”Into no department of life should indifference be allowed to creep – into none less than the domain of cookery.” Yuan-Mei (1716-1797, gastronome, poet, scholar of the Qing Dynasty)
Ugly word, indifference. I am anything but indifferent. I believe that indifference can harm. In ways big and small. And in a kitchen, indifference is boring. And deadly. And it must be thrown out the back door.
I am a writer and editor, and I have worked at newspapers around the world, including New York, Paris and Abu Dhabi. I cook, and I eat. I staged in 2012 at Amador, Arzak, and Spring, and wish I had been able to stay at each place for a longer period of time. I learned a lot at three fine restaurants, and met some incredible cooks and chefs in three of the greatest countries in the world.
I have plans for a restaurant of my own.
The journey continues.
Mise en Place 
So sorry to hear that you’ve left Houston Press — hope it’s to fulfill your restaurant plan, or something equally exciting. Though I never met you in person, I very much enjoyed and appreciated your editing efforts on my art pieces for HP. Here’s wishing you all the best. Randy Tibbits
thank you for following my blog! happy that you like it:) what an interesting blog you have! for sure will be back here 🙂
Hello James,
We met briefly today at Central Market. I look forward to reading and hearing all about you and your are currently adventures. Have a great upcoming dinner, the menu sounded awesome!!
Take Care,
Clark