Behind the Line: Derek Simcik

• Background (17% complete)

  From childhood influences through career development to that “aha” moment

• Inspirations (10% complete)

  The people, food and beverage, culture and experiences that drive all that passion

• Philosophies (2% complete)

  Thoughtful takes on all things culinary

• Favorites (1% complete)

  Personal preferences — the order of the day

• A Little Bit of Fun (2% complete)

  Everything from eating habits to playing media to bikes and body ink

• Off the Clock (8% complete)

  Dining and drinking, home and hobbies, vacations and volunteering… the pros take time off

• Help for Home Cooks/Bartenders (2% complete)

  Industry pros help home cooks and bartenders get it right and expand their repertoires

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