Raw Truths of A Chef's Life: Addiction, Passion and The Lessons That Saved Me

Raw Truths from a Chef's Life: Addiction, Passion, and the Lessons That Saved Me From the Bronx to high volume kitchens, from addiction to recovery, from heartbreak to hope — Chef Moses Hernandez has lived a life behind the line few could imagine. In this raw, deeply personal memoir, Hernandez takes you on a journey through the heat of the kitchen and the chaos of his own struggles. With honesty as sharp as a chef's knife, he lays bare the price of passion: the sacrifices, the scars, the broken dreams, and the small victories that gave him the strength to keep going. From culinary school highs to moments of crushing loss, from finding love for food to losing — and rebuilding — love for himself, this book is an unflinching portrait of what it really takes to build a life in the kitchen. More than a memoir, Raw Truths from a Chef's Life is a testament to character, grit, and the human spirit. For anyone who has ever wondered what goes on behind the swinging doors — or inside the heart of a chef — this is a story of resilience, growth, and the healing power of food. Advance Praise for Raw Truths from a Chef's Life "Authentic, honest, the real deal. I couldn't put it down." — Friend & Bandmate "You truly inspire those around you." — Mentor and Professional Chef "Your resilience is incredibly inspiring." — Current Boss and Food Service Management Professional "Such a great read — we will all relate to this." — Chef Friend and Colleague "This book is filled with encouragement, laughter, and love." — Aunt "It needs to be printed, signed, and on every chef's shelf." — Professional Chef Colleague "A blooming Anthony Bourdain in the making." — Mentor and Professional Chef