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Anthony Bourdain was an American celebrity chef, an amazing author, a travel documentarian and a popular television personality. He was (and still is) considered one of the most influential chefs in the world. As most of you probably know, he tragically ended his life just last week and his death is mourned by all different types of people from all over the world. And it’s not just because of his titles, his books or his TV shows. We mourn this loss because of everything that Anthony Bourdain taught us and everything that he stood for. 

 
See, to true food enthusiasts, a meal is so much more than just a meal. A meal is art. It’s connection. It’s a story. Bourdain was able to express that in such a way that everybody could understand. He was able to eloquently share in cultures outside of his own with respect, an open mind and endless passion. He brought out the real story behind every person he met and every meal he ate with them. He helped people to think differently about food, travel and themselves. That is a strength to admire. That is a man to admire.
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I love what our own Andrew Sarubbi shared last week:
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“There are no words. A man who educated, inspired, and brought a light to the industry that no one ever had before. As I said to my co-workers this evening, this man is a driving force for the national recognition of what we do every day. He created a positive profile for the careers we chose. First reading his book as a kid in the business, I felt a part of something, a sense of belonging , someone understands. Something that I only feel with my co workers, and he made it real. He touched so many and highlighted that food is more an experience than a tool of survival. It is a culmination of culture, history, creativity, and above all, love! Something we must all never forget! His influence on my career is forever changing. I will forever be grateful!”
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If you have not yet had the opportunity to read his book, “Kitchen Confidential,” I highly recommend you do so as soon as possible. True to form, it impacted and resonated with the lives of people all over the world (it’s been translated into 12 languages). And if Anthony Bourdain touched your life in ANY way, I’d love to hear about it in the comments below.

Rebecca McKinney

I was born a foodie. My dad is a chef, baker, and restaurant owner and my mom might as well be because she owns whatever kitchen she walks into. I grew up working in my family’s restaurant and bakery in Pawling, New York – McKinney and Doyle. I started behind the bakery counter at 12 years old after begging my parents to let me start working. At 16 I worked as a hostess. By 18 I was serving tables and training behind the bar where I then worked every other weekend throughout my college career. Even now, when I am visiting my family in New York, I help out where I’m needed. To make a long story short, the food and restaurant industry has been my life for as long as I can remember.

I wanted to create this blog for a few reasons. First and foremost, to share tips, tricks, and knowledge about the food and beverage industry in general but also to help people see a different side of the restaurant world. Every restaurant has a totally unique culture and world within it. I want to help open people’s eyes to more than how fast the service is or how easy or hard it is to secure a reservation.

So, thanks for stopping by! I welcome your ideas, input, and feedback and hope you enjoy!

Eat well & travel often,

Becky McKinney

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