I don’t want you to be jealous*.
I hope that this doesn’t constitute “writing about work” but today I’m throwing common sense to the wind.
I was selected to be a faux celebrity judge for the [insert-name-of-largest-American-family-restaurant-chain-here] regional manager’s faux Iron Chef competition at our culinary training facility here at the winery.
I already know the secret ingredient, and it is kind of gross, but dude, part of my job is to be a faux celebrity.
Faux Celebrity Judge for Faux Iron Chef competition.
Rock.
I’m toasting Providence today.
(with ginger ale-natch)
*Who am I kidding? I totally want you to be jealous.
Probably no worse then me observing I had to set up an email account for a COPY MACHINE recently.
And frankly, I think it’s totally cool. As long as the ingredient wasn’t, say bananas.
I know a lot of “largest family restaurant” chains — all depends on what the meaning of is is, really.
For example, are Applebee’s-Chili’s-Bennigan’s-Fridays really “family restaurants” just because they have kids’ menus and in spite of the fact they also have full-service bars? Is McDonald’s NOT a family restaurant just because they don’t (normally) offer table service?
mmm… for some reason Taco Cabana sounds good. I’ll have to figure out when I can get to one soon…. For the record, that’s fast Mexican food that serves cervesa.
jeff
Fee, fie, faux, fum. Thanks for toasting “Providence” — I live there.
And ginger ale rocks, Helen Jane, especially Canada Dry.
Have fun with the judging. – Anne
SO jealous!
Remember, saying one or more of the following things will guarantee that you’re a believable F.I.C.C.J. (oh, and don’t forget to cover your mouth and giggle after taking a bite):
- This dish is luxurious.
- The flavor explodes in my mouth!
- The taste of this dish reminds me of my childhood.
- I feel selfish for liking this dish so much.
HAHAHAAHA!!!
Oh yes, the term “explodes in my mouth” will totally be used today.
Those regional managers will shake their heads in faux surprise.
new reader, first time not lurking,
i’m interested in knowing what winery you work for beings i’m planning a trip down to the bay area in april. you could email it to me if you wanted.
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congratulations, hj!
that is so fabulous!