I was the Executive Chef of the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim and that's where they begin to cook Michael Jackson in the eighties, first with his personal chef who cooked Mani Khalsa at his residence, and then on my own. I had just been selected as a member of Culinary Team USA, a prestigious achievement, winning three gold medals at the Culinary Olympics in global competition, was the first Pilipino / Asian Americans in this group elite chefs. So who better to cook for Michael in his "second home" of a chef International Award? YME Mani would coordinate the menu and the list of goods via fax (no e-mail in those days) for Michael's frequent visits he became "my baby." Michael visited Disneyland several times in his career and was "blessed" with the opportunity to cook for the "King of Pop" every time you stay with us. Many celebrities
rent an entire floor when staying in a hotel, but Michael drivers are rented the entire floor above and around the floor under Michael. Logistics planning Michael's every move are daunting. Since the development of alternate routes and his entourage, to the development of costumes I saw in her living room set, the coordination of food service completa.Me made incredible efforts that Michael had the "Happiest Place on Earth" . Michael
menus at the time were a bit difficult as a vegetarian and followed strict guidelines in preparing their meals. Although I would have liked to present dishes inspired Filipinos, it was all about tracking the meal plan for Michael. Batch of smoothies and purees, stews and vegetarian sandwiches, and his favorite dish, tofu and cheese enchiladas green tomatillo sauce.
With Michael in the hotel, I like to prepare myself the day to day operations to be on call "24 / 7" of Jackson, his entourage and guests. I liked to create special storage areas for food of Michael, even leaving aside the equipment such as blenders, utensils, pots and pans designed to "food preparation only Michael." I liked Michael prepare food in our kitchen and in his suite, that gave me the opportunity to take a look at his personal life as well, "so personal" as could be, with drivers for many attendees around him .
I was in the suite Michael to prepare their meals and on occasion, he entertained large groups of people. Michael walked into the kitchen while I was cooking and commenting on "how good the food smelled and looked." It could even take a sample of what I was cooking and favorable comment. It was through these exchanges that I took my first impressions that Michael was a nice, calm and respectful. He never seemed to be demanding or impressed with him. These feelings soon were confirmed in a big way. One night, Michael came to the kitchen, gently grabbed my arm and said, "Boss, you're going to sit down to dinner with us." Totally surprised by the delicacy and the generosity of Michael, I first nege me, but Michael has persisted and soon found myself sitting timidly on the edge of the table, stirring the food on my plate, watching the King of Pop dinner.
After a number of times cisine for Michel, I asked my family and friends if I took a picture with Michael as a souvenir. I did not want to impose on him for a picture or an autograph. But eventually succumbed, realizing that somehow I was to document my experiences with Michael. Thus, during a visit I had the courage to take a camera to his suite. I had the camera in my pocket every time I thought that the opportunity was, but could not because of my own shyness. I realized that Michael vat of the hotel and this was my chance, or perhaps have to wait until your next visit. Michael walked up to me in the hallway, I was awkward to get the camera and again and again a testimony of his goodness, he'd take off all the pressure, saying: "Let's take a picture!" I handed the camera to one of his assistants, who took the photograph.
The mega-star image World Michael was created by the individual. Was necessary to have control of many attendees, as the demands on him were enormous, but I think its ultra VIP treatment respondent not Michael the person. An example to highlight is a chance that Michael stayed ice cream out of place and was later found, completely melted it was informed the city of Jackson, very worried because Michael was the dessert that night. The aid returned shortly, saying calmly: "Ice cream is not a problem., But can we use helium-port, because we're going to bring Michael's favorite ice cream searched by helicopter for dinner tonight." Here's the deal with a mega star, but I think Michael would have an easy solution for a cup of fruit or other dessert if you knew how much effort is needed to get their ice cream.
Upon learning of his death, my first reaction was shock and disbelief. As confirmations rolled one after another, began to come to grips that the "World's Greatest Entertainer" had left us. The television news began to run videos from many performances of Michael. And to hear the soothing voice of Michael unnudo developed in my throat and my eyes filled with tears.
Michael Jackson "The World's Best Ever" was, unfortunately, a prisoner of his own fame. And because of this, had a controversial and tumultuous life, leading many to speculate and make assumptions. These impressions are often based on what one sees or hears, but rarely based on what one really knows. For me, I witnessed the kindness of Michael, serenity and humility and made it firsthand, and that's how I will always remember Michael Jackson.
source: foro.univision.com
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