almost two decades

similar to the main character he was in a michelin star restaurant and is kinda dangled in the industry as a draw, and has had to kind of 'start over' at smaller restaurants like Carmy does to a more dramatic extent in the show.

I was like, is the show realistc? he was like it's 100% realistic.

on top of that his wife was also formerly a pastry chef as well, the hours are unbelievable really.

one thing that's wild about the industry that I think the show touches on is the loyalty and bonds you create in the kitchen. A dude he worked with years ago comped us a whole meal at his new restaurant. Really was an experience, the waiter upselling us the whole time, people giving us excellent treatment despite us being underdressed and not being rich types that frequent the spot, all knowing we would get a bill for $0.00.

First time I've exprerienced first hand, but you feel the camaraderie through those gestures.