Utilizing Your Passion to Create Success

Publisher Marketing: Life is a story, and we all have our own special one to live. Some of us are in the early chapters, struggling to figure out the plot, while others are mired in the middle with too many obstacles and unclear dialogue. Still others are contemplating their grand, final act. You, like me started out somewhere, with your own special location, culture and passions. Your supporting cast; family, friends, neighbors, teachers, mentors, colleagues, and employers, even someone you may have casually met in passing influenced your thoughts, values and decisions. The result of these influences lead you to where you are right now, holding this book, reading these words, at exactly this moment. While our stories are peppered with our own individuality, surprisingly, they are not that unique. The specific situations are varied, but we've all experienced ups and downs, joys and sorrows, days when we were sure we could fly, and mornings when the mere thought of getting out of bed was seemingly the most painful task we had ever faced. I see the quizzical look on your face, wondering what these "life story" mutterings are all about, swearing that you had purchased a cookbook. Let me assure you, this is a cookbook, and in it you will find a vast array of delectable recipes that will invigorate your palate and impress your friends. You will also find a story, my story. You see, these recipes make up one of my most important supporting characters: food. They will also introduce you to my single most influential supporting character: family. It is my sincere hope that these stories of food and family nurture both your body and soul, and as you continue through your life story, provide you with some guidance and much "food" for thought! Contributor Bio:  Eidem, Joe Marsola Chef Joe Eidem has been actively involved with the American Culinary Federation for over 30 years. He is currently an examiner for their certification process. He is also the Western Regional American Academy of Chefs Vice Director and has served in this position under the last three AAC administrations. During his career, Chef Joe has owned an Italian restaurant and has hosted a local television cooking show. He has also traveled as a motivational speaker. Most recently, he served as the Foodservice Director at a large Medical Center in Nevada and California. While there, he implemented the Destination 10 Process and received hospital wide recognition for creating a department that embraced changes, quality and customer service. Chef Joe has received much recognition and many awards in his career as a chef. In 2006, he was named "Most Professional Chef in America" by the American Culinary Federation. In July 2007, he was inducted into the Royal Order of the Golden Toque. Chef Joe has also received the Antonin Creme Medal, the Presidents Medallion, the AAC Regional Chairs Award and was the ACF Western Regional Chef of the Year. Chef Joe is also a distinguished Fellow in the World Master Chef Society of Europe. He has also authored 2 books. Chef Joe retired in 2013 and devotes his time to the advancement of the culinary arts. Chef Joe volunteers as a mentor with local high schools culinary arts programs. He consults with healthcare food & nutrition services to guide them through their regulatory requirements to ensure they are 100% compliant. Chef Joe is also an accomplished motivational speaker on the title of his book "Utilizing Your Passion To Create Success." Wherever Joe works he is always held in the highest regard because no one loves food service more than Chef Joe. His enthusiasm is contagious.