My name is Stephen Smith and I have been in the hospitality business for almost 20 years – in Triple A “4 Diamond” properties, (sometimes embarrassing) Mom-n-Pop places and everything in-between.

This blog will be my effort to share some of what I have learned:

• Cooking (and Eating)
• Service
• Tips, Tools and Techniques
• Product Reviews
• Book Reviews
• Restaurant Reviews
• Food, Wine and Beer

I am looking forward to having you join me in this journey, please feel free to ask any questions you may have and I will do my best to get you a good answer.

“il cibo è amore”