Chapter 59: The Christmas Bonus

The afternoon was another quiet time for the kitchen. So Samantha took the chance to discuss with her team the upcoming grand opening of the hotel. They were two weeks away and like as she did with their regular dishes; she wanted to make some slight modifications to the planned courses. 

Since they did not have any orders at three in the afternoon, nor were the reservations in the evening that significant, they tested on her alterations, cooking the required dishes according to Samantha's adjustments. 

The Pearl Diamond Restaurant was made closed for their own food tasting and discussion over the dishes. 

"Hmmm... This is just heaven," remarked Anthony. "Wonder why I never tried it this way!"

"I love the mix seafood dish!" Remarked Jane. "I did not think it was possible to use lemon leaves as an added aroma!"

Samantha chuckled and said to them, "Sometimes, you learn things as you cook for your child."

Matteo, on the other han