On Chefs and Cosmeticians

They ply themselves to sculpting,
to fingernails and foie-gras,
those crafty cutters, carving, trimming.

Creations to delight the senses,
a dab of blush or sauce bearnaise,
a final glance, she's ready for her audience.

Haute couture or haute cuisine, 
they'll grace a page
in any food or fashion magazine.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Windisch Mason Avatar
June 14, 2012 at 6:21 PM
Dear Keith, Fabulous poem!.Your writing is fantastic.( I just read 2 other of your poems,couldnt decide which to comment on first,lovely they are)But what especially made me smile,is because I can somehow relate.For 6 years I worked as a cosmetician,(In Victoria) And for 3 years here,(In kelowna)As a cook(Not chef though)I have never read a poem with the 2 combined,but you did so well,Delicious!.Best wishes,Tracy.
Bickerstaffe Avatar
June 14, 2012 at 6:36 PM
I am so glad you liked it! Blessings, Keith
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