Kitchen employees' day-to-day life remains largely unimaginable for many, as detailed by journalist and author Géraldine Meignan.
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G'day, mate! Forget the usual kangaroo and vegemite, it's food stories that interest me today, thanks to Camille Labro. You might not know her, but trust me, she's a name to remember. This French journalist wasn't content with the keyboard and pen, she traded them for a chef's knife and apron.
Camille grew up surrounded by the magic of food, with her Popa (grandfather) teaching her the tricks of the culinary trade. The man was a notary clerk turned gardener, who led a simple, rewarding life, and passed on his love for cooking and nature to his grandkids.
During her holidays, Camille joined her family in the Yvelines and watched her grandfather work his magic in the kitchen. From humble omelettes to sumptuous blanquette, every dish sparked curiosity. When her parents separated, Camille took matters into her own hands, whipping up "stuffed noodles" for her brothers and herself.
As life went on, Camille found herself with a journalism degree and an appetite for adventure. She worked for some of France's top publications, but a turning point came when her newspaper was bought. Seeing the decline of her profession, she decided to follow her heart and enrolled in a culinary school.
The journey wasn't easy - long hours, intense pressure, and scenes that would give you nightmares. But Camille persevered, and today, she's a volunteer at the Refugee Food association, where she dishes up meals alongside refugees.
So here's to Camille Labro, a woman who traded her typewriter for a chef's knife, and who found inspiration and solace in the world of cooking and the company of refugees. Her story reminds us that it's never too late to chase after your passion.
Chaud devant ! Tribulations d'une journaliste en cuisine, by Géraldine Meignan and Hubert Van Rie, Bayard Graphic, 160 p., 23 €.
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- Camille Labro's lifestyle transformed from journalism to cooking when she decided to follow her heart and enrolled in a culinary school, choosing a culinary career over a typewriter.
- The food-and-drink sector offered Camille Labro a new education-and-self-development path, where she honed her cooking skills, creating dishes that not only satisfied appetites but also sparked curiosity.
- Serving food and nurturing lives, Camille Labro has expanded her career-development opportunities by becoming a volunteer at the Refugee Food association, working alongside refugees and sharing her passion for cooking.
- Through her journey, Camille Labro's story serves as an inspiration for home-and-garden enthusiasts and foodies alike, demonstrating that it's never too late to pursue one's passion in the realm of food and service.
