Saturday 19 March 2011

The Glamorous Life Of An Intern

Myself and Harold McGee, San Francisco

I wish to make a note of reflection and appreciation.

I have been a very lucky young lady indeed. I have met the charming Head Chef from The Fat Duck, Jocky Petrie, and been given a sneak preview of the experimental kitchen. During my Food Science Research and Development internship with Tony Conigliaro at 69 Colebrooke Row, I met, my food hero, Heston Blumenthal. Just last week, I met one of the most respected writers in the world of Food Science, Harold McGee.

I have barely managed to hold onto reality through each of these experiences. When I began my career as a Food Scientist in my first year at the University of Leeds, I just had absolutely no idea what euphoric opportunities and experiences the future held. This just proves that persistence really is key in life.

Needless to say, I can barely sit still at the thought of what the future may hold. If it compares with anything that I have experienced over the past year, I am certainly looking forward to it!

Thanks to everyone who has given me support in my career. I would not be in this position in life without you.

10 comments:

  1. Awesome. Its a great job, meeting interesting people and having to eat and write about good food:)

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  2. That is so great! You are very lucky indeed.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  3. Hazel, this must have been awsome. It is wonderful to do work you love. You're a lucky - and talented - girl. I hope you have a wonderful weekend. Blessings...Mary

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  4. Reach for the moon, then you will get the stars xxx

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  5. You are amazing and I'm so happy for you!!!!

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  6. Enjoy the experience and live in the moment. You are lucky indeed to be learning and working with such amazing people. I have found cooking in the second half of my life and hope to experience as many joys as I can.

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  7. Sounds like a great experience. May it lead to many more interesting experiences. Good Luck

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  8. Oh how wonderful. I am so happy for you and wish that there are many more opportunities like this for you.

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  9. Just found your blog... can't wait to look around. this cheese festival looks DELISH!
    xo,
    Mini Baker

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  10. Hazel, How does that saying go? Happiness is doing what you love, and getting paid for it:)

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