Boudreaux the Baptist
Boudreaux, a Cajun highlander from Rapides Parish in central Louisiana, was an older, single gentleman, who was born and raised a Baptist, living in South Louisiana. Each Friday night after work, he would fire up his outdoor grill and cook a venison steak.
Now, all of Boudreaux’s neighbors were Catholic… And since it was Lent, they were forbidden from eating meat on Fridays. The strong delicious aroma from the grilled venison steaks was causing such a problem for the Catholic faithful that they finally talked to their priest. The priest came to visit Boudreaux, and suggested that Boudreaux convert to Catholicism. After several classes and much study, Boudreaux attended Mass and as the priest sprinkled holy water over him, he said, "You were born a Baptist and raised a Baptist, but now you are Catholic."
Boudreaux’s neighbors were greatly relieved, until Friday night arrived, and the wonderful aroma of grilled venison filled the neighborhood. The priest was called immediately by the neighbors and, as he rushed into Boudreaux’s yard, clutching a rosary and prepared to scold him, he stopped in amazement and watched.
There stood Boudreaux, clutching a small bottle of water which he carefully sprinkled over the grilling meat, and chanted: "You wuz born a deer, and you wuz raised a deer, but now you is a catfish."
Catholic here. and i just cracked up. =]
I dont have any previous work experience and I dont really have any extra curricular activities. But i really want this job. Any suggestions?
If you are applying for a restaurant you probable wont need a resume and your also a little young for one just go there and ask for a application.Also after you turn in your application you can go there and talk to them ask them if they got your application and if they have any questions show them that you want the job more then the next guy.
We like live music of all kinds, pubs, theater, lively night life, art, architecture, museums, cafés, history, interesting people, etc. We don’t care about shopping and don’t have any children. We prefer to walk everywhere. It will be in September.
Montreal:
On Sunday afternoons, many people gather on the Mont-Royal mountain to play Tam-tams and picnic, play sports, have mock medieval fights, etc.
In September there will be the Chinese lanterns exhibition at the Botanical Gardens (this is right next door to the Olympic Stadium, if you want to go up and see the view).
The Plateau is artsy, hipster section, like Mont-Royal street, lots of vintage shops. You’ll see lots of interesting people.
For museums, downtown, you’ve got the Beaux-arts and the Contemporary arts museums…on Wednesday evenings, entrance is free to many museums.
There’s, of course, the Old Port (very touristy, but enjoyable). You can get your caricature drawn by a street artists and listen to street musicians.
Tonight, a home depot is having its grand opening in my town. What events occur at a Home Depot Neighborhood Night? Are there giveaways or food?
Has anyone ever been to one before??
Yes. Why not look it up on the net. homedepot.com
Boudreaux, a Cajun highlander from Rapides Parish in central Louisiana, was an older, single gentleman, who was born and raised a Baptist, living in South Louisiana. Each Friday night after work, he would fire up his outdoor grill and cook a venison steak.
Now, all of Boudreaux’s neighbors were Catholi c… And since it was Lent, they were forbidden from eating meat on Fridays. The strong delicious aroma from the grilled venison steaks was causing such a problem for the Catholic faithful that they finally talked to their priest. The priest came to visit Boudreaux, and suggested that Boudreaux convert to Catholicism. After several classes and much study, Boudreaux attended Mass and as the priest sprinkled holy water over him, he said, "You were born a Baptist and raised a Baptist, but now you are Catholic."
Boudreaux’s neighbors were greatly relieved, until Friday night arrived, and the wonderful aroma of grilled venison filled the neighborhood. The priest was called immediately by the neighbors and, as he rushed into Boudreaux’s yard, clutching a rosary and prepared to scold him, he stopped in amazement and watched.
There stood Boudreaux, clutching a small bottle of water which he carefully sprinkled over the grilling meat, and chanted: "You wuz born a deer, and you wuz raised a deer, but now you a catfish."
Source: Zack Lissard
So much reading for such little pleasure.
To answer your question on peer pressure I will say an emphatic no.
All of those I know will tell you don’t tell me what to do or think I have lived a long time and have been through it all. You did it your way and I did it my way and we both are here now, you don’t need my advice and I sure as heck don’t need yours.
It’s in a strip mall in a developing upscale neighborhood & warehouse businesses. Besides the newspaper, what else can I do? When people do come in, I’m highly praised for the food. Yet, the place is empty in the p.m. The decor is modern. I also get compliments on it.
Do you want your restaurant to attract "upscale" customers in keeping with the neighborhood (and your highly-praised food)? If so, don’t do coupons, don’t do 2-for-1 deals, don’t do any kind of food discounts at all. To do so gives the impression that you are going for the bargain-hunter customers and that can be the death of an upscale or "boutique" (one-of-a-kind) type of restaurant. Once you start with the discounting, the people who eat out based on that will continue to expect it. That kind of customer is notoriously fickle and disloyal. They’re looking for a bargain, not for great food in an up-and-coming neighborhood.
If you want to run on that treadmill, then use that technique. If, on the other hand, you want to attract consistent, loyal customers who like good food in an interesting neighborhood you need word of mouth, plus some reminders for the kinds of customers you want. Having a happy hour (if you have a bar) can’t hurt at all; just make it something really nice, not a cheap-beer free for all.
Restaurants can take years to become established, so you do need to be patient. But in the meantime, make sure everyone in the neighborhood knows you’re there – not with discounts, but with signage, simple ads in local publications (not just citywide papers), and by hosting events and/or live music. Be sure that the local restaurant critics (print, radio, AND TV) and alternative media know that you exist (many cities have papers other than the big dailies, plus "local-flavor" magazines). You don’t have to take out an ad to do this. Send them a press release about an event or any small change in your restaurant – it’s their job to keep track of things like this. Be sure you get your name in the balloting for "best of" competitions – many cities of all sizes have them.
Be sure that you personally talk to your customers about the business and listen to their ideas as well. They are your best marketing by far – the better you treat them, the faster you will get more customers. And listen to them about the menu and the pricing. Get to know the customers who have lots of experience in the restaurants in your city and in your neighborhood – they can give you invaluable insight into all kinds of things.
One last thing – it never ceases to amaze me how many restaurant owners lose track of their business by putting other people in charge. You personally have to be there as many hours as humanly possible until you are getting the kind of business you want. You are going to have to listen and adapt and adapt again to be able to make it – to do that you personally have to be in that place to know how to adapt. If you’re already doing that, you’re way ahead of many other restaurants and you’re doing something that has led many restaurants toward success.
For example: I notice that when I microwave hot water for 2 minutes at 7am, it is not as hot as it would be at 2-3 am. ( I wish I had time to do a controlled experiment with this) Does the amount of electricity used by your neighbors during high-usage times affect the amount of electricity available to an individual home? Thanks!
Electricity to a set of homes is supplied by a main transformer which has a particular capacity ( in kW)
When the total consumption of power exceeds the capacity of the transformer the voltage across the appliances drops.
At high – usage times or peak hours all your neighbors use the appliances simultaneously there is a drop in the voltage supply. It takes more time to heat up. A water pump lifts water slowly. The light bulbs become duller.
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