I love Jeff's writing. Thank you for continuing to bring Jeff Smith and his wonderful humor to me on a weekly basis. I love Red Meat, too. Of course, Jeff Smith can drive perfectly at 85 miles per hour. We have his word for it.
Some folks never notice that if they can do anything they like, so can everyone else.
Among the staff there are some of the most talented people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Ron Kain was certainly hired to replace me, but I left of my own volition, as did sous chef Linda Wood. The split was an amicable one, but even after helping to create it, I felt that the new menu did not accurately reflect my strengths or interests, so I tendered my resignation. I continue to support Ventana Grill. I consider it a privilege to have worked with the consulting chef in creating the new menu there and with chef Ron Kain in implementing it.