Chefs Stories Unmasked

A serious reference for those embarking on a culinary career... International author and entrepreneur Juliana Frances shares a collection of inspirational stories from some of the world's most successful chefs. You'll gain valuable insights that have never been shared before. Top chefs and growers of fine food discuss and address the challenges and adversities faced throughout their careers in these amazing interviews. Their lessons, guidance, support and techniques will inspire you to enjoy and love cooking as much as they do. You'll learn:- How to find your culinary niche and tackle it with a positive attitude and eagerness- How to set your sights on your kitchen dream job and never look back- Essential tips to think outside the box when it comes to where you'll cook- How to know your own limitations and what to do if situations spiral out of control- How to become a successful chef entrepreneur- How other chefs became successful and how you can too- Award winning tips, strategies and practical ideas of leading a successful food service Ignite your passion for cooking!

International author and entrepreneur Juliana Frances shares a collection of inspirational stories from some of the world's most successful chefs. You'll gain valuable insights that have never been shared before. Top Chefs and growers of fine food discuss and address the challenges and adversities faced throughout their careers in these amazing interviews. Their lessons, guidance, support and techniques will inspire you to enjoy and love cooking as much as they do.

Schizophrenia Unmasked: Personal Stories and Proven Techniques to Reclaim Your Life In the intricate mosaic of human experiences, few conditions have been as misunderstood, stigmatized, and feared as schizophrenia. "Schizophrenia Unmasked: Personal Stories and Proven Techniques to Reclaim Your Life" is not just another clinical exposition. It's a transformative journey that bridges the chasm between cold medical terminology and the warm, raw, and often heart-wrenching narratives of those who live with this condition every day. Dive Deep into the Real World of Schizophrenia John Gregory , in this groundbreaking work, takes readers on an enlightening voyage into the depths of schizophrenia. Through the lens of personal stories, you'll witness the challenges, the triumphs, the despair, and the hope that defines the lives of those affected by this disorder. These narratives, poignant and genuine, serve as a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the innate desire to connect, understand, and thrive. Why This Book is a Must-Read: Empathy Over Sympathy: Understand schizophrenia not as an outsider, but through the eyes of those who live it. Actionable Strategies: Discover evidence-based techniques to manage and mitigate the symptoms. Break the Stigma: Challenge societal misconceptions and biases, fostering a world of acceptance and understanding. Resources Galore: An extensive appendix ensures readers have a go-to guide for further exploration, from glossaries to further reading. For Whom is This Book? Whether you're someone diagnosed with schizophrenia, a loved one trying to understand, a medical professional seeking deeper patient insights, or simply a curious soul, this book is your gateway to a world often spoken about but rarely understood. Key Highlights of "Schizophrenia Unmasked: Personal Stories and Proven Techniques to Reclaim Your Life": Personal Narratives: Intimate and raw accounts from individuals living with schizophrenia, offering readers a firsthand look into their challenges, triumphs, and daily lives. Evidence-Based Techniques: Comprehensive exploration of proven strategies and interventions for managing schizophrenia, from medication to therapy. Demystifying Myths: A dedicated section that debunks common misconceptions about schizophrenia, replacing stigma with understanding. Biological Insights: A deep dive into the neuroscience of schizophrenia, making complex brain mechanisms accessible to the layperson. Therapeutic Approaches: Detailed discussions on various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and art therapy, and their efficacy in treating schizophrenia. Impact on Relationships: Exploration of how schizophrenia affects personal relationships, social interactions, and intimacy, with guidance on fostering healthy connections. Navigating Daily Life: Practical tips and advice for individuals with schizophrenia to manage symptoms in various settings, from the workplace to social gatherings. Support Systems: Emphasis on the importance of a strong support network, including stories of families and friends who've made a difference. Advancements in Research: An overview of the latest research developments in the field of schizophrenia, offering hope for the future. Empowerment and Advocacy: Guidance on how individuals with schizophrenia and their loved ones can advocate for better care, rights, and societal understanding. Inspiring Conclusion: A powerful closing section that emphasizes hope, recovery, and the potential for a fulfilling life despite the challenges of schizophrenia

"You people come into the market—the Greenmarket, in the open air under the down pouring sun—and you slit the tomatoes with your fingernails. With your thumbs, you excavate the cheese. You choose your stringbeans one at a time. You pulp the nectarines and rape the sweet corn. You are something wonderful, you are—people of the city—and we, who are almost without exception strangers here, are as absorbed with you as you seem to be with the numbers on our hanging scales." So opens the title piece in this collection of John McPhee's classic essays, grouped here with four others, including "Brigade de Cuisine," a profile of an artistic and extraordinary chef; "The Keel of Lake Dickey," in which a journey down the whitewater of a wild river ends in the shadow of a huge projected dam; a report on plans for the construction of nuclear power plants that would float in the ocean; and a pinball shoot-out between two prizewinning journalists.

Family and food take center stage in this heartfelt middle grade story perfect for fans of John David Anderson and Antony John. For as long as he can remember, Curtis Pith has been obsessed with becoming a chef like Lucas Taylor, host of Super Chef. And Curtis has a secret: Taylor is actually his long-absent father. So when Taylor announces a kids-only season of Super Chef, Curtis finally sees his chance to meet his dad. But after Curtis wins a spot in the competition and arrives in New York to film the show, nothing goes as smoothly as he expected. It’s all riding on the last challenge. If Curtis cooks his heart out like he knows he can, he just might go home with the top prize—and the truth.

Unmasking the Klansman may read like a work of fiction but is actually a biography of Asa Carter, one of the South's most notorious white supremacists (and secret Klansman). During the 1950s, the North Alabama political firebrand became known across the region for his right-wing radio broadcasts and leadership in the white Citizens’ Council movement. Combining racism and thinly-concealed anti-Semitism, he created a secret Klan strike force that engaged in a series of brutal assaults, including an attack on jazz singer Nat King Cole as well as militant civil rights activists. Exploring his life during these years offers new insights into the legal maneuvers as well as the violence used by white Southern segregationists to derail the civil rights movement in the region. In the early 1960s Carter became a secret adviser to George Wallace and wrote the Alabama governor’s infamous 1963 inauguration speech vowing "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever." When Carter disappeared from Alabama in 1972, few knew that he had assumed a new identity in Abilene, Texas, masquerading as a Cherokee American novelist. Using the name “Forrest” Carter, he published three successful Western novels, including The Rebel Outlaw: Josey Wales, which Clint Eastwood made into a widely acclaimed 1976 movie. His last book, The Education of Little Tree (a fake biography of his supposed Indian childhood) posthumously became a number one best-seller in 1991. Author Dan T. Carter uncovered “Forrest” Carter’s true identity while researching his biography of Georgia Wallace and in a New York Times’ op-ed he exposed Carter’s deception. Although the difficulties of uncovering the full story of the secretive Carter initially led him to abandon the project, in 2018 he gained access to more than two hundred interviews by the late Anniston newsman, Fred Burger. These recordings and his two decades of exhaustive research finally brought Asa Carter’s story into focus. Unmasking the Klansman is the result.

This heartfelt middle grade debut about grief, creativity, and the healing power of friendship shows that not all heroes wear capes and is perfect for fans of John David Anderson and Ali Benjamin. Whether they’re on the baseball field or in Nate’s basement devouring the newest issue of their favorite comic book, Dan and Nate are always talking. Until they’re not. After an accident at baseball practice, Nate’s fallen into a coma. And if Dan ever wants to talk to Nate again, he’s got to take a page out of his hero Captain Nexus’s book, and do whatever it takes to save the day. But heroes have powers—and without Nate, all Dan has is a closet stuffed with comics and a best-friend-shaped hole in his heart. There’s no way a regular kid can save the day all on his own. Right?

Rick Tramonto started as a high school dropout working at Wendy’s; he became one of the hottest celebrity chefs in the world. Yet his rise to culinary success was marked with tragedy, loss, and abandonment. As a teenager, Rick worked to support the family when his father (who had Mob ties) went to prison. As a young adult, he struggled with a learning disability and drug addiction. Yet as a chef, he rose rapidly to culinary stardom, earning rave reviews and eventually opening the famous four-star establishment Tru. From the outside, it looked like he had everything he ever wanted; his lifelong hunger for meaning should have been more than met. But on the inside, his life and his marriage were falling apart. And then, one night, a voice on the radio changed everything. Containing recipes and photos, Scars of a Chef is the mesmerizing rags-to-riches memoir of one chef’s journey through the highest heights and the lowest lows of the culinary world . . . and his search for something that would finally heal his wounds and sustain him through even the darkest times.