The Universe blesses Felicien by making him Chef of Citronelle, a gourmet restaurant set up in Santa Barbara by Michel Richard. Simultaneously, he curses Felicien with Peter, a restaurant manager, who is determined to force his Ideas upon an uncooperative Reality. Visions of power, prestige and promotion corrupt Peter and his accomplices. These Ideas threaten to erode Citronelle's Fine Dining Experience. Simultaneously Brain deludes Don the Waiter with Eastern philosophies of detachment - dissuading him from taking action to protect the restaurant. Luckily the Universe arranges circumstances to awaken his Heart and get him involved. When Idea and Reality Collide is the first book of the restaurant trilogy, Citronelle's Rise and Fall. The trilogy chronicles and celebrates Citronelle's tragic life in the Fine Dining spotlight, beginning with her rise to national acclaim and ending with her fall into obscurity and death.
Despite a new Maitre'd, the manager wars continue unabated at Citronelle, a nationally acclaimed Fine Dining restaurant located in Santa Barbara. After an excellent 10-year relationship with Chef Felicien, Corporate forces him out and brings in another chef, whose execution is fatally flawed. A new owner takes over with the intent of moving Citronelle downstairs despite her third story location overlooking the ocean. Despite the bleakness of the situation, the Floor Staff show their love for the restaurant by valiantly fighting for her survival against all odds. Embracing Change the third book of the Citronelle trilogy, chronicles the drama and humor associated with the fall of this popular restaurant. The author has worked as a waiter for over thirty years. He has written many other books, including 2 more restaurant novels Butter on Table 7 and The Divine Breakdown.
Chef Felicien craves a real Maitre'd to ensure that his food-art and Guests are served properly. Instead Corporate provides him with a series of managers that regularly violate the basic tenets of the Fine Dining Experience. Burned out from the abuse, Felicien retreats into his Kitchen. Underestimating his power, Don the Waiter feels there is nothing that he can do to protect Service. Although Brain continues to spread his web of misconceptions, the Universe places Don face-to-face with Reality. Heart's chains break and Body stands up for herself. Rising to Power is the second book in the trilogy, Citronelle's Rise & Fall. The trio of books chronicles the real trials and tribulations of Citronelle, a popular gourmet restaurant in Santa Barbara. The author has worked as a waiter in Santa Barbara's Fine Dining scene for over thirty years. He has written many other books, including Butter on Table 7 and The Divine Breakdown.
This volume recounts Southeast Asian history for the last half millennium (1511-2014). It begins by tracing the path of Western colonialism as it gradually infects the entire region. The work continues by narrating each country's route to independence from foreign domination. It finishes up by comparing Southeast Asia's global metrics with the other nations in the world. Cultures, countries and companies speak for themselves in this tale. As such, the work could be characterized as historical fiction.
The Author treats Southeast Asia as a unified and distinct cultural entity. The narrative begins with her tectonic development and ends with the arrival of the Europeans circa 1500 CE.
Principles for Tai Chi and Life contains direct quotations from Master Ni's 30 years of instruction. It includes 3 parts: his 12 stages of Tai Chi, yin-yang theory, and snippets (brief quotations). While addressed to his many Tai Chi students, his sayings provide deep insights into the alchemical quest for mastery.
Develops a theoretically based system guided by principles of social exchange and administration that ensure high quality surveys at low cost. Presents step-by-step procedures and shows why each step is important. Contains many examples and, where appropriate, contrasts acceptable and unacceptable procedures.
All new, this edition is really three books in one: a primer on basic design; an imaginative portfolio of brochures, newsletters, catalogs, data sheets, and forms; and projects that provide hands-on experience in producing professional-looking printed pieces.
Wade tees up with another memorable collection of real-life stories from the greatest golfers ever to play the game. This book brings together living legends, past champions, and current top-of-the-leader-board stars in one entertaining book of true tales. 20 line drawings.
More than 65 million people visit the national parks annually-and overcrowding has become a serious problem. So we sent our authors out to hit the trails and campsites to figure out how to beat the crowds and enjoy an unspoiled experience of nature. Our authors take you to the most spectacular landscapes in the western U.S. and provide advice for every kind of park visitor, from the day-tripper who wants to see the highlights quickly to the back-country camper to the families traveling with kids. This incredibly detailed, complete guide covers every kind of activity available in each park, from hiking to bird watching, with a range of sports for visitors of all ages and skill levels. Frommer's National Parks of the American West also includes reviews of park lodges, camping, and nearby accommodations to help you plan all aspects of your trip. Exact prices are listed for every establishment and activity. No other guide offers such detailed, candid reviews...or such honest advice. Complete with maps of every park (including detailed maps of hiking trails in the major parks), plus a stunning 16-page full-color photo insert!
The first book to use colorful sports anecdotes as business tools, TeamThink illustrates the importance of skills that athletes take for granted--training, leadership, coordination, and motivation--and provides valuable wisdom on how to make business objectives as clear as any goal line.
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