chef a while back and continue to write my blog every week #chef2chef
4:23 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman What about for those thinking about launching their own restos or going into food writing? #chef2chef
4:23 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent would love your advice on connecting with more food writing opps. What's the best way to approach editors? #chef2chef
4:24 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola @cookingstudent Did you find it tough to start over in a class full of kids? Or are there plenty of grown ups, too? #chef2chef
4:25 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Certainly getting the back-knowledge is valuable. But to be a good chef takes time. #chef2chef
4:25 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent Then passionate and committed! #chef2chef http://twubs.com/chef2chef
4:25 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef I think the hardest prt about culinary school is learning to wrk w/ a group. Very challenging w/different skill levels #chef2chef
4:25 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Too many culinary schools sell that student will be exec chef right after grad school. Doesn't happen #chef2chef
4:26 pm Oct 11th 2009
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BTW, if anyone is looking for a comparison of some of the big name schools: http://bit.ly/agbKM #chef2chef
4:26 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@CrudeFood No agent or publisher. I wanted to write, photograph and design it myself and then look for a publisher... #chef2chef
4:26 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef For someone who wants to write culinary school can have value- but there are many great food writers that just "do it" #chef2chef
4:27 pm Oct 11th 2009
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RT @JeffreyJKingman: Too many culinary schools sell that student will be exec chef right after grad school. Doesn't happen #chef2chef
4:27 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman @Chef2Chef The time is shorter with focus and passion #chef2chef
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LuvPinot It's a strange mix. Lots of 20-somethings and then it skips to 40 , maybe a handful. #chef2chef
4:28 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef For person that wants to open restaurant, having culinary knowledge is great. Will help them manage in all respects #chef2chef
4:28 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef that's true! there was a bit of learning curve going from the Washington Post to my blog! #chef2chef
4:28 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman I can see that. Do you feel on the job training is more valuable for chef hopefuls, or is it a mix? #chef2chef
4:29 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman BTW, @cookingstudent hosted a great chat on OTJT vs C-School a couple months ago. #chef2chef
4:29 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef true. after culinary school, you start at the bottom. but, with luck, you advance faster and get into better places #chef2chef
4:30 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe How did you learn your trade? Working from the bottom? #chef2chef
4:30 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef I did 3 yr apprentice to Intl competing chef and 1 yr of culinary school. #chef2chef
4:30 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Been exec 9 times. When putting teams together I would hire both c-school grads and street chefs #chef2chef
4:30 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef That makes a nice mix in the kitchen: street chefs know how to rock the slam; c-s chefs apply theories n bestpractice #chef2chef
4:31 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent Well, I wish you the best of luck! What are your plans once you finish school? Dig right in or take a breather? #chef2chef
4:32 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@SwankyPoe I focused on new american, with base in northern Italian/southern French #chef2chef
4:32 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman so how does the industry look @ people like me, older, but just beginning a cul. career? #chef2chef
4:32 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman Sounds like a great approach. Did you notice a difference between big name schools v. lesser known? #chef2chef
4:33 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@SwankyPoe local food sources, sustainability, farmer relationships, affordable fine-dining #chef2chef
4:33 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent yes, would love to hear your next steps after school. Love reading your blog! #chef2chef
4:33 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe There's no replacement for hard work, whatever your background. Sounds like you've put in your time! #chef2chef
4:34 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman I'm a slow food junkie. @chef2chef - You should do another #slowfood chat! #chef2chef http://twubs.com/chef2chef
4:35 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola if passion/desire/ambition/knowledge/skill are evident - an older can have advantage (mature personality). #chef2chef
4:35 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola I would hire you! you have stability, eagerness and passion #chef2chef
4:35 pm Oct 11th 2009
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RT @fullcitycafe: @Chef2Chef From the bottom of the pot to scum at the top ; ) #chef2chef ROFL Yes!
4:36 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe I'm being laid off from Disney in December - I'll take your job offer!! LOL! #chef2chef
4:37 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef just joined Slow Food Orlando and went to first event last night - it was awesome!! #chef2chef
4:39 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman CIA, LBC, FCI, and AI are the most popular among our site visitors, but seeing an upswing in smaller schools. #chef2chef
4:39 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola actually hired someone from WDW for front of the house last week #chef2chef
4:39 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola When I saw in the SF area I was much more involved. I still try to source local foods, but less connected out here. #chef2chef
4:40 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@CrudeFood Mostly whatever my guests will buy but personally have a wide range #chef2chef
4:40 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef LOL! I'm thinking of switching to Food and Bev @ Dis, but the pay cut will kill me. That's the catch-22. Salary. #chef2chef
4:41 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@cookingstudent Would you mind resending your blog for our archives? I know student visitors would benefit! #chef2chef
4:41 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe Sounds good to me. Hey @chef2chef - Are you still doing a chat on third coast cuisine? #chef2chef
4:42 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman Le Cordon Bleu, French Culinary Institute, and the Art Institutes #chef2chef
4:42 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Good networking through ACF, SOS, Chefs Collaborative and FOHBOH #chef2chef
4:42 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef I'm starting a new series on the blog on cooking methods - as well as posts about cooking school #chef2chef
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RT @cookingstudent: @Chef2Chef Sure. My blog is www.CookingSchoolConfidential.com #chef2chef
4:43 pm Oct 11th 2009
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RT @cookingstudent: @Chef2Chef I'm starting a new series on the blog on cooking methods - as well as posts about cooking school #chef2chef
4:43 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Art Institutes are holding a scholarship competition if anyone is interested in going for it :-) #chef2chef
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RT @dawnviola: @Chef2Chef Art Institutes are holding a scholarship competition if anyone is interested in going for it :-) #chef2chef
4:44 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef Yes, the plus side is I'll have some time on my hands to write, finally! #chef2chef
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@dawnviola THe cut in pay is a reality you iwll have to deal with until you can figure out how to make bank #chef2chef
4:44 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef FCI is good. LCB and AI are middling in street rep. J&W and CCA are good. Apprenticeship thru ACF is excellent/paid. #chef2chef
4:44 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola I know our friends at Chefs4Students.org host a grant, too (not affiliated with C2C, but Chef Nelson used to be) #chef2chef
4:45 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe Sous chef starts in the 40's @ Dis, so I'm hoping, if I go that route, I can move up quickly... #chef2chef
4:46 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe ...this is where being older comes in handy. I have tons of management experience! #chef2chef
4:46 pm Oct 11th 2009
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RT @fullcitycafe: @dawnviola THe cut in pay reality you have to deal until you can figure out how to make bank #chef2chef Word.
4:46 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman I know C2C used to work with ICE (newsletter advertising, etc), and they were always a pleasure to work with. #chef2chef
4:47 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef TY - that's GREAT to know about, re:Chefs4students. I'll check that out. #chef2chef
4:47 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola Chef Nelson is a fantastic guy--he'd be able to point you toward more free aid opportunities, I'm sure. #chef2chef
4:48 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman have you taught private lessons? Thinking of starting a biz, private cooking lessons. If yes, any advice? #chef2chef
4:48 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef travled with Exec Dir to NOLA after Katrina thru SOS. Really nice and smart guy. #chef2chef
4:49 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@LuvPinot - Some schools have programs specifically for future sommoliers. Check out our directory: http://bit.ly/12anKv #chef2chef
4:49 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@crudefood Yes! She was great! I suppose I should have asked her, huh. #chef2chef
4:50 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola No, never taught outside of my own crews. I'm onto other things now: consultant and another company in socialmedia #chef2chef
4:51 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman NOLA? As in Emeril's resto or do I have acronym confusion? lol #chef2chef
4:51 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe Would you mind sharing your blog w/ us? It'll archive on our site w/ this transcript! #chef2chef
4:52 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman Makes sense! What sort of work did you do following Katrina? #chef2chef
4:53 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola Sorry--missed that note! I suppose time to write is the silver lining. #chef2chef
4:54 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef SOS led a five day trip to N.OLA to bear witness to restos/chefs impact on renewal post Katrina #chef2chef
4:55 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@CrudeFood Nope (sorry @LuvPinot!) I'll mention it to the content manager--good idea! #chef2chef
4:56 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef glad to stumble across this #chef2chef. How do current students feel about culinary job market w/40% decline in resto biz natly?
4:57 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe TY for sharing that, my RSS reader could use more brain food.
#chef2chef
4:57 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef I have a powerpoint I can forward to you if you wish - or to share with others #chef2chef
4:57 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman if I were 20-something, I wouldn't mind the stats so much. @ 40 yrs., it scares me. #chef2chef
4:58 pm Oct 11th 2009
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I hate to say it, but we only have a couple more minutes in our "official" chat, but feel free to continue! #chef2chef
4:58 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@JeffreyJKingman That would be great! Will DM the best email address. #chef2chef
4:59 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@dawnviola you have unique opportunity: mgmt skill, graphic arts, etc - much more valuable than others #chef2chef
4:59 pm Oct 11th 2009
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Good morning! Not too late for a chat? I follow students to learn about going to cooking school :) #chef2chef
5:00 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@Chef2Chef have to run, everyone! GREAT seeing you all and chatting. Talk soon! #chef2chef
5:00 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@noodle_cook We're just signing off! Boo! (Hello, btw--we've missed you!) #chef2chef
5:02 pm Oct 11th 2009
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Thought I was late with the time difference in Western Australia ..... #chef2chef
5:03 pm Oct 11th 2009
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Big thanks to @dawnviola @LuvPinot @JeffreyJKingman @noodle_cook @CrudeFood @fullcitycafe @SwankyPoe for swinging by! #chef2chef
5:03 pm Oct 11th 2009
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Well esteemed tweeps, I have a one year old w/ marinara in his eyebrows. Have a GREAT week! #chef2chef
5:05 pm Oct 11th 2009
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@fullcitycafe We do these every other week, new topic each chat. Feel free to join any time! #chef2chef
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