My last night...

Tonight was my last night doing dinner service at the Cooks' House! :-(  I did my last two nights...Friday was so hard and tiring, hence the lack of a detailed blog. Tonight was much better, although busy.  I was informed by the kitchen staff that Chef Eric likes to give you a harder time on your last night. Well, he tried.  I think he really wanted to see if he could make me cry! :)

Anyway, the day went really well.  I came in at the end of the lunch service, and helped Chef Jen where I could. And, I had the most delicious Mediterranean wrap made with this delicious meat called Kibbeh.  It was ground lamb, onions, bell peppers, pine nuts, and bulgar wheat. It was so good. I had it wrapped in a tortilla with salad greens. Great lunch!

As I mentioned before, dinner was busy. The restaurant was full most the evening. Tonight, I felt like I actually knew what was going on. I was able to read the tickets better, when LJ or Chef Eric called something out for me to start making, I knew what to do right away. That felt good! I still love to cook and food, and I know that this experience will stay with me, and will definitely help me in my future endeavors.  The things I've  learned in the last couple of days:

1. I will be making a lot of Indian food when I get home.
2. Pork belly is the most delicious thing in the world!

I so appreciate the patience of the kitchen staff and Chef Eric and Jen during the last week and a half! Chef Eric told me as we were leaving tonight, that I have come a long way since I've been here, and that I have a knack for cooking.  That made me feel good.  Chef Jen has been really encouraging, and have been helping me as I figure out pricing for my cake business, which I plan on putting more time and effort in when I get back home.

This is not my last post...I still have 3 1/2 days here!  I will do one more lunch service on Tuesday, and then, I get to sit down and enjoy a 7 course meal on Tuesday night!  I'm so excited, and will have a report for sure!