Well, we did our final practical exam, and I'm happy to say that I passed it by the 'hair of my chinny chin chin'. The dish was a sauteed salmon Nicoise salad. My portions were too large, and my beans were slightly overdone, but this is because these conform to the local tastes, and I still find it hard to pull back on these kind of things just out of habit. My knife skills are still mediocre, but I'm afraid that is as good as they will ever be. Too bad.

I have also finished my final exam, which I aced, thank you very much, so this class is over. I'll have to say that I will miss it in a masochistic sort of way. The course was tough, but that is just what I needed.

I look forward to continuing my education, and seeing everyone this Summer. Ciao.

Last week wasn't too bad. We made braised beef ribs with a celery root puree and carrots Vichy. Luckily for us, our food wasn't bad, as we continue to have problems with the final plating. Hopefully, these problems will be resolved in the next week, as our final grade will be determined in large part by this. Wish us luck.