Practice break (extra reading, not required)

When you're ready to take a break from practicing, you might want to take a glance at a couple of these recent articles about culinary school and working in the hospitality industry. 

(Bonus! You'll probably find one or two things that you'll want to ask one of the professionals about.)

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/18/education/culinary-schools-speed-the-rise-of-hopeful-chefs.html?_r=0

(If you're having trouble with this link, drop us a note - this story is available in word doc format on request)

http://www.eater.com/2016/1/29/10868980/should-i-go-to-culinary-school

http://www.eater.com/2015/7/23/9011517/culinary-school-costs-tuition-starting-chef-salary-worth

http://www.eater.com/2014/7/28/6184011/chefs-weigh-in-does-culinary-school-get-cooks-hired

http://www.eater.com/2016/1/27/10835270/restaurant-industry-women-chefs-paid-maternity-leave