Doug Psaltis

I enjoyed reading this book very much. I read it during the COVID-19 pandemic when I needed to read something slow and thoughtful, yet a book which I would find absorbing and would not have to remember too many details. I found this the perfect read.

What I liked most about the book was learning about the process of becoming a chef. It sounded absolutely grueling. I came away from this book with a new appreciation for all the work that goes on behind the scenes of restaurants everywhere. I also have a better appreciation of what goes into making the finer restaurants.

I liked that Doug Psaltis had set such high standards for himself and spent his life in a career that has been his passion. I felt sorry for his disappointments and frustrations in the latter half of this book. I would not have expected that, although such is life. We do not know what is ahead of us.… (plus d'informations)