The context of the following conversation is She had learned a ton in culinary school, Aubrey finished garnishing their breakfast.:
Aubrey says I got a lot of compliments on the garnish on the breakfast..
The friend responds Where did you learn to garnish food like that?.
Aubrey responds I went to culinary school for 3 years..
The friend responds Oh really, why didn't you become a chef?.
Aubrey responds I worked in a restaurant for a year, but it was a lot of work. So when my current job came along I took it..
The friend responds Wow that's awesome..