Dream Job
I have news. Good news, no, fantastic news. This morning I received an email from the editor of Pasadena Now asking me to take as position as a -
FOOD CRITIC! FOOD CRITIC! I'M GOING TO BE A FOOD CRITIC! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?? IT'S EVERYONE'S DREAM JOB AND I -
Uh, sorry about that. As you can see, Hollywood is mildly excited about this development. As I was saying, I'll be doing weekly reviews of new or trendy restaurants in L.A. and have the opportunity to -
EAT, EAT EAT! THEY'LL CATER TO MY EVERY WHIM! NO MORE "JUST WATER FOR ME" NO MORE, "I COULDN'T POSSIBLY FIT IN DESSERT." THE CHEF WILL BRING ME HIS FINEST IN EFFORTS TO WOO MY TASTEBUDS! ALL EYES WILL BE FIXATED ON ME AS I TAKE EACH BITE! I'LL BE THE GOD OF -
Relax there, sweetie, it's just food. Hollywood has been on a low carb diet for over two months and is somewhat fixated on food right now. But back to my news. My restaurant review will appear weekly in Pasadena Now along with photos I take and tidbits from my interview of the head chef and owner. The job isn't paid in cash, but the food is free and -
FOOOOOOOOOOD!! FOOD FOOD FOOD! I'M THE KING OF THE WORLD! BRING ME YOUR POOR, YOUR ENTREES, YOUR DRENCHED IN CREAM -
Okay, this just isn't working. I give up.
FOOD CRITIC! FOOD CRITIC! I'M GOING TO BE A FOOD CRITIC! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?? IT'S EVERYONE'S DREAM JOB AND I -
Uh, sorry about that. As you can see, Hollywood is mildly excited about this development. As I was saying, I'll be doing weekly reviews of new or trendy restaurants in L.A. and have the opportunity to -
EAT, EAT EAT! THEY'LL CATER TO MY EVERY WHIM! NO MORE "JUST WATER FOR ME" NO MORE, "I COULDN'T POSSIBLY FIT IN DESSERT." THE CHEF WILL BRING ME HIS FINEST IN EFFORTS TO WOO MY TASTEBUDS! ALL EYES WILL BE FIXATED ON ME AS I TAKE EACH BITE! I'LL BE THE GOD OF -
Relax there, sweetie, it's just food. Hollywood has been on a low carb diet for over two months and is somewhat fixated on food right now. But back to my news. My restaurant review will appear weekly in Pasadena Now along with photos I take and tidbits from my interview of the head chef and owner. The job isn't paid in cash, but the food is free and -
FOOOOOOOOOOD!! FOOD FOOD FOOD! I'M THE KING OF THE WORLD! BRING ME YOUR POOR, YOUR ENTREES, YOUR DRENCHED IN CREAM -
Okay, this just isn't working. I give up.
Comments
That's the BEST JOB EVER!!!
Silly question but does Pasadena Now pay for your food? Also, I couldn't help but notice that the article you link to reviews the wine along with the food. That seems kind of typical of the food reviews I have read. How does that work when you're Mormon?
I told the guy from Pasadena Now that I'm Mormon and don't "do" alcohol. He said it wouldn't be a problem and he'd not schedule me for any wine tasting events. Apparently, it is all about the food. I know that wine is a big deal though for a lot of people and I can only imagine that Chef's are going to be upset at my resolution to eat without some fantastic pairing of Merlot. Their problem I guess.
We're a little brutal.
But I would LOVE to have an offer like that. Hooray for free food!
If you're ever in need of some inspiration or just a good read, might I recommend "Garlic and Sapphires" by Ruth Reichel. She writes about her time spent as a NY Times food critic. Pretty hilarious stuff.
Congrats, again!
Tummy says grrrrrrrrrrrr
Citymama, I've just ordered that book off half.com after you recommendation and a recommendation of a former food critic blogger friend, Carina from The Jet Set (Azucar). I can't wait to get it! Ruth sounds like she's had a lot of wonderfully readable experiences in NY.
Janell, I plan on having a link in the sidebar to Pasadena Now so anyone interested (local mostly I would assume) could go over at any time and see my current reviews. I imagine most of my readers though wouldn't care about food here in L.A.
Oh, and if you're making a list of volunteers to go eat with you, I'm game! It's only a 2 1/2 hour drive :)
Can't wait to read your food posts!
Very happy for you and... for us, your readers. This is going to be fun (add giggles here.) Can't wait for the reviews.
Mrs. M., I have NO background with food dining. The editor said he was just looking for a local blogger and wanted to see some of my writing samples. I sent him (among other things) my food porn post so maybe it convinced him that I've learned a little through Food Network.
Wendy, his & hers reviews sound fun! I wonder if Adam and I could take an angle like that. I'll be the one that they want to actually write the review, but the idea of giving both the male and female reaction is a great one.
The guy emailed me this morning and says I'm good to go starting next Thursday night. Oh boy, oh boy!!