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Once word gets out that a noted gourmand is holding interviews for menu candidates, it never takes long. Suddenly the candidates are popping up everywhere. The wiliest ones may even go so far as to bribe the large featherless assistant (who is known to be extremely “bribe-able”) to get personalized placement at the head of the line.ContinueContinue reading “Day 117: More Menu Candidates”

In the Wild West, a “wrangler” is a professional who keeps other unruly beings in line. In fact, the word “wrangle” literally means to “wrestle” or “dispute.” So essentially, a wrangler is the alpha in any flock. A wrangler’s job isn’t ever easy, but it is rewarding (on account of how the alpha always gets firstContinueContinue reading “Day 116: Wrangling for Alpha”

For beings with strong culinary preferences, it is not a chore to order the same meals day in and day out. After all, if you really like something, it just makes sense to enjoy it often. Another benefit of ordering your favorite foods “in bulk” (aka “a lot at one time”) is it reduces the chancesContinueContinue reading “Day 115: Ordering in Bulk”

The most skilled predators often develop a very close relationship with their prey. This time-honored strategy helps to really “get inside the head” of their prey, understand their evasion strategies, and ultimately best them at their own game. As well, it can be fun to meet new beings….and then enjoy a tasty lunch (um) together! Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author:ContinueContinue reading “Day 114: Conversations with Prey”

Only certain rare beings have ultra-sensitive palates. Enjoying your dinner is one thing – but being able to detect and comment on subtle nuances – and improve upon them – is quite another. As such, it goes without saying the beings who make up this most special cadre of experts are always in demand for “culinaryContinueContinue reading “Day 113: Culinary Consulting”

For true lovers of fine cuisine, dining is not just about stuffing your face. Rather, it is about crafting a memorable personal experience around each and every meal. From before you even approach the table to long after the last plate has been cleared, your goal is to enjoy everything to the max. For this reason,ContinueContinue reading “Day 112: After Brunch Ritual”

On the annual Day O’ Love, the idea is to spend the whole day with the one you love the most. (Ideally, you would want to do this every day, but if you are also very busy with shredding and modeling and acting and preening, setting aside one specific day can be good too). ManyContinueContinue reading “Day 111: The Day O’ Love”

As every “Rio” fan already knows, the Crazy Love Hawk always gets the ladybird. It is all about confidence. And fierce featheriness. And (of course) tail feathers. Basically, you want to look like this: For “visual learners,” this video provides a helpful demo: While it is great to project a confident swagger every day, it is especiallyContinueContinue reading “Wet Bird Couture: The Crazy Love Hawk”

It is a great day in any chef’s life when they get a 5-star review. If the review comes from a world-renowned gourmand, the “thrill factor” shoots up even higher. In fact, this is often how chefs become known for certain “signature dishes” – they keep making them (and inviting the gourmand back to dineContinueContinue reading “Day 110: Cheesy Bread, Part 2”

Being a great artist means making a daily commitment to practice your craft. On many days, you may make tiny tweaks, work on a new technique, or brainstorm new ideas. On other days, you may enjoy the triumph of finishing up a masterpiece. Of course, these are the days when you want to have theContinueContinue reading “Day 110: Wicker Art”