It’s been a hot minute since I’ve worked in an actual restaurant. The last one was Wishbone in Petaluma, a great little farm to table spot. Although the boat was more of a hotel setting, we still did a restaurant style service. Of course, there, the menu changed daily. But now, I’m back in theContinue reading “Restaurant Again”
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Holding the Line
Burning Man came and went again. I worked Point 1, the service entrance, and had a lot of time to enjoy the scenery and being outdoors. When I returned, I was happy to find my restaurant job offer in San Francisco to be still valid. I started a few days after I got back. ToContinue reading “Holding the Line”
Week One
Strange as it may seem, this is actually a hospitality business.
The Food
Keeping the planters fed is more than just putting food out.
Camp Life
Working seasonally is a lot like Summer Camp. There are many people that you only see during your work season. Shenanigans are a given, and there’s a distinct sense of some other place. When you work seasonally, the real world feels left behind. In my current Camp Life, I’m on my own about 90% ofContinue reading “Camp Life”
Routine
After the planters leave I clean up breakfast and start working on the next day’s morning meal
Day 1 Shopping
Starting a seasonal kitchen from scratch can seem daunting.
Preparation
Preparation brings me solace. It’s the only way I can go on these adventures.
Things I Want To Do
My dreams feel tenuous, like the whole thing could unravel at any time.
Winter Camping: Morning
The memory of the fire from the previous night motivated me enough to get up to build another.
Beyond Clarity 