<--- Chef Tal Ronnen! Alrighty, so I am convinced I look like a complete goober in this photo, but I'm too jazzed about meeting Chef Tal to care. Tuesday, I took off work (quite possibly the 3rd best decision of my life) to go see Chef Tal's demo at Whole Foods and to get his book, The Conscious Cook, signed. Well ladies and gents, I'm not one who has ever really been a "fan" of anything. And I'm always fascinated by how serious some people take sports. Now, I get it! Once I saw Chef Tal, I became so giddy and unexpectedly excited. While, I was thrilled to be going from the start, I had no idea I would lose composure in such a manner. I definitely lost at least 5 years of maturity for that brief half hour. By all accounts, I'd say Chef Tal seems like a very humble, down-to-earth type guy. He was soft spoken and actually came off a bit shy. Thank goodness! Because I became a complete invert in his precense. But anywho, I really dug his vibes. He was nothing like some of those those anal, preachy vegans. He was quite gracious, in fact. In short, I was impressed. The whole experience was really reassuring. If there was any doubt in my mind that becoming a chef is "the dream", it ended Tuesday. I'd guess that getting so utterly wound up like that is fairly significant, right? It must mean that my passion's pointed in the proper direction. So here's to the journey!
Steph- that is really cool that you had the chance to meet someone that could put such a positive influence on your life. I'm happy for you. Everyone has to make things happen for themselves in their own lives and you attending Chef Tal's demonstration was a step toward a door to open for yourself in the future. Good luck on your continued journey!
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