The Journey Begins

Chef LC in her Le Cordon Bleu school uniform 2012

I LOVE baking so much that I have decided to go to culinary school. When I am not at my 9-5 I find myself looking for any excuses to get in the kitchen and make a birthday cake, a pie or a special treat to share with someone I love.

The School: I decided on Le Cordon Bleu because I wanted to surround myself with traditions of excellence. Le Cordon Bleu has distinguished faculty and is one of the world's premier culinary arts institutes.


My Orientation: I woke up bright eyed and bushy tailed this morning, excited for my Le Cordon Bleu orientation. Don't I look excited?

For the past few weeks I have been trying to prepare myself for this major change in my life; I was not quite sure I was making the right decision but today sealed the deal and I am sooooooo EXCITED!

I walked into Le Cordon Bleu and was shocked to see that today's orientation was for 100 new students. Each one with a different story. I met a woman fighting cancer, another one that has been decorating cakes for years and a young man who works as a legal aid. Although we all came from different places we all share a love for food & instantly felt a bonded.

Meeting all the Chef's and hearing about their culinary journeys, and all the amazing places they have worked was inspiring. The team appears to be very dynamic & extremely knowledgeable about food & patisseries.

After meeting a few classmates and talking to many of the professors, I am now convinced that this is where I need to be.

NOW ABOUT THIS UNIFORM: Not sure how I feel about it! Definitely not the most faltering thing but it is an honor to wear a chef's uniform.

I am so excited to begin this journey.

Class starts Monday. Wish me luck :-)

“My passion is derived from the desire to be a part of the special memories in peoples lives!"

Chef LC