"Are You in the Industry?"

No, I'm not...in the food industry that is, but that didn't stop me from getting the chance to meet Gabrielle Hamilton, author of Blood, Bones & Butter and chef/owner of Prune, last night at Amis.  After sending thoughts of love and kindness during a meditation session and while simultaneously cooking dinner and checking Twitter updates, I came across several tweets mentioning Gabrielle's appearance/guest cooking/book signing at Marc Vetri's restaurant.  Having just finished the book, which I thought was absolutely wonderful and inspiring (so glad I got the chance to tell her too!) I picked up my copy and flew out the door rocking my geek glasses and without a stitch of make-up on.  The line was long, and as I approached the front I quickly realized they were asking for proof at the door that you were somehow involved in the food industry.  Eek!  Does fille en ville count; a random no-name girl, with a no-name blog?  Marc Vetri did RT me on Twitter once...does that count?  He did just pass by me. Maybe he will remember?  After all this thinking, I approached the door, said what the hell, gave my best charming smile in my geek glasses, and it actually worked.  I was on my way to meet Gabrielle Hamilton, who I have a slight girl crush on after reading her memoir, because she is so freakin' awesome.  And voilà!  This woman is one cool chick, and my expectations of her definitely held true.  I gave her my praise, shook her hand, she signed my book, and I even made her chuckle! Success, and definitely the highlight of my night! And, since I had already made my way in, I decided to stay/mingle/grab a drink....it was a party after all!  After this encounter, I will most definitely be making a reservation at Prune, ASAP!  I'll keep you posted!