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thoughts, readiness and ponderances from 1/10/2010...

It's time to cart myself to Leeds for the trial at Radisson Blu. Manoj wants me earlier at 12noon. Cool, but day 10 of a blocked ear. Only day one of treatment from the doctor. I do need this clearing up prior to a full time job as it is really impairing my confidence and ability to concentrate. For instance I can't hear any instruction well and usually have to ask twice. 10:19 bus to Leeds. Did the trial @ the Radisson and it makes me wonder what i am doing. I'm too questioning for a chef. I need to do it myself and cook a what I believe in. All they try to do is cater to whims in a restaurant and I can't manage the cut verses the hours I'll do. 13.5k from 18k isn't cool. I'll still have to pay out in taxes and insurance and rent. I've texted Kevin at the Muse and I'll just work there until Feb as planned if Franco doesn't get in touch today. The old star in Collingham Vegemite cashews. Hard working chef de partie with 4 years...

From Whitehall Waterfront to your stomach.

It is a while since I covered myself in Blog. Recently (12/11/2010) I started working for Natalie, Geoff and Cath @ Millie's Fresh & Organic as their resident chef Monday to Friday. I am trying to develop the scope of the kinds of food they have offered and create a trade with a more diverse clientele than I do currently. Tucked away on Vicar Lane , Leeds the emporium offers a great selection of vegan, organic, ethical and fair trade products from both local and far away. From this variety I am able to create a vast array of balanced salads, interesting and value-for-money meals, vegan and raw cakes, homemade and inspiring dainties, etc, etc (you'll just have to pop in on any day to see what I am working hard to produce). I find myself back @ 97 Whitehall Waterfront 4 years on from when I went off to YHA Afriston and a few years with the YHA and a chance to develop some skills with Jean-Claude Etile and other important persons in the vast world of catering. It is qu...