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My name is Celeste, and I certainly have a lot to say about food. I proudly graduated from The School of Culinary Arts at Kendall College, Evanston in 2003. I have been cooking for nearly 10 years now, and have had the pleasures and pains of being a female in this male and ego dominated business. I have worked in what feels like hundreds of restaurants from Chicago to San Diego, where I currently reside. I have worked every station in the kitchen, from grill to sushi. I am currently working for the Pastry Department at The Ivy hotel, under the direction of Chef Damon Gordon. I have worked under some the best and worst chefs, and still have much to learn about food. I adore Spanish and French Cuisine, and am always intrigued by Asian flavor profiles. My years on the line have opened my eyes as to what it takes to be a chef, and the kind of people and service that truly excel in this industry. I am excited to be part of this forum, and ready to voice my opinion on what really goes on behind the scenes!