If vampires were real and True Blood available in stores, this is what it would look like…but probably in better packaging.
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October 06 2011 | europe and france and le cordon bleu and paris and thoughts | 3 Comments »
Intermediate has been moving at full speed, and here are my thoughts so far:
1. There are many different ways to cook poultry.
2. There are many types of food that can be stuffed.
3. Chefs like to use as many types of pots/pans/bowls as possible (extra credit: how many recipients are in use above?).
October 03 2011 | europe and france and le cordon bleu and paris and thoughts | 6 Comments »
This was my exam!
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August 24 2011 | europe and france and le cordon bleu and paris and thoughts | 9 Comments »
Can’t believe we’ve already come to the end of another term. Three months really fly by, but when I think about everything I’ve learned and how I’ve grown in the cuisine kitchen, I am quite amazed! I’m still not 100% confident, and definitely not 100% confident for the practical exam tomorrow, but hopefully after practicing turning some artichokes and trussing the chicken in my fridge, I’ll feel a little better.
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August 18 2011 | europe and france and le cordon bleu and paris and thoughts | 7 Comments »
I’ve been going through a bit of an emotional up and down the last couple of weeks. It’s been a combination of frustration at my current skill level and being homesick. I’ve set such high expectations for myself this time around, that any set back or error is such a disappointment and let down. It also doesn’t help that I’ve been lethargic and sort of melancholy, especially this last week. Although I’ve always lived an “international” lifestyle, I always made it a point to go home, whether that be California or Korea, for at least a good month out of the year. This is probably all part of growing up and growing apart from childhood attachments, but I’m feeling some pains. I’m hoping I can shake this off in the next few days, especially since we’re soon approaching the end and exams are well in view. Plus, I shouldn’t really be sad since I just booked a three week trip to Korea this winter break! Which also means that I’ve decided to stay and complete the whole diploma for cuisine!
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August 01 2011 | europe and france and le cordon bleu and paris and thoughts | 16 Comments »
