I Care a Lot: Recipes to Enjoy with Your Old Folks: Treat Your Old Folks to The Best Eldercare Dishes Ever!! [Kindle ed.]

Table of contents :
Introduction
Sam Rice Fruit, Yogurt and Granola Parfait
Marla Grayson Ginger and Apple Cider Juice
Feldstrom Beef and Barley Soup
Fran Mushroom and Leek Risotto
Judge Lomax Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Karen Amos Pancake
Dean Erickson Chickpea Tuna Salad
Roman Lunyov Hearty Salad, Avocado and Cheese
Alexi Ignatyev Coconut Chickpea Curry
Berkshire O Beef and Root Vegetable Stew
Jeweler Salmon and Vegetables
Adelaide Omelet, Vegetables, and Cheese
Eric Tomato Soup
Patrick Cranberry Sauce
Guard Gerry Go-to Soup
Jackson Banana Spice Smoothie
Heavy Tony Banana Pancakes
Deputy Sheriff Ice Cream
Heavy Chad Pumpkin Oatmeal
Father Vince Roasted Root Vegetables
Nurse Creamy Vegetable Soup
Christine Berry Chicken Salad
Chocolate Nurse Pumpkin Drink
BG Carrot Ginger Soup
Curtis Four Bean Salad
Lab Manager Grumpy Old Man Drink
Police Officer Cinderella
Dental Hygienist Old-fashioned Cocktail
Meds Giving Nurse Turmeric Shot
Bank Manager Sea Breeze Cocktail
Conclusion
Author's Afterthoughts
About the Author

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I Care a Lot: Recipes to Enjoy with Your Old Folks Treat Your Old Folks to The Best Eldercare Dishes Ever!!

BY: DAN BABEL Copyright © 2021 by Dan Babel

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Table of Contents Introduction Sam Rice Fruit, Yogurt and Granola Parfait Marla Grayson Ginger and Apple Cider Juice Feldstrom Beef and Barley Soup Fran Mushroom and Leek Risotto Judge Lomax Strawberry Banana Smoothie Karen Amos Pancake Dean Erickson Chickpea Tuna Salad Roman Lunyov Hearty Salad, Avocado and Cheese Alexi Ignatyev Coconut Chickpea Curry Berkshire O Beef and Root Vegetable Stew Jeweler Salmon and Vegetables Adelaide Omelet, Vegetables, and Cheese Eric Tomato Soup Patrick Cranberry Sauce Guard Gerry Go-to Soup Jackson Banana Spice Smoothie Heavy Tony Banana Pancakes Deputy Sheriff Ice Cream Heavy Chad Pumpkin Oatmeal Father Vince Roasted Root Vegetables Nurse Creamy Vegetable Soup

Christine Berry Chicken Salad Chocolate Nurse Pumpkin Drink BG Carrot Ginger Soup Curtis Four Bean Salad Lab Manager Grumpy Old Man Drink Police Officer Cinderella Dental Hygienist Old-fashioned Cocktail Meds Giving Nurse Turmeric Shot Bank Manager Sea Breeze Cocktail Conclusion Author's Afterthoughts About the Author

Introduction

There is no such thing as good people, not even with people who are supposedly professionals in their fields. Exposing a few of such people is the Netflix series “I Care a Lot.’’ In the dark thrilling series, there is a battle of who is the worst of the bad people between Marla whose jack in trade is scamming unsuspecting senior citizens of their cash and properties. And Roman, who is a mafia lord being into killing, drugs, trading scams, arms dealing, everything bad that you can think of. And Fran who is Marla accomplice in ripping senior citizens of their sweats. Don’t let the title fool you; the movie has nothing to do with care but more to do with lack of it. So, flex your fingers, get a hold of your old folks and explore the world of crime and eldercare through this cookbook!!

Sam Rice Fruit, Yogurt and Granola Parfait

Managing Berkshire Oaks Senior Living facility is a lot of work, but what Sam Rice needs to douse the stress is this bowl of delicious yogurt and fruit parfait. Prep time: 04 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 cup protein granola 1 cup mixed sliced berries 1 cup vanilla yogurt Directions Divide the yogurt, granola, and berries into two glasses.

Marla Grayson Ginger and Apple Cider Juice

The Lioness is not only a lioness at scamming older folks but also at preparing the best apple and ginger juice!! Prep time: 04 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 tablespoon powdered ginger juice 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 cup hot water Directions

Pour the hot water into a cup. Add the juices, honey and vinegar. Mix well.

Feldstrom Beef and Barley Soup

You can’t follow through with your vendetta against a con woman on an empty stomach; Feldstrom knows this, and this is why he likes to ‘arm’ his stomach with a serving of this delicious and healthy soup. Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 handful sliced celery stalk 1 pinch ground pepper 6 ounces chunked sirloin steak 1 chopped small onion 1 sliced medium carrot 6 tablespoons barley (quick-cooking) 1 teaspoon chopped thyme 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 cups beef stock

1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 1 pinch salt 8 tablespoons water Directions Season the steak with the pepper. Pour the oil into a pan. Cook the steak till brown. Transfer to a paper lined bowl. Toss in the celery and onion. Cook-stir for 3 minutes. Add the carrot, thyme and tomato paste. Cook for 5 minutes. Add the stock, beef, pepper, salt, barley and water. Cook till the barley is done. Turn off the heat. Add the vinegar. Serve.

Fran Mushroom and Leek Risotto

Marla’s ride or die girlfriend would go out of her way to hurt you if you steal her favorite meal or call her Frankie!! Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients 10ml chopped parsley 135g wiped button mushrooms 1 minced garlic clove 30g butter 1 tablespoon pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1 sliced large leek 10ml coconut oil 150g risotto rice

15g grated Parmesan cheese 500ml vegetable broth Directions Pour the oil and butter into a pan. Toss in the mushrooms. Fry for 4 minutes. Add the garlic and leek. Cook for 7 minutes. Add the rice. Stir for 2 minutes. Add the broth. Cook till the rice is soft. Add a part of the cheese, the pepper and salt. Serve the risotto rice. Garnish with the remaining cheese, parsley and mushroom.

Judge Lomax Strawberry Banana Smoothie

When you have to deal with Marla all the time, it saps your strength. But it is nothing that a gulp of this delicious and fresh smoothie can’t replenish!!! Prep time: 06 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 2 handfuls ice cubes 1 peeled medium banana 1 cup strawberries 1 cup almond milk Directions Pulse all of the ingredients till smooth.

Karen Amos Pancake

This pancake recipe is more real than our doctor. ‘’Shady and Dubious’’ don’t start to describe her!! Prep time: 05 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Servings: 1 Ingredients 6 tablespoons buttermilk 2 tablespoons melted butter (divided) 1 pinch baking powder 1 dash baking soda 3 ounces whole wheat flour 1 medium egg 1 tablespoon sugar 1 pinch salt Syrup to serve Sliced fruits to serve

Directions Preheat a griddle (nonstick) to 374 degrees F Mix the salt, baking soda, baking powder, sugar and wheat flour in a bowl. Mix the egg, buttermilk and 1 ½ tablespoons of the butter in another bowl. Combine the dry and wet ingredients in a larger bowl. Mix till your dough is a bit lumpy. Grease the griddle surface with the butter. Scoop and smooth the batter on the griddle. Cook till you have bubble form. Flip and cook the other side till done. Serve with syrup and sliced fruits.

Dean Erickson Chickpea Tuna Salad

A private lawyer by day, a cook by night. Dean makes the best tuna salad in the world; that is when he is not trying to waging a way with Marla. Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 cored and chopped medium red bell pepper 10 ounces rinsed and drained chickpeas 1 small sliced red onion 1 cup halved grape tomatoes 1 cup chopped arugula 1 medium diced seedless English cucumber 9 ounces albacore tuna 1 handful feta cheese 1 handful chopped parsley

1 cup salad dressing Cold water Directions Put the onion in a bowl of cold water. Cover and set aside. Toss in the cucumber, chickpeas, bell pepper, tomatoes, tuna, arugula, and soft onion in another bowl. Garnish with the dressing. Add a sprinkle of the cheese and parsley. Serve.

Roman Lunyov Hearty Salad, Avocado and Cheese

Life was going on smoothly until Marla decides to kidnap the mother of Mobster Roman. Will he eat her up like an avocado and cheese salad, or are things going to turn bad for Roman??? Prep time: 04 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 cup cheese dressing 2 handfuls diced peeled avocado 1 chopped grilled chicken breast 3 crumbled cooked bacon strips 2 handfuls grilled corn 4 cups shredded green lettuce

2 sliced hard-boiled eggs 2 handfuls halved cherry tomatoes Directions Put the eggs, tomatoes, lettuce, avocado, corn, chicken and bacon in a bowl. Toss well. Garnish with the cheese dressing.

Alexi Ignatyev Coconut Chickpea Curry

A mafia driver, Alexi could drive anyone and anything crazy!! Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon pepper 1 tablespoon coconut oil 2 minced garlic cloves 10 ounces diced tomatoes 1 diced medium yellow onion 11 ounces rinsed and drained chickpeas 1 teaspoon lime juice 10 ounces coconut milk 1 pinch cumin

1 pinch curry powder 1 tablespoon garam masala Directions Pour the oil into a pan. Cook the tomatoes and onion for 4 minutes. Add the pepper and salt. Cook for 6 minutes. Toss in the garam masala, garlic, chickpeas, cumin and curry powder. Throw in the coconut milk. Cook for 9 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the lime juice. Serve when it is a bit warm.

Berkshire O Beef and Root Vegetable Stew

This dish takes time, but guess what?? It is worth the wait!! Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 2 hours Servings: 3 Ingredients 1 diced small onion 1 teaspoon butter 2 tablespoons oil 1 minced garlic clove 1 pound beef stew meat 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 cups beef stock 1 bottle beer 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 pinch salt 1 sliced carrot 1 teaspoon pepper 1 sliced turnip

1 sliced parsnip 1 pinch paprika 1 teaspoon sugar Directions Pour the oil and butter in a pan. Add the beef. Cook till browned. Transfer to a plate. Add the onion and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes. Throw in the sauce, stock, paste, beer, sugar, pepper, salt and paprika. Add the beef back. Cook for 1 hour. Throw in the vegetables. Cook for 20 minutes.

Jeweler Salmon and Vegetables

Let us try the last recipe with seafood instead, shall we!! Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 tablespoon salt 1lb quartered red potatoes 2 minced garlic cloves (divided) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon thyme 1 salmon fillet 1 teaspoon ginger 2 handfuls chopped asparagus 2 tablespoons lemon juice (divided) 1 tablespoon pepper Directions

Preheat the oven to 399 degrees F. Place a foil over a sheet pan. Put the potatoes in the pan. Spread them out. Add a drizzle of the oil, pepper and salt. Add some of the lemon juice and one garlic. Roast for 20 minutes. To prepare the salmon glaze, combine the pepper, salt, thyme, ginger, one garlic, the remaining oil, and lemon juice. Mix well. Remove the pan. Push the potatoes up a bit and place the salmon in the pan. Brush the salmon with the salmon glaze. Throw in the asparagus and pour the remaining glaze over the potatoes and asparagus. Roast for 8 minutes. Flake the salmon. Serve.

Adelaide Omelet, Vegetables, and Cheese

Adelaide is not only a beautiful administrative guru, but she is a ‘monster’ in the kitchen too!! Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 chopped onion 1 ounce crumbled Swiss cheese 1 tablespoon melted butter 1 tablespoon milk 1 chopped green bell pepper 2 eggs 1 pinch salt 1 pinch black pepper Directions

Put some of the butter in a pan. Add the bell pepper and onion. Cook for 3 minutes. Mix the pepper, salt, milk and egg in a bowl. Keep aside. Transfer the onion mixture into a pan. Put the remaining butter in the same pan. Pour in the egg mixture. Cook for 3 minutes. When the omelet is almost done, add a sprinkle of the cheese over the omelet. Put the onion mixture into the center of the omelet. Fold an edge of the omelet to cover the vegetables. Cover the other edge when the omelet is done.

Eric Tomato Soup

You have so many tomato soup versions, but this version for old folks is just out of the ordinary! Prep time: 07 minutes Cooking time: 14 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 bay leaf 300g ripe tomatoes 1 large garlic clove 1 teaspoon oil 1 pinch salt 1 cubed onion 1 cup stock 1 pinch corn starch (mixed with water) 1 teaspoon sugar

1 tablespoon cream 1 pinch mixed dried herbs 1 pinch pepper Direction Sauté the onion, bay leaf and garlic in a pan of the oil. Cook for 3 minutes before adding the salt and tomatoes. Remove from heat. Allow cooling. Discard the bay leaf. Pour the tomatoes into a blender. Add the stock. Blend well. Drain and throw the leftovers away. Pour the liquid into a pot. Cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture. Add salt and sugar. Cook till the mixture starts to get thick. Add the pepper and herbs. Turn of the heat. Allow cooling before you stir in the cream.

Patrick Cranberry Sauce

Patrick doesn’t want to have anything to do with what is going on in the facility; he just wants this cranberry sauce!! Prep time: 05 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Servings: 3 Ingredients 16 ounces cranberries 100g sugar 1 pinch cinnamon 1 handful raisins 1 teaspoon nutmeg 150ml water Directions Boil the sugar and water in a pot.

Cook till your sugar gets dissolved in the water. Throw in the cranberries. Cook till they burst. Throw in the raisins, cinnamon and nutmeg. Chill for 30 minutes.

Guard Gerry Go-to Soup

This soup gets ready in the twinkle of an eye!! Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Servings: 5 Ingredients 5 cups chicken stock 1 cup water 1 tablespoon salt 1 chopped celery stalk 2 pounds shredded chicken 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1 sliced carrot 1 tablespoon pepper Directions

Pour the stock in a pot filled with the water. Boil for 2 minutes before adding the chicken and salt. Cook for 8 minutes. Throw in the celery and carrot. Cook for 6 minutes. Add the pepper. Serve and garnish with the parsley.

Jackson Banana Spice Smoothie

A little dash of the spices makes all the difference in this smoothie!!! Prep time: 04 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 pinch ground nutmeg 1 ripe banana 1 pinch ground cinnamon 1 cup vanilla kefir 1 pinch ground allspice 8 ice cubes Blend Directions all of the ingredients till smooth.

Heavy Tony Banana Pancakes

These pancakes are a brain booster!! Prep time: 04 minutes Cooking time: 06 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients 2 eggs 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 banana 2 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons butter 1 pinch vanilla extract 4 tablespoons almond milk 1 tablespoon shredded coconut Blueberries to serve Syrup to serve

Sliced bananas to serve Directions Blend all of the ingredients except for the oil till smooth. Pour the oil into a pan. Scoop the batter to make pancakes. When they are done, place them on one another in layers, and serve with blueberries, syrup and sliced bananas.

Deputy Sheriff Ice Cream

With only 2 ingredients, you and your old folks can enjoy a bowl of healthy ice cream!! Prep time: 03 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 12 ounces condensed milk 2 cups cold heavy cream Directions Whisk the cream to become stiff. Stir in the condensed milk. Freeze for 5 hours. Garnish with anything you want.

Heavy Chad Pumpkin Oatmeal

Addictive!!! Prep time: 04 minutes Cooking time: 04 minutes Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 cup almond milk 1 pinch ground ginger 4 tablespoons pumpkin puree 1 pinch ground nutmeg 1 pinch salt 1 pinch ground cinnamon 1 pinch ground allspice 1 tablespoon maple syrup 8 tablespoons rolled oats Roasted pecans for garnishing

Raisins for garnishing Yogurt for garnishing Directions Boil the milk and oats in a pot. Add in the spices, ginger, salt, maple syrup and pumpkin puree. Cook for 2 minutes. Serve immediately. Garnish with roasted pecans, raisins and yogurt.

Father Vince Roasted Root Vegetables

This dish is divine!!! Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 28 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 chopped red onion 1 pound peeled and chunked root vegetable mix 1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons oil 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary 1 pinch black pepper Directions Preheat the oven to 426 degrees F. Rim a baking sheet.

Scatter the root vegetable mix on the sheet. Add the oil, salt, pepper and onion. Roast for 20 minutes. Add a sprinkle of the rosemary. Roast for an additional 7 minutes.

Nurse Creamy Vegetable Soup

Your old folks will love you for this!! Prep time: 05 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients 2 chopped celery sticks 1 medium chopped onion 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 chunked medium peeled carrots 1 pinch red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon salt 1 minced garlic clove 1 teaspoon dried thyme 3 small peeled and chunked potatoes 3 tablespoons coconut milk 1 bay leaf 1 cup chicken stock

Directions Sauté the carrots, onion and celery in a pan of the oil. Add the pepper flakes and salt. Cook for 6 minutes. Add the bay leaf, garlic, thyme and potatoes. Cook for 4 minutes. Add the stock. Allow boiling and simmering for 13 minutes. Turn off the heat. Throw the bay leaf away. Allow cooling before pulsing the mixture till smooth. Add the coconut milk. Serve cold or warm.

Christine Berry Chicken Salad

This combo will definitely give your palate a lift!! Prep time: 05 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 handful blueberries 4 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs 4 tablespoons flour 1 chunked skinless boneless chicken breast 1 pinch salt 1 whisked egg 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup canola oil 1 ounce raspberries 1 chopped romaine heart 4 tablespoons blue cheese rumbles 3 chopped strawberries

1 cup red berry vinaigrette 2 handfuls chopped candied pecans 2 chopped crispy bacon strips Directions Toss the chicken with the pepper and salt. Coat the chicken in the flour, egg and breadcrumbs. Keep aside. Fry the chicken in a pan of the oil. Fry till crispy. Cut the crispy chicken into strips. Put the chicken, romaine heart, berries, cheese rumbles, bacon and pecans in a large bowl. Add a drizzle of the vinaigrette.

Chocolate Nurse Pumpkin Drink

When you and your old folks need to relax after a long day, this drink has got you covered. Prep time: 04 minutes Cooking time: 03 minutes Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 cup almond milk 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 cup pumpkin puree 1 teaspoon pumpkin sauce 2 tablespoons whipped cream 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice Directions Boil the milk, sugar, pumpkin sauce and puree in a pan.

Cook for 3 minutes. Serve in a cup. Garnish with the whipped cream and pumpkin spice.

BG Carrot Ginger Soup

Healthy and flavorful!! Prep time: 07 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients 1 dollop maple syrup 2 handfuls sliced yellow onion 1 tablespoon carrot oil 2 minced garlic cloves 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 cup chopped carrot 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1 pinch salt 1 teaspoon pepper

2 cups broth 1 dollop coconut milk Directions Pour the oil into a pan. Add the pepper, onion and salt. Cook for 6 minutes. Add the carrot and garlic. Cook for 6 minutes. Throw in the vinegar, broth and ginger. Cook for 20 minutes. Allow cooling before blending. Add the syrup. Serve with the coconut milk.

Curtis Four Bean Salad

This is the perfect dish for your summer outing!!! Prep time: 05 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 4 Ingredients 2 tablespoons oil 1 diced onion 1 can chickpeas 1 can wax yellow beans 1 can red kidney beans 1 can green beans 1 pinch pepper 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Directions

Drain the content of the cans. Throw the drained ingredients in a large bowl. Throw in the remaining ingredients. Toss well. Refrigerate for 4 hours.

Lab Manager Grumpy Old Man Drink

Is your old man acting all grumpy and what not? This drink is the perfect solution!! Prep time: 03 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 dash lemon juice 2 ounces bourbon 1 ounce ginger ale Ice cubes Directions Add ice to a glass. Pour in the bourbon and lemon juice.

Stir well. Add the ale on top.

Police Officer Cinderella

Don’t worry; this drink won’t make you lose your shoe!!! Prep time: 03 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 teaspoon grenadine 1 ounce lemon juice 1 dash ginger ale 2 ounces orange juice 2 ounces pineapple juice Ice cubes Pineapple slices for garnishing Directions Pour the grenadine and juices into a shaker of ice.

Shake well. Strain into a glass. Add the ale on top. Garnish with pineapple slices. Enjoy.

Dental Hygienist Old-fashioned Cocktail

Classically old!! Prep time: 03 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 pinch sugar 2 ounces rye whiskey 2 dashes bitters Ice cubes Maraschino cherry for garnishing Orange peel for garnishing Directions Pour the sugar into a glass. Add the bitters to dissolve the sugar.

Stir well. Add ice and whiskey. Stir well. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and orange peel.

Meds Giving Nurse Turmeric Shot

This is an energy fast drink when your old folks need it!! Prep time: 06 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 2 ounces orange juice 2 tablespoons chopped turmeric 1 ounce lemon juice 1 pinch black pepper 2 tablespoons chopped ginger Directions Add all of the ingredients except for the pepper in a blender. Blend well.

Garnish with the pepper. Serve.

Bank Manager Sea Breeze Cocktail

Refreshingly light!!! Prep time: 03 minutes Cooking time: nil Servings: 1 Ingredients 1 ounce grapefruit juice 2 ounces cranberry juice 1 ounce vodka Lemon wedge for garnishing Directions Pour the vodka and juices into a glass of ice. Stir well. Garnish with a lemon wedge.

Conclusion Taking care of your old folks would no longer be a problem, as this cookbook features healthy meals that are suitable for them and you too. Now, you need not worry about cooking different meals for you and them, for with the cookbook, you have more than enough healthy and delicious meals that would keep them healthy in their old age and also keep you healthy and youthful.

Author's Afterthoughts

It’s incredible to think that I hesitated to publish my book, thinking that it wouldn’t get as much as a single attention from anyone. But here we are. You all have bought and accepted this book, and it means more than you can ever imagine. So, here’s me asking for one more favor. I would love to know your thoughts on this book. Your feedback will mean a lot to me and help others who are searching for the right book. Thanks, Dan Babel

About the Author From humble beginnings in a little town in Florida to the big stage, Dan Babel had always known that his path included a lot of food. As a child, he was always in the kitchen with his mother and grandmother. Most times, it was to see what he could grab when no one was looking. However, he was also attracted to what he saw as “magic.” He wondered how something as white and simple as flour could create the delicious cakes he could never let go of. His curiosity led him from just eating the meals to being a part of the cooking process. As a natural, Dan realized that it didn’t take long for him to learn even the most complex of recipes. It was inevitable that he would head to culinary school just after he completed high school. After his graduation, Dan worked with a team of chefs whose specialty was traditional Asian dishes. Thanks to the skills learned here, he went on to open up his restaurant. It has been close to a decade, and it keeps getting better.