I spent the past week in Austin, Texas, for the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) Conference. And now that I am home, I believe I have officially recognized a new disorder. It is called Post Conference Depression Syndrome (aka PCDS).
I attended the conference as a form of Professional Development, to learn more about the culinary industry…
Texas Barbecue at Boggy Creek Farm
To connect with old friends…
Me, Dan Kohler and Scott Givot
Me, Selena Darrow and Shauna Ahern
…and network with new ones.
Bill Yosses, White House Pastry Chef, doing his Harry Connick Jr. Impression at the piano
I was eager to form partnerships with people who were passionate about fighting obesity, building sustainable food systems, and ensuring a healthy future for our children…
IACP Kids in the Kitchen Garden to Table workshop
And one side effect was the accumulation of life experiences that I’ll never forget…
Bats emerging at dusk, Austin TX
After returning home, I experienced an overwhelming sense of happiness. I should have expected the tears that would flow as I reflected upon the experience and looked upon my photographs with nostalgia…
Maybe you have experienced similar symptoms? I can’t be alone – please share your PCDS story.
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PCDS? No kidding. I am suffering big time. Although, several co-workers mentioned I was “glowing”! I intend to glow AND drink from the bottle of Austin- slowly savoring every sip, until we descend upon NY
Great post! I was completely lethargic for one day thinking about all the work I had to catch up on, but now I am inspired by all the things I learned!
Indeed! Feels like I was sprinting for five days and just came to a sudden stop. Your pictures are beautiful, it was so nice to see you in person. Already looking forward to NYC.
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The cure? Come back to Texas! And if you come to Houston, I can show you some more of our Southern hospitality
Glad you had a great time–love all the pictures!
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