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<i> ♪ it's that time of year ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ where we show</i>
<i> some love and cheer ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ when the lights</i>
<i> shine a bit brighter ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ I can't wait for the snow</i>
<i> pine cones and mistletoe ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ let's take</i>
<i> a little stroll ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ no baby don't let go ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ 'cause it's christmas ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ do doo-doo do doo-doo ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ a celebration right here ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ do doo-doo do doo-doo ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ yeah it's christmas ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ do doo-doo do doo-doo ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ my favorite time of year ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ do doo-doo do doo-doo ♪</i>

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<i> ♪ yeah it's christmas ♪</i>

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<i> -Hola,</i> carmen.
-Oh.<i> Hola,</i> sue.<i> Buenas.</i>

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Don't mind me.
I'm just tidying up a bit.

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-Anything I can help with?
-No.

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Unless you can replace
my porcelain christmas tree.

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-Then no.
-Well, maybe I can help.

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I know it's not your mom's,
but I know how upset you were...

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-When it broke, so...
-Carmen!

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[gasps]
it's perfect!

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-You like it? You're welcome.
-Yes. Thank you so much.

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Hey, just leave it right there,
I'll find a place for it.

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-Okay.
-[rita]<i> hola!</i>

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<i> -Hola! Hola, abuelita.</i>
<i> -Feliz navidad!</i>

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I brought you some
leftover<i> pollo guisado.</i>

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<i> Abuelita,</i>
there's plenty of food here.

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No such thing.

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Okay, okay,<i> nos, vamenos?</i>

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Are you sure you're okay
on your own?

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Yes, go, go, go!
Enjoy your christmas shopping.

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-All right.
-Okay.

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-Buh-bye.
<i> -Adios.</i>

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All right.

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<i> [instrumental "deck the hall"]</i>

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[music continues]

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-Thank you. Happy holidays.
-[door chimes chiming]

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[victor] there she is.

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Hi, victor, shirley,
I was wondering if you two

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Would show up today.
What would you like to order?

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I don't think I've tried
the<i> pan de mallorca.</i>

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-Ooh. What's that?
-Oh, it's a sweet bread roll.

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My<i> abuela</i> used to make these
every weekend

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Back in puerto rico.
We'll take two.

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[shirley] I am so excited.

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-Shall we?
-Sure.

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[gasps]

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Carmen, this is exquisite.

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Mm, I have to say,
these taste exactly

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Like I remember hers did.
You know...

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Your baking never ceases
to amaze. You have a gift.

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Well, my family used to own
a postre shop in puerto rico,

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So everything I create,
I make using their recipes

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That they've passed down
for generations.

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You see those jars behind me,
they're pineapple chunks

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That have been soaking in rum
for about a year.

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Do they need to be soaking
that long? No.

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But that's the way
my family does it.

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I just thought of something,
our lansby view hotel hosts

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An annual christmas gala, famous
for our big holiday feast.

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It's a wonderful event
and a great cause.

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Even though
it's on christmas day,

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Everyone who's anyone goes.

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The event not only benefits
those in need,

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But has also become a way
to showcase up-and-coming chefs.

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This year's sponsor is famed
food critic anna maria garza.

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That's right, all our chefs
move on to do great things.

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The exposure alone can jumpstart
you into who knows what!

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You should interview.

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Call that number, they'll
give you all the information.

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Make sure you say
victor and shirley sent you.

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I-I've, I've never
actually run a kitchen,

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So I don't think I would be
the person you're looking for.

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Oh, no, you hush now,
you are exactly

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What that stuffy ol' party
needs.

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And I think it's perfect timing

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'cause aren't the interviews
on Monday?

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That's right.

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Promise us you will at least
consider attending.

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-Yeah, I will think about it.
-Mm. That's a start!

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We'll take it. Let us know
if you need anything at all.

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Oh, thank you. And the rolls
are on the house today.

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-Oh. Carmen! That is so sweet.
-Thank you.

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-Bye. Happy holidays!
-[shirley] oh, pilar! Hi.

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[victor] hey, hey.
[pilar] hi. I'm here! I'm here!

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Sorry I'm late. Sorry I'm late.

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That was mr. And mrs. Flores,
right?

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Yeah, they came
for their<i> pan de mallorca.</i>

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Oh! Oh, wow!

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It's almost all sold out
and it's not even 2 p.M.

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That must be a new record.
Aww...

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-The christmas tree is fixed.
-Yeah, I got a new one for sue.

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Ay, of course you did.
Such a bleeding heart.

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-What is that?
-Oh, it-it's nothing.

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Ooh! Someone gave you
their phone number?

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-Is he cute? Can we call him?
-No, no.

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It's victor and shirley,
it was just...

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Um, it's this holiday
fundraising gala that they have

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Every year in their hotel
in lansby view, I guess.

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Wait, it's not
the lansby view hotel, is it?

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[carmen] actually, yeah. Why?

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Carmen, that's only
the social event

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Of the holiday season at a
five-star paradise! That's all.

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They didn't invite you to it,
did they?

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Because if they did,
I am so going with you.

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-And where are you both going?
-Nowhere! No...

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<i> Wita,</i> victor and shirley
invited carmen

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To a very fancy holiday party.

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Oh, so you're gonna miss
<i> noche buena?</i>

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[carmen] no, no, no, no.
It is not like that.

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They're looking for chefs
that can handle a menu

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On christmas day, but it sounds
way out of my league, so--

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[pilar] so what?
That's incredible!

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You're going to interview,
right?

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[carmen] I don't,
I don't think so, I mean,

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They're probably looking for
somebody with more experience.

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Okay, carmen,
stop selling yourself short.

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They personally invited you
because they know

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You're the best. You have to do
it.<i> Abuelita,</i> tell her.

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You have to do it,<i> mijita.</i>

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Really, you have to do it.
Tell her.

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[speaking in foreign language]

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See,<i> wita</i> and sue
said you have to.

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-[rita chuckling]
-I'm applying for you then.

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No, no, pilar! You cann...
No, I don't even qualify.

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It says that you need to have
a degree in culinary arts

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Or some sort
of chef certification!

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Oh, your certification
is in your heritage!

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-You learned from the two best!
-Exactly!

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See, and I'll certify you
right now if I have to.

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You fake it till you make it,
<i> mamacita!</i>

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Pilar, you can't do that!

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Uh-huh? See? There.

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Easy enough. You're in.

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-Pilar, you submitted me?
-[pilar] yes.

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-[sighs] pilar!
-[pilar] and you're going!

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Now go call and tell them
that you applied,

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So they can make sure
to bring you in.

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Go ahead, I'm, I'm not moving
until you do.

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Go, we have an early dinner
to get to. Go!

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[speaking in foreign language]

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Okay! Okay. So demanding!

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[laughing]

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[speaking in foreign language]

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[instrumental music]

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[indistinct chatter]

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[speaking in foreign language]

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[speaking in foreign language]

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Oh... Did you eat today?

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Because you always forget to eat
when you bake all day.

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-Yeah.
-[speaking in foreign language]

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Dinner's almost ready.

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-Hi.
<i> -Hola, mi amor.</i>

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<i> -Papi, hola.</i>
<i> -Hola, mijita.</i>

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Oh. Mm. You smell like<i> anela.</i>

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And you smell like
<i> arroz con gandules.</i>

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You know what?
What am I missing?

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Everybody is extra cheery
for some reason

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On a regular
Sunday night dinner.

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Mm, well, it's not every day
that your granddaughter

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Is invited to display
her famous postres

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At our city's
finest holiday event.

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Well, I-I still have
to interview.

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I haven't gotten
the position yet.

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Ay, but we are still so
proud of you,<i> preciosa.</i>

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Yes, yes, but I don't want
everybody asking me

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A lot of questions about it.
Can we just enjoy dinner?

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Yes, yes, we promise.
<i> Mira.</i> Not a word.

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Now, what would you girls
like to drink?

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-Vino.
-[speaking in foreign language]

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Okay,<i> bente,</i> luis,
help me set the table.

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[laughter]

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So I'm not gonna say a word,
but I do wanna say,

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If you wanna feature my sofrito
on your big holiday menu,

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I'll be happy
to offer my services.

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[speaking in foreign language]

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-[luis] oh-ho-ho!<i> Salud!</i>
<i> -Salud!</i>

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Wow!

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-[speaking in foreign language]
-everyone.

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-This is awesome.
-[indistinct chatter]

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-Oh! I'm...
-Oh! Sorry.

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Oh... You know... It's okay.

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I, uh, have extras.

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It's good.

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Guess I should be watching
where I'm going.

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No, that's okay.

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Sorry about that.

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[francisco] jax! Hey!

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-[jax] francisco.
-It's nice to see you.

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-Nice to see you as well.
-[bonnie] aw, jax is here.

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We might as well all go home.

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Come on, bonnie,
since when are you afraid

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To cook up a little competition?

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It's not a competition if you
can get to smile to the judges.

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You're at an unfair advantage.

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-Good to see you, man.
-Good to see you as well.

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So where is your number two,
ben?

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[sighs] sorry! I'm here.
I'm here. I'm here.

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-The unstoppable dinner duo.
-Hm.

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Now we really
don't have a chance.

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I noticed that the utensils
at our old

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Restaurant weren't polished,
so I had them done.

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Oh, great. I had our knife
sharpened, so we're good to go.

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[ben] how sweet.
[francisco] polished silver.

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Mm-hmm.

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-So...
-Hi, I'm carmen!

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Carmen, hi. You brought cookies.

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Yes. Uh, traditional
puerto rican cookies.

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Although some of them did get
lost on the journey over here.

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Hello, chefs. Most of you
know my wife shirley.

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Nice to see you all.
Ben and jax, it's been a while.

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Nice surprise.

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Okay, you all know
where the kitchen is,

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So you can go ahead
and set up your stations.

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We're gonna get started
very soon.

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[francisco] why did we
even show up at all?

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Pawns. Or maybe prawns.
That's what we are today.

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Tasty little shrimp,
and they're the lobster.

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[wesley] bonnie,
you're making me hungry.

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[bonnie] that's what I do.

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[instrumental music]

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As most of you know, we prefer
to hold these interviews

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In a fashion similar
to that of a cooking contest.

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[shirley] we find it
more enjoyable this way.

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Never one to keep things boring,
are you, mrs. Flores?

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00:11:37,815 --> 00:11:39,223
You have an hour to prep
and cook

229
00:11:39,242 --> 00:11:40,816
Your best dish
before presenting it to us.

230
00:11:40,910 --> 00:11:42,802
And even though we're not
serving to the masses,

231
00:11:42,820 --> 00:11:46,973
Remember,
presentation always matters.

232
00:11:46,991 --> 00:11:50,810
Also, and most of you know this,
we always hire two positions.

233
00:11:50,903 --> 00:11:52,645
An executive chef
and a pastry chef,

234
00:11:52,738 --> 00:11:54,547
So lean in
to your strongest suit.

235
00:11:56,593 --> 00:11:58,334
I didn't know we were
supposed to bring anything.

236
00:11:58,428 --> 00:12:00,486
-Uh, supplies, I mean.
-Hey, don't worry about suppl--

237
00:12:00,505 --> 00:12:02,321
I have some extra ingredients
from the cookies I made earlier.

238
00:12:02,340 --> 00:12:03,839
Some of the senior chefs
like to bring their own stuff

239
00:12:03,992 --> 00:12:05,174
'cause they like
the way they feel.

240
00:12:05,268 --> 00:12:06,250
This kitchen's got everything

241
00:12:06,269 --> 00:12:08,603
You can possibly need.

242
00:12:08,754 --> 00:12:10,830
Thanks. Hey, I-I'm carmen,
by the way.

243
00:12:10,923 --> 00:12:12,498
I didn't get to introduce myself

244
00:12:12,591 --> 00:12:14,517
Since I was making a mess
earlier.

245
00:12:14,669 --> 00:12:16,260
Jax.

246
00:12:16,354 --> 00:12:17,520
This kitchen is way fancier

247
00:12:17,614 --> 00:12:19,672
Than any place I've ever cooked.

248
00:12:19,690 --> 00:12:23,175
Oh. What, what is this?

249
00:12:23,194 --> 00:12:25,769
Pilar, you are a lifesaver.

250
00:12:25,789 --> 00:12:28,456
-Ready, set.
-[clock ticking]

251
00:12:31,686 --> 00:12:32,460
Go.

252
00:12:32,687 --> 00:12:33,961
-Oh!
-Oh!

253
00:12:36,024 --> 00:12:37,298
Don't worry about it.
Happens to the best of us.

254
00:12:37,525 --> 00:12:38,424
[carmen] hm.

255
00:12:45,308 --> 00:12:47,291
Just have fun.

256
00:12:47,385 --> 00:12:50,144
[instrumental music]

257
00:13:11,334 --> 00:13:12,458
[bonnie] behind.

258
00:13:18,341 --> 00:13:19,799
[bonnie] coming through!

259
00:13:32,838 --> 00:13:34,438
What's that about?

260
00:13:38,436 --> 00:13:41,195
[timer ringing]

261
00:13:43,608 --> 00:13:46,367
Alright, chefs, that's time.
Hands up.

262
00:13:46,518 --> 00:13:48,518
If you'll follow me
into the ballroom,

263
00:13:48,538 --> 00:13:49,871
And don't forget your dishes.

264
00:13:53,618 --> 00:13:56,377
[instrumental music]

265
00:14:16,548 --> 00:14:18,307
[shirley] these all look
delicious.

266
00:14:18,459 --> 00:14:21,885
-[victor] shall we?
-Hi.

267
00:14:21,905 --> 00:14:22,886
-All right.
-So nice to meet you.

268
00:14:22,980 --> 00:14:23,905
Thank you for this.

269
00:14:24,132 --> 00:14:25,573
[indistinct chatter]

270
00:14:29,746 --> 00:14:31,412
[shirley] oh, this is beautiful.

271
00:14:33,082 --> 00:14:36,158
[victor] ooh. Thank you.

272
00:14:36,252 --> 00:14:37,734
-What was in that jar?
-Oh.

273
00:14:37,828 --> 00:14:40,312
Pineapple chunks soaked in rum.

274
00:14:40,331 --> 00:14:42,256
-How long were they soaking for?
-Long enough.

275
00:14:42,483 --> 00:14:44,383
I was saving them
for a special occasion.

276
00:14:46,003 --> 00:14:47,345
-[indistinct chatter]
-thanks.

277
00:14:49,432 --> 00:14:51,581
[shirley] mm.

278
00:14:51,601 --> 00:14:54,101
-Not too shabby.
-Very good.

279
00:14:55,104 --> 00:14:56,562
[shirley] hi.

280
00:15:00,668 --> 00:15:02,568
-Mm.
-[victor] delish.

281
00:15:06,507 --> 00:15:10,025
Mm. Perfectly done.

282
00:15:10,178 --> 00:15:11,869
Oh, what do we have here?

283
00:15:13,272 --> 00:15:15,698
Wow, look at carmen's, honey.

284
00:15:15,850 --> 00:15:18,042
[victor] nice. All right.

285
00:15:19,687 --> 00:15:20,753
Mm...

286
00:15:22,373 --> 00:15:23,297
Wow!

287
00:15:28,287 --> 00:15:29,528
-Good job, guys.
-We'll be back.

288
00:15:29,621 --> 00:15:30,763
[shirley] we're gonna discuss.

289
00:15:32,200 --> 00:15:34,291
Looks like you nailed it.

290
00:15:34,310 --> 00:15:35,977
What culinary school
did you go to?

291
00:15:36,204 --> 00:15:40,556
Um, I went to the culinary
academy of mi familia.

292
00:15:40,650 --> 00:15:42,799
It's in miami.

293
00:15:42,893 --> 00:15:44,710
I've never heard of it.

294
00:15:44,729 --> 00:15:46,487
-[jax] hm.
-Where did you go?

295
00:15:46,638 --> 00:15:49,139
We both went to one of the best
culinary schools in the country,

296
00:15:49,158 --> 00:15:51,993
The new England culinary
institute. Ever heard of it?

297
00:15:52,144 --> 00:15:53,160
Of course! Hm.

298
00:15:54,998 --> 00:15:56,889
Carmen, is it?

299
00:15:56,982 --> 00:15:58,916
How did you hear
about this event, anyway?

300
00:16:00,486 --> 00:16:02,503
Victor and shirley invited me.

301
00:16:02,730 --> 00:16:04,171
Mr. And mrs. Flores?

302
00:16:18,412 --> 00:16:19,854
[indistinct chatter]

303
00:16:20,081 --> 00:16:21,480
-Okay.
-Let's go.

304
00:16:28,089 --> 00:16:30,773
So, we want to thank you all
for your hard work.

305
00:16:30,867 --> 00:16:33,868
It's impressive to be surrounded
by such talent.

306
00:16:34,019 --> 00:16:36,779
However, there can only be
two winners.

307
00:16:36,873 --> 00:16:39,290
And tonight the winners are...

308
00:16:41,118 --> 00:16:44,378
Jax, for the executive chef
position.

309
00:16:44,530 --> 00:16:46,630
And for our pastry chef...

310
00:16:48,051 --> 00:16:50,342
Congratulations, carmen!

311
00:16:51,703 --> 00:16:53,946
[victor] again, thank you.

312
00:16:53,964 --> 00:16:56,282
Have a lovely night,
and merry christmas.

313
00:16:56,375 --> 00:16:58,375
Hope to see you all next year!

314
00:16:58,394 --> 00:17:00,061
Will you two please follow us?

315
00:17:12,057 --> 00:17:12,740
[victor] right this way, guys.

316
00:17:17,321 --> 00:17:20,414
So, as of now
we have a full house,

317
00:17:20,566 --> 00:17:22,991
Which means there will be
lots of moving parts.

318
00:17:23,144 --> 00:17:24,251
But I don't want you
to worry about that.

319
00:17:24,478 --> 00:17:26,312
-That's what we live for.
-Exactly.

320
00:17:26,405 --> 00:17:28,664
Our event planner
will handle all of the decor,

321
00:17:28,816 --> 00:17:31,166
Hiring the wait staff
and all the other details.

322
00:17:31,260 --> 00:17:34,095
Your two are focused on
your menu and on your cooking,

323
00:17:34,246 --> 00:17:35,671
And that's it.

324
00:17:35,823 --> 00:17:37,264
And thank you again so much,

325
00:17:37,491 --> 00:17:39,341
Mr. And mrs. Flores,
for this opportunity.

326
00:17:39,435 --> 00:17:42,919
Same. I'm so very excited.
I will not disappoint you.

327
00:17:43,013 --> 00:17:46,273
We picked you both because we
believe you'll be a good team.

328
00:17:46,500 --> 00:17:48,091
We've been in this industry
our entire lives

329
00:17:48,111 --> 00:17:49,685
And have been hosting
this holiday charade

330
00:17:49,837 --> 00:17:52,171
For nearly a decade.

331
00:17:52,189 --> 00:17:54,857
One thing we've learned is that
desserts hold as much weight

332
00:17:55,009 --> 00:17:58,268
As the main courses,
especially in the holidays.

333
00:17:58,362 --> 00:18:00,512
So not only do we wanna
make sure that the menu has

334
00:18:00,531 --> 00:18:02,957
As many desserts and pastries
as it does main courses,

335
00:18:03,184 --> 00:18:05,684
But for this event
we consider the executive chef

336
00:18:05,703 --> 00:18:09,872
And pastry chef as equal.

337
00:18:09,966 --> 00:18:11,948
We want you guys to work
together to create a menu

338
00:18:11,968 --> 00:18:14,618
That reflects
both of your cooking styles.

339
00:18:14,712 --> 00:18:16,028
So you guys have to agree on

340
00:18:16,121 --> 00:18:20,123
Every single dish
you put out there. Okay?

341
00:18:20,143 --> 00:18:22,101
We can't wait to see
what you come up with.

342
00:18:23,146 --> 00:18:24,478
So good luck.

343
00:18:42,832 --> 00:18:45,057
So, uh, is there anything,
um, I can help with?

344
00:18:45,075 --> 00:18:47,075
-Anything you need me to do?
-No, sorry.

345
00:18:47,170 --> 00:18:49,077
I'm just, uh, thinking
about what needs to be done.

346
00:18:49,172 --> 00:18:53,399
Um, only got a week
to make this menu perfect, so...

347
00:18:53,417 --> 00:18:54,566
Actually, I was thinking
about a couple of dishes

348
00:18:54,660 --> 00:18:56,585
Just off the top of my head...

349
00:18:56,679 --> 00:18:58,345
What? What did I say?

350
00:18:58,572 --> 00:19:00,422
No, it's just, uh,
before I interviewed,

351
00:19:00,516 --> 00:19:01,998
I'd already figured out
the foundation of the menu

352
00:19:02,092 --> 00:19:04,668
That I'd, I'd serve, so...

353
00:19:04,687 --> 00:19:07,188
But victor and shirley said
we should collaborate

354
00:19:07,415 --> 00:19:09,506
On the menu together.
And it's christmas.

355
00:19:09,600 --> 00:19:11,917
So a christmas party like this,

356
00:19:11,936 --> 00:19:16,588
Don't you think deserves a new,
festive holiday-worthy menu?

357
00:19:16,607 --> 00:19:19,200
You may have a point. Uh...

358
00:19:19,427 --> 00:19:22,036
It's a lot to do
with very little time, though.

359
00:19:22,263 --> 00:19:26,114
J-just so you know,
I have extensive experience

360
00:19:26,209 --> 00:19:29,210
Working large-scale events,
and I've created tons of menus

361
00:19:29,437 --> 00:19:31,712
From scratch
for parties just like this one.

362
00:19:35,609 --> 00:19:39,445
I didn't know that, um,
but I guess if mr. Flores

363
00:19:39,538 --> 00:19:41,797
Invited you personally,
then that makes sense.

364
00:19:41,891 --> 00:19:45,976
So if you don't wanna serve
my menu, then...

365
00:19:48,231 --> 00:19:49,396
What should we serve?

366
00:19:52,643 --> 00:19:55,736
Oh. No, I...
I-I didn't mean tonight, no.

367
00:19:55,963 --> 00:19:58,964
Why don't we, w-why don't we
go home and-and-and actually

368
00:19:59,057 --> 00:20:00,574
Think about
what inspires us both?

369
00:20:00,801 --> 00:20:03,535
And, um, we can regroup
in the morning.

370
00:20:05,915 --> 00:20:07,039
Tomorrow morning?

371
00:20:09,143 --> 00:20:11,085
Okay. 9 a.M. Sharp.

372
00:20:11,312 --> 00:20:13,420
9 a.M. Sharp. Yes,
I-I will be there. Of course.

373
00:20:14,423 --> 00:20:15,673
My leftovers.

374
00:20:17,743 --> 00:20:20,819
What? I-I don't like
to waste food.

375
00:20:20,912 --> 00:20:24,323
-D-did you, did you want one?
-No.

376
00:20:24,341 --> 00:20:26,934
Are you sure?
They, they don't bite.

377
00:20:40,024 --> 00:20:41,365
-It's good.
-Hm.

378
00:20:43,935 --> 00:20:45,511
Mm, can I?

379
00:20:45,529 --> 00:20:46,537
[carmen chuckles]

380
00:20:48,440 --> 00:20:49,415
Thank you.

381
00:20:59,877 --> 00:21:02,952
Carmen! So, how did it go?

382
00:21:02,972 --> 00:21:05,306
-[sighs]
-oh, no, you didn't get it?

383
00:21:05,457 --> 00:21:07,549
-I got it!
-Ay, carmen!

384
00:21:07,643 --> 00:21:10,202
My heart can't take
your emotional whiplash.

385
00:21:10,220 --> 00:21:12,054
Oh, and thank you for the jar.
Really saved the day.

386
00:21:12,148 --> 00:21:14,148
Well, you never know
when you're gonna need it.

387
00:21:14,299 --> 00:21:15,799
-Rum cake? Hey!
-Uh-huh.

388
00:21:15,818 --> 00:21:17,133
[speaking in foreign language]

389
00:21:17,153 --> 00:21:19,545
-So, tell me everything.
-Ay, pilar.

390
00:21:19,638 --> 00:21:20,712
Everyone had supplies!
I didn't have supplies!

391
00:21:20,731 --> 00:21:22,381
Oh, my god, what did you do?

392
00:21:22,474 --> 00:21:23,807
Well, I used
the pineapple chunks.

393
00:21:23,826 --> 00:21:25,217
Everyone had a coat.
I didn't have a coat!

394
00:21:25,310 --> 00:21:26,735
-Do we need to get you a coat?
-Maybe.

395
00:21:26,887 --> 00:21:28,996
-But right now we celebrate.
-Hm.

396
00:21:30,741 --> 00:21:32,166
Oh, I am so proud of you.

397
00:21:36,747 --> 00:21:38,589
[instrumental music]

398
00:21:40,843 --> 00:21:43,635
[clock ticking]

399
00:21:50,335 --> 00:21:53,595
-Morning! I come bearing gifts.
-You're late.

400
00:21:53,689 --> 00:21:55,430
You know, in the future,
when you say you're gonna be

401
00:21:55,524 --> 00:21:57,583
Somewhere at a certain time,
you really should honor that.

402
00:21:57,676 --> 00:21:59,751
Uh, it's only three minutes
past 9:00.

403
00:21:59,770 --> 00:22:01,845
Which makes you
three minutes late.

404
00:22:01,864 --> 00:22:03,755
And, look,
even if you were on time,

405
00:22:03,849 --> 00:22:05,440
You're not early,
which means you're late.

406
00:22:05,593 --> 00:22:07,868
I-I would have been here
on time, but I stopped

407
00:22:08,095 --> 00:22:10,871
At a really cute christmas
pop-up on spring street.

408
00:22:11,022 --> 00:22:14,282
And I have this thing,
I love trying treats during

409
00:22:14,435 --> 00:22:16,710
Christmas, it's really a thing,
so I had to check it out.

410
00:22:16,862 --> 00:22:18,212
But I got you one.

411
00:22:20,549 --> 00:22:21,632
Thank you.

412
00:22:24,053 --> 00:22:25,344
Whoa.

413
00:22:30,634 --> 00:22:32,542
This is really well-made.

414
00:22:32,636 --> 00:22:34,953
Thank you. It was my<i> abuela's.</i>

415
00:22:35,046 --> 00:22:37,472
She passed it down to me
along with her recipes.

416
00:22:37,566 --> 00:22:39,382
She's really an amazing cook.

417
00:22:39,402 --> 00:22:42,477
You'll have to try
some of her food someday.

418
00:22:42,571 --> 00:22:45,030
All right, speaking of food,
we should really get started.

419
00:22:46,725 --> 00:22:48,224
All right.

420
00:22:48,244 --> 00:22:51,060
-Let's tackle this menu.
-Okay, let's do it.

421
00:22:51,080 --> 00:22:53,155
So I like to break things
into four quadrants, okay?

422
00:22:53,249 --> 00:22:55,991
We have apps, main courses,
sides, then desserts.

423
00:22:56,143 --> 00:22:57,751
And once we figure these out
at a macro level,

424
00:22:57,978 --> 00:23:00,170
We can start to hammer out
the details of the...

425
00:23:02,650 --> 00:23:04,591
-What are you doing?
-You know, I don't really...

426
00:23:04,818 --> 00:23:07,386
I don't really work this way.
I'm not really into lists.

427
00:23:10,507 --> 00:23:11,765
We really need to be organized.

428
00:23:11,917 --> 00:23:15,677
-Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm.
-Hm, why don't I start?

429
00:23:15,829 --> 00:23:17,253
So I'm thinking
maybe a<i> sole meuniere.</i>

430
00:23:17,347 --> 00:23:19,681
<i> Sole meuniere,</i> so...

431
00:23:19,833 --> 00:23:21,608
It's a french sole dish,
pan-fried,

432
00:23:21,835 --> 00:23:23,610
Baked, deboned, served
with a brown butter sauce.

433
00:23:23,837 --> 00:23:25,595
Oh. Oh, yeah.
Okay, yeah, I know, I know.

434
00:23:25,614 --> 00:23:27,839
Yeah, that-that sounds good...
Uh, b-but...

435
00:23:27,858 --> 00:23:30,576
Do you think that that's right
for christmas, you know?

436
00:23:34,272 --> 00:23:36,181
Okay. You go.

437
00:23:36,200 --> 00:23:38,366
Okay, I was thinking
<i> arroz con dulce.</i>

438
00:23:38,461 --> 00:23:39,534
It's rice pudding.

439
00:23:39,687 --> 00:23:40,852
Rice pudding is made

440
00:23:40,871 --> 00:23:42,379
With only three ingredients.

441
00:23:49,638 --> 00:23:50,804
Mn-mn.

442
00:23:53,050 --> 00:23:53,974
[both mumbling]

443
00:23:59,389 --> 00:24:00,772
[jax] this is going well.

444
00:24:04,545 --> 00:24:07,379
Okay, we're not
getting anywhere.

445
00:24:07,472 --> 00:24:09,231
Do we need to decide
on the menu today?

446
00:24:09,325 --> 00:24:11,658
Do we need to decide on the menu
today? Yes! Of course we do!

447
00:24:11,885 --> 00:24:14,569
We have so much to do, carmen,
we're running out of time.

448
00:24:14,663 --> 00:24:16,312
We still have to figure out
the details, we have to prep,

449
00:24:16,406 --> 00:24:17,556
We have to perfect the recipes.

450
00:24:17,574 --> 00:24:18,982
This would never happen

451
00:24:19,001 --> 00:24:21,076
If ben was here.

452
00:24:21,170 --> 00:24:24,338
Well, I was the one that made it
into this kitchen, not ben.

453
00:24:27,735 --> 00:24:31,086
You're right.
That was rude. I apologize.

454
00:24:31,180 --> 00:24:34,923
It's fine, I'm just... I don't
think we should rush things.

455
00:24:35,075 --> 00:24:38,352
We should take our time,
see what inspires us.

456
00:24:38,503 --> 00:24:42,097
We may be able to make some real
holiday magic, don't you think?

457
00:24:42,191 --> 00:24:43,315
Sounds like you wanna wing it.

458
00:24:44,768 --> 00:24:46,918
No. Carmen, I don't wing, okay?

459
00:24:47,012 --> 00:24:49,087
I-I... Winging it
is not in my vocabulary.

460
00:24:49,106 --> 00:24:51,848
All right, I'm not saying
winging it, I'm just saying,

461
00:24:51,942 --> 00:24:53,700
All this talking
and list-making,

462
00:24:53,927 --> 00:24:57,020
It's making the menu
feel inauthentic.

463
00:24:57,039 --> 00:24:59,264
Okay, how about this,
how about we close our eyes

464
00:24:59,283 --> 00:25:01,041
And see what our imagination
tells us?

465
00:25:05,047 --> 00:25:08,215
I understand that my approach
is a little more methodical,

466
00:25:08,442 --> 00:25:10,384
But there is a science
to cooking

467
00:25:10,611 --> 00:25:12,110
And there is a formula
to creating a menu.

468
00:25:12,203 --> 00:25:14,054
So we need to focus
and get organized.

469
00:25:14,205 --> 00:25:16,114
It's the only way we're gonna
wow this party.

470
00:25:16,133 --> 00:25:19,134
Well, to an extent, yes,
but when I cook,

471
00:25:19,286 --> 00:25:21,636
I, I let my palate and my heart
guide me.

472
00:25:21,730 --> 00:25:24,289
In my opinion, I think
that's the approach we need

473
00:25:24,308 --> 00:25:26,233
To really wow this party.

474
00:25:26,384 --> 00:25:28,217
Tell me the truth,
have you really

475
00:25:28,312 --> 00:25:31,313
Created a menu
for a party this size?

476
00:25:31,407 --> 00:25:34,633
Carmen, you know how many people
have rsvped to this, right?

477
00:25:34,651 --> 00:25:35,742
I...

478
00:25:40,249 --> 00:25:42,490
Fine. No. No.

479
00:25:42,585 --> 00:25:45,977
The biggest party I've catered
to was 50 people, okay?

480
00:25:46,071 --> 00:25:48,980
I-I-I was basically raised
in a bakery.

481
00:25:48,999 --> 00:25:52,818
I know what people love to eat.
It's quality, not quantity.

482
00:25:52,836 --> 00:25:54,486
Okay, okay, you know what,
doesn't matter

483
00:25:54,579 --> 00:25:57,264
'cause we are here now,
so let's, uh,

484
00:25:57,415 --> 00:25:59,415
Let's combine our efforts.

485
00:25:59,509 --> 00:26:04,512
You can let the heart guide you,
but you've got to write it down.

486
00:26:04,607 --> 00:26:06,589
We've already wasted half
of the day and we can't afford

487
00:26:06,609 --> 00:26:08,834
To waste any more time,
all right?

488
00:26:08,852 --> 00:26:10,944
So I am going to focus
on the entrees

489
00:26:11,171 --> 00:26:12,838
And you can bounce off
some of your dessert ideas

490
00:26:12,931 --> 00:26:14,172
And we'll see what matches up.

491
00:26:14,265 --> 00:26:18,009
So, then,
you're still in charge?

492
00:26:18,103 --> 00:26:20,937
That's not what I'm saying.
Uh...

493
00:26:20,956 --> 00:26:23,106
We both know the executive chef
usually creates the menu

494
00:26:23,200 --> 00:26:25,292
For events like this, okay,

495
00:26:25,519 --> 00:26:27,202
And the pastry chef
focuses on desserts.

496
00:26:27,296 --> 00:26:30,113
And the entree is
the biggest part of the meal--

497
00:26:30,132 --> 00:26:31,798
Well, in your opinion.

498
00:26:34,711 --> 00:26:38,213
Seems like our best option here
is to divide and conquer.

499
00:26:38,365 --> 00:26:42,200
So we should do what we do best,
both focus on our own courses,

500
00:26:42,293 --> 00:26:45,812
Then we can mix and match
as we please.

501
00:26:48,317 --> 00:26:49,274
So...

502
00:26:51,395 --> 00:26:54,470
So you want me
to focus on the desserts

503
00:26:54,564 --> 00:26:56,715
And you do the rest?

504
00:26:56,733 --> 00:27:00,552
And if we can't find a pairing
that we both agree on,

505
00:27:00,570 --> 00:27:03,246
Then we compromise. Deal?

506
00:27:05,501 --> 00:27:07,334
All right. Deal.

507
00:27:07,561 --> 00:27:09,819
[carmen] he acts like he's
better than me, so I've never

508
00:27:09,913 --> 00:27:11,838
Gone to culinary school, I've
never run a restaurant before.

509
00:27:12,065 --> 00:27:13,398
Doesn't mean
I can't hold my own.

510
00:27:13,491 --> 00:27:15,083
Carmen thinks her way
is more authentic

511
00:27:15,177 --> 00:27:17,085
'cause it's not planned. But how
do you not plan anything?

512
00:27:17,237 --> 00:27:18,327
Well, what, do they just
wing it? How do...

513
00:27:18,422 --> 00:27:20,071
How does she get anything done?

514
00:27:20,165 --> 00:27:21,497
[carmen]<i> how does he ever get</i>
<i> anything done?</i>

515
00:27:21,517 --> 00:27:23,742
I mean, creating his list
took half the day.

516
00:27:23,835 --> 00:27:25,185
-All we did was talk.
-Well, maybe...

517
00:27:25,412 --> 00:27:27,854
Try and find another way
to communicate with him.

518
00:27:28,006 --> 00:27:30,023
I mean, you can get
a little wound up.

519
00:27:30,175 --> 00:27:33,435
We've all seen your whirlwind
of energy in the kitchen.

520
00:27:33,587 --> 00:27:36,254
He may need some time
to get used to it.

521
00:27:36,273 --> 00:27:38,347
You remember how long it took me
to get used to jorge?

522
00:27:38,367 --> 00:27:40,425
And he still drives me crazy.

523
00:27:40,518 --> 00:27:43,945
-I can hear you, you know?
-[pilar] I love you.

524
00:27:44,039 --> 00:27:46,431
-[speaking in foreign language]
-yes,<i> abuelita?</i>

525
00:27:46,450 --> 00:27:49,451
Is there something
you'd like to add?

526
00:27:49,545 --> 00:27:52,879
This jax, it seems like
the two of you could learn a lot

527
00:27:53,031 --> 00:27:54,606
From each other.

528
00:27:54,624 --> 00:27:56,441
Hm.

529
00:27:56,534 --> 00:27:58,701
See, you and I are always
in sync, but with her,

530
00:27:58,721 --> 00:28:00,278
I mean, how does she expect
to get into her groove

531
00:28:00,297 --> 00:28:01,947
If she keeps going rogue?

532
00:28:02,040 --> 00:28:03,873
What kinda culinary school
teaches their chefs

533
00:28:03,967 --> 00:28:06,393
To follow their heart?
It sounds weird.

534
00:28:08,638 --> 00:28:10,805
Maybe it's not the school.

535
00:28:10,958 --> 00:28:14,217
Maybe it's just who she is.

536
00:28:14,236 --> 00:28:17,479
She does make phenomenal cookies
though, I'll give her that.

537
00:28:17,573 --> 00:28:19,889
Okay, well,
while you were eating cookies,

538
00:28:19,983 --> 00:28:21,800
I spent the day working out
ideas for

539
00:28:21,818 --> 00:28:23,985
Restaurant layouts. I'd love
for you to check 'em out.

540
00:28:24,137 --> 00:28:25,394
Sorry, man,
I've totally been dominating

541
00:28:25,489 --> 00:28:26,805
The conversation, haven't I?

542
00:28:26,823 --> 00:28:29,307
No, it's okay,
it's a bit more casual

543
00:28:29,326 --> 00:28:31,734
Than what we're used to,
but I think they could be great.

544
00:28:31,754 --> 00:28:36,664
These are, these are amazing!
Wow!

545
00:28:36,759 --> 00:28:38,908
What do you think the bakery
that she works at looks like?

546
00:28:38,927 --> 00:28:41,928
You think they just wing it?
It's got to be so messy.

547
00:28:44,157 --> 00:28:45,056
Sorry.

548
00:28:51,106 --> 00:28:53,848
Oh. I finished it!

549
00:28:53,942 --> 00:28:56,943
-Do you like it?
-[speaking in foreign language]

550
00:28:57,095 --> 00:28:59,279
-Pretty, no? Thank you.
-It looks great.

551
00:29:01,675 --> 00:29:03,766
[whispering]
what did you get<i> wita?</i>

552
00:29:03,786 --> 00:29:05,527
You mean to say
you haven't gotten

553
00:29:05,621 --> 00:29:08,029
Our 75-year-old<i> abuelita</i>
a christmas gift yet?

554
00:29:08,123 --> 00:29:10,957
No, I don't know yet.
I haven't decided on anything.

555
00:29:11,109 --> 00:29:13,201
Okay, but if you
don't do it soon,

556
00:29:13,353 --> 00:29:15,278
It's your holiday funeral
is all.

557
00:29:15,372 --> 00:29:19,115
Okay. Okay. I will stop and get
her something after work.

558
00:29:19,134 --> 00:29:22,193
And, uh, you're right,
I'm gonna try something new

559
00:29:22,212 --> 00:29:24,879
With mr. Big shot tomorrow.
Wish me luck, girl.

560
00:29:24,973 --> 00:29:26,139
You got this.

561
00:29:30,720 --> 00:29:33,480
[clock ticking]

562
00:29:40,322 --> 00:29:44,307
Someone wise once told me if
you're not early, you're late.

563
00:29:44,401 --> 00:29:47,160
Person does sound wise.

564
00:29:47,387 --> 00:29:49,162
I do appreciate the punctuality.
Thank you.

565
00:29:49,389 --> 00:29:51,222
-You're very welcome.
-What do we got over here?

566
00:29:51,316 --> 00:29:53,908
Un-uh! Excuse me. Nosey much?

567
00:29:54,061 --> 00:29:57,486
Fine. Then you don't
get to look in mine.

568
00:29:57,581 --> 00:29:59,488
I'm not worried, I'll see yours
when we're done cooking

569
00:29:59,583 --> 00:30:01,583
And tasting everything.

570
00:30:01,735 --> 00:30:02,843
Game on.

571
00:30:06,573 --> 00:30:08,239
I'm actually excited
to be cooking something.

572
00:30:08,333 --> 00:30:11,409
I was thinking the same thing.

573
00:30:11,428 --> 00:30:13,261
Wow, wait, does that mean
that we're actually

574
00:30:13,413 --> 00:30:14,813
On the same page
about something?

575
00:30:16,933 --> 00:30:18,316
I suppose we are.

576
00:30:25,108 --> 00:30:26,515
[jax] oh.

577
00:30:26,610 --> 00:30:27,993
-Sorry.
-Um...

578
00:30:32,357 --> 00:30:35,358
Hey, uh, if you don't mind,
I like to listen to some music

579
00:30:35,377 --> 00:30:37,102
While I cook,
especially during christmas.

580
00:30:37,120 --> 00:30:38,603
Really gets me in the zone.

581
00:30:38,696 --> 00:30:41,381
Uh, I, I could get into it.

582
00:30:42,867 --> 00:30:45,051
[instrumental music on phone]

583
00:30:45,203 --> 00:30:47,053
So, uh, you got
any holiday plans

584
00:30:47,205 --> 00:30:49,538
Other than
the big holiday fiesta?

585
00:30:49,633 --> 00:30:51,132
Uh, actually, originally I was
supposed to go see my parents

586
00:30:51,284 --> 00:30:53,301
In provo.

587
00:30:53,453 --> 00:30:55,711
-That's where I'm from.
-And now you're not?

588
00:30:55,731 --> 00:30:58,806
Uh, well,
with this event going on

589
00:30:58,901 --> 00:31:01,234
And all these plans
with the restaurant with ben,

590
00:31:01,386 --> 00:31:03,478
I don't really
have the time, so...

591
00:31:03,630 --> 00:31:06,631
Well, that's kind of a bummer,
I mean, having to choose work

592
00:31:06,724 --> 00:31:09,392
Over family. I can't imagine.

593
00:31:09,486 --> 00:31:11,152
It's really not that big of
a deal, just me and my parents,

594
00:31:11,304 --> 00:31:13,062
So it's usually pretty mellow.

595
00:31:13,081 --> 00:31:15,081
And we celebrate christmas
and everything, it's just...

596
00:31:15,308 --> 00:31:17,900
Well, it's the complete opposite
in my house.

597
00:31:17,920 --> 00:31:21,996
Every dinner is a big deal.
And, I mean, christmas?

598
00:31:22,090 --> 00:31:24,666
That's the biggest deal,
especially the night before.

599
00:31:24,760 --> 00:31:26,334
And if I don't show up for that,
they'd probably

600
00:31:26,486 --> 00:31:28,153
Show up wherever I was.

601
00:31:28,171 --> 00:31:30,931
[chuckles]
that doesn't sound so bad,

602
00:31:31,082 --> 00:31:34,417
Having a family that's crazy
about you being home.

603
00:31:34,436 --> 00:31:36,919
Actually, kinda nice.

604
00:31:37,013 --> 00:31:40,941
So you said that, uh,
cooking's in your blood, right?

605
00:31:41,092 --> 00:31:42,183
Besides you
and your grandmother,

606
00:31:42,335 --> 00:31:43,835
Anybody else in
your family cook?

607
00:31:43,928 --> 00:31:47,096
Well, more like
who doesn't cook?

608
00:31:47,115 --> 00:31:49,691
Uh, everyone in my family,
except for my sister, pilar.

609
00:31:49,843 --> 00:31:51,676
We let her handle the beverages

610
00:31:51,695 --> 00:31:54,770
'cause it's the one thing
that she can't mess up.

611
00:31:54,864 --> 00:31:58,441
But lucky for her, her husband,
jorge, is a great cook.

612
00:31:58,535 --> 00:32:00,794
If you wanted to discuss roasts
and beans, she'd be the girl

613
00:32:00,945 --> 00:32:03,037
You wanted to talk to,
I call her the coffee bruja,

614
00:32:03,190 --> 00:32:04,798
Because she's always concocting

615
00:32:04,949 --> 00:32:07,692
Some new flavors
or something like that.

616
00:32:07,711 --> 00:32:09,285
I'm a coffee snob,
so I like her already.

617
00:32:09,379 --> 00:32:11,304
What about you? Anybody
in your family like to cooking?

618
00:32:11,456 --> 00:32:13,698
My, um, my grandmother
was an incredible cook.

619
00:32:13,717 --> 00:32:16,142
My mom and dad not so much,
they love food,

620
00:32:16,369 --> 00:32:17,869
But, uh, they're more
of a seek-and-find

621
00:32:17,962 --> 00:32:21,206
Than a, uh, a do-it-yourself.

622
00:32:21,224 --> 00:32:23,817
-Um, hey.
-Oh.

623
00:32:23,968 --> 00:32:25,634
-You're kinda...
-Oh, that's just...

624
00:32:25,654 --> 00:32:28,137
That's just me, you're gonna
have to get more towels

625
00:32:28,231 --> 00:32:29,214
By the end of today.

626
00:32:29,232 --> 00:32:30,156
[jax] okay.

627
00:32:33,644 --> 00:32:35,644
Oh. You know what?

628
00:32:35,739 --> 00:32:37,055
-Oh, jeez, um...
-I'm...

629
00:32:37,073 --> 00:32:38,740
I am sorry! I'm just...

630
00:32:38,834 --> 00:32:40,983
I'm not used to sharing
a kitchen 'cause every time

631
00:32:41,003 --> 00:32:44,078
I bake, I always arrive early
before anyone's there.

632
00:32:44,172 --> 00:32:47,081
And when I'm catering,
everything's ready to serve.

633
00:32:47,175 --> 00:32:49,509
You didn't have to share
a kitchen in culinary school?

634
00:32:51,162 --> 00:32:54,072
Uh, yeah. Uh, yes, yes, I did.

635
00:32:54,090 --> 00:32:58,910
I just, um, just seems
like a lifetime ago. So I'm...

636
00:32:58,928 --> 00:33:01,262
You know what, I'm gonna,
I'm gonna go over there

637
00:33:01,414 --> 00:33:03,982
And set up,
and I'm gonna let you prep that.

638
00:33:05,193 --> 00:33:06,359
All right.

639
00:33:14,519 --> 00:33:17,203
[instrumental music]

640
00:33:37,634 --> 00:33:39,300
Oh, let me help you.

641
00:33:39,394 --> 00:33:40,894
-Thanks.
-Mm-hmm.

642
00:33:43,790 --> 00:33:47,125
All right. What do you think?

643
00:33:47,143 --> 00:33:50,904
Oh! Fancy. Fancy.
Presentation's ten out of ten.

644
00:33:57,821 --> 00:34:00,872
Mm... It's very good. Mm.

645
00:34:01,641 --> 00:34:02,582
Hm.

646
00:34:03,810 --> 00:34:05,476
What's...

647
00:34:05,495 --> 00:34:07,312
What are you not telling me?
Come on, be honest.

648
00:34:07,330 --> 00:34:08,922
Well, the thing is,
I'm-I'm just not seeing

649
00:34:09,149 --> 00:34:11,424
The, the holiday aspect
of it all.

650
00:34:11,576 --> 00:34:13,093
Is there anything that
we could do to spice it up?

651
00:34:13,320 --> 00:34:15,261
Maybe add a-a garnish
or something?

652
00:34:16,823 --> 00:34:20,007
Okay. Uh...

653
00:34:20,102 --> 00:34:23,511
You know, maybe your dishes
will give me some inspiration.

654
00:34:23,605 --> 00:34:25,421
Let's try 'em.

655
00:34:25,440 --> 00:34:27,107
-Just, uh...
-Yeah.

656
00:34:32,505 --> 00:34:33,446
Mm.

657
00:34:35,191 --> 00:34:37,933
Uh-oh. Okay.

658
00:34:38,027 --> 00:34:40,345
I-I-I know what that face is.
Let's hear it. Come on.

659
00:34:40,363 --> 00:34:43,790
No, no, no, no, no.
They-they, well, taste amazing.

660
00:34:43,941 --> 00:34:48,461
I'm just, uh, just wondering
if there's a way to, if...

661
00:34:48,613 --> 00:34:51,280
You see, a holiday party of
this magnitude requires dishes

662
00:34:51,299 --> 00:34:54,634
That are a little more,
um, sophisticated?

663
00:34:56,805 --> 00:34:59,139
That's why victor and shirley
said we should

664
00:34:59,366 --> 00:35:01,290
Work on the menu together,
as a team.

665
00:35:01,384 --> 00:35:03,476
-Yeah.
-[door opens]

666
00:35:03,628 --> 00:35:06,537
[jax] oh. Mrs. Flores.

667
00:35:06,556 --> 00:35:08,982
-Hi. Good afternoon, you two.
-Great to see you.

668
00:35:09,133 --> 00:35:11,709
-Hi. How are you?
-I'm well, thank you for asking.

669
00:35:11,728 --> 00:35:13,878
I don't wanna take up too much
of your time, I just have a few

670
00:35:13,897 --> 00:35:16,731
Small housekeeping items
to discuss with you first.

671
00:35:16,825 --> 00:35:19,325
Here's the list, all your
sous chefs, your line cooks,

672
00:35:19,552 --> 00:35:21,219
The catering staff
for the big event.

673
00:35:21,237 --> 00:35:22,887
Just take a peek, let me know
if you have any issues

674
00:35:22,980 --> 00:35:24,389
With anyone, other than that,

675
00:35:24,407 --> 00:35:27,149
I just need your ingredients
to order.

676
00:35:27,243 --> 00:35:30,653
Oh, we haven't actually settled
on the perfect menu just yet.

677
00:35:30,747 --> 00:35:32,005
We are very close, though.

678
00:35:34,509 --> 00:35:36,901
You know, why don't you just
leave the vendor's info with us,

679
00:35:36,920 --> 00:35:40,071
And we will send the list
as soon as we're ready?

680
00:35:40,164 --> 00:35:42,164
[exhales sharply]
all right.

681
00:35:42,184 --> 00:35:43,758
But you have to have it in
by the 22nd.

682
00:35:43,910 --> 00:35:45,593
-At the latest.
-Of course!

683
00:35:45,745 --> 00:35:47,578
You need to fill those forms
out, if you have any

684
00:35:47,597 --> 00:35:50,190
Questions, give me a call.
It's pretty standard.

685
00:35:50,341 --> 00:35:52,841
-May I?
-[carmen] of course! Yeah.

686
00:35:52,861 --> 00:35:55,028
[sighs] you know
I can't turn this down.

687
00:35:58,775 --> 00:36:00,441
-Mm!
-[carmen chuckles]

688
00:36:00,593 --> 00:36:02,518
Delicious as always.

689
00:36:02,537 --> 00:36:05,705
-So beautiful.
-Thank you.

690
00:36:05,856 --> 00:36:08,208
Are those the dishes you guys
are thinking about serving?

691
00:36:08,359 --> 00:36:09,542
-Yes.
-No.

692
00:36:11,046 --> 00:36:13,362
-[both] maybe?
-Hm.

693
00:36:13,381 --> 00:36:15,790
They seem a bit inconsistent.

694
00:36:15,884 --> 00:36:17,792
Kinda like your answers.

695
00:36:17,886 --> 00:36:22,113
Yeah, uh, we're still trying
to iron out some of the kinks.

696
00:36:22,131 --> 00:36:24,115
But nothing to be worried about,
we're really enjoying

697
00:36:24,208 --> 00:36:26,117
This time that we have to cook

698
00:36:26,135 --> 00:36:27,969
And really getting
into the holiday spirit and all.

699
00:36:28,121 --> 00:36:30,563
I'm not worried. We have
complete faith in you two.

700
00:36:30,790 --> 00:36:32,732
-I'll see you in a bit.
-Thank you.

701
00:36:38,389 --> 00:36:40,723
Okay.
We gotta do better, carmen.

702
00:36:40,817 --> 00:36:42,575
We can't screw this up.

703
00:36:42,727 --> 00:36:44,485
We can. A-and we will.

704
00:36:44,637 --> 00:36:48,414
Maybe we just have to listen
to each other more.

705
00:36:48,566 --> 00:36:50,083
Oh! You know what?

706
00:36:50,310 --> 00:36:52,067
-I-I got to go.
-You have to go right now?

707
00:36:52,161 --> 00:36:54,312
Yeah. I told you. It's family
dinner, they'll come find me!

708
00:36:54,330 --> 00:36:57,257
Ah... Okay, uh, I-I guess I'll
see you in the morning, then?

709
00:36:57,408 --> 00:36:59,333
-Yeah. Bright and early.
-All right.

710
00:36:59,427 --> 00:37:01,168
Uh, do you want me to wrap up
your leftovers for you

711
00:37:01,263 --> 00:37:02,262
Before you go?

712
00:37:04,324 --> 00:37:07,583
Uh... No, actually,
you know, I...

713
00:37:07,677 --> 00:37:09,844
I'll put 'em in the fridge and
maybe we can snack on it later.

714
00:37:09,996 --> 00:37:13,773
Okay. Well, wait, why don't I
do that? You got to go. Go on.

715
00:37:14,000 --> 00:37:17,518
Actually, would you
like to join us?

716
00:37:17,670 --> 00:37:20,505
Maybe, um, if you had dinner
with my family,

717
00:37:20,598 --> 00:37:24,175
You'd get a sense of who I am

718
00:37:24,268 --> 00:37:26,452
And, um, where I come from.

719
00:37:30,199 --> 00:37:32,366
Yeah, sure. That...

720
00:37:32,460 --> 00:37:34,627
I mean, who's gonna turn down
a home-cooked meal?

721
00:37:37,206 --> 00:37:38,464
[chuckles] great. Okay.

722
00:37:40,026 --> 00:37:42,635
Uh, let's do it together.

723
00:37:47,033 --> 00:37:49,642
-We can come back for that.
-[chuckles] yeah.

724
00:38:00,971 --> 00:38:03,489
<i> Mami? Wita?</i>

725
00:38:07,070 --> 00:38:09,053
Oh! Carmen!

726
00:38:09,072 --> 00:38:11,480
Oh, who have you brought?

727
00:38:11,574 --> 00:38:14,834
Oh, this is jax. He's the
head chef for the hotel event.

728
00:38:15,061 --> 00:38:18,487
Well, co-co-chefs.
We're both the heads.

729
00:38:18,581 --> 00:38:21,007
-Oh?
-It's nice to meet you.

730
00:38:21,158 --> 00:38:23,826
Ah. In this house
we hug our hellos.

731
00:38:23,920 --> 00:38:25,753
[chuckles] welcome.

732
00:38:25,847 --> 00:38:27,663
-Thank you.
-Mm-hmm.

733
00:38:27,682 --> 00:38:29,015
I'm gonna go tell
your mother and father

734
00:38:29,166 --> 00:38:30,683
That we have another guest
for dinner.

735
00:38:30,835 --> 00:38:31,909
Oh, I don't wanna be
an imposition.

736
00:38:32,002 --> 00:38:33,186
-Oh.
-Oh, don't be silly.

737
00:38:33,413 --> 00:38:35,580
Setting another plate is
no imposition.

738
00:38:35,598 --> 00:38:37,690
And we have plenty of food.

739
00:38:37,917 --> 00:38:41,677
So, come on,
it's time to eat! Let's go!

740
00:38:41,696 --> 00:38:44,864
-Ay, it smells great,<i> wita.</i>
-Oh, it's all ready.

741
00:38:46,534 --> 00:38:49,351
Oh, she's here!

742
00:38:49,445 --> 00:38:52,279
And she brought a friend!

743
00:38:52,374 --> 00:38:55,116
Everyone, this is jax.
Jax, this is my family.

744
00:38:55,210 --> 00:38:58,878
My mother esperanza,
my father luis, my sister pilar.

745
00:38:59,029 --> 00:39:00,880
Where's... Oh.

746
00:39:01,107 --> 00:39:02,215
-Nice to meet you.
-Nice to meet you.

747
00:39:02,366 --> 00:39:04,199
Jorge, her husband,
and of course

748
00:39:04,293 --> 00:39:06,886
You already met<i> wita</i> rita.
But you can call her rita.

749
00:39:07,037 --> 00:39:09,463
Or you can call me<i> wita,</i>
or whatever else you like.

750
00:39:09,557 --> 00:39:12,040
Welcome, jax.
So happy to have you join us.

751
00:39:12,060 --> 00:39:13,451
Thank you.
So great to meet all of you.

752
00:39:13,469 --> 00:39:14,802
This-this smells delicious.

753
00:39:14,954 --> 00:39:16,396
Oh, well, thank you.

754
00:39:16,547 --> 00:39:18,064
Let me get
another place-setting.

755
00:39:18,215 --> 00:39:20,066
-Would you like some wine?
-I'm good, actually.

756
00:39:20,217 --> 00:39:22,476
Oh, maybe just one
since I'm having?

757
00:39:22,629 --> 00:39:25,405
-Hm? Hm?
-Just a little bit.

758
00:39:25,632 --> 00:39:27,148
I mean, if<i> wita's</i> having,
then...

759
00:39:27,300 --> 00:39:29,242
-[laughter]
-[rita] okay.

760
00:39:29,393 --> 00:39:32,245
Did you know that unroasted
coffee beans are actually green?

761
00:39:32,472 --> 00:39:34,747
Wow! Really?

762
00:39:34,899 --> 00:39:38,976
-Never heard that before.
-I have!

763
00:39:38,995 --> 00:39:41,087
Well, then maybe I'll use them
in my next green bean casserole.

764
00:39:42,982 --> 00:39:45,499
So, how's the menu coming along?

765
00:39:45,593 --> 00:39:49,003
Uh, everything is, um...

766
00:39:49,155 --> 00:39:51,747
Um, it's great. Ahem.
We're almost there.

767
00:39:51,766 --> 00:39:54,341
And I can see why carmen
is so passionate about cooking.

768
00:39:54,494 --> 00:39:57,161
This spread is unbelievable.

769
00:39:57,180 --> 00:40:01,590
Oh, well, thank you.
We hope that you join us again.

770
00:40:01,609 --> 00:40:02,733
I would love that.

771
00:40:16,699 --> 00:40:18,349
[jax] thank you very much.
Appreciate it.

772
00:40:18,367 --> 00:40:21,109
-J-jax? What are you doing here?
-Carmen. Hey.

773
00:40:21,204 --> 00:40:23,946
This is, uh, the place you got
that delicious hot cocoa, right?

774
00:40:23,965 --> 00:40:26,524
-Yeah.
-Figured I'd return the favor.

775
00:40:26,542 --> 00:40:30,027
-You got me one, thank you.
-Of course.

776
00:40:30,120 --> 00:40:32,638
-Amazing. Yeah.
-Shall we?

777
00:40:32,865 --> 00:40:34,715
Your family is amazing,
by the way.

778
00:40:34,809 --> 00:40:36,976
It was really lovely meeting 'em
last night, so...

779
00:40:37,127 --> 00:40:39,036
-Thanks.
-Thank you for inviting me.

780
00:40:39,129 --> 00:40:41,038
Of course! They love company.

781
00:40:41,131 --> 00:40:43,465
They'd get together every night
if my sister and I agree to it.

782
00:40:43,485 --> 00:40:45,710
-[both chuckling]
-I believe it.

783
00:40:45,728 --> 00:40:49,822
It really is nice
that you're so close with them.

784
00:40:50,049 --> 00:40:53,234
And that food, carmen,
it was unbelievable!

785
00:40:53,328 --> 00:40:55,069
I realized last night
that I've never actually had

786
00:40:55,221 --> 00:40:57,388
True authentic
puerto rican cuisine before.

787
00:40:57,406 --> 00:40:59,165
Well, you're in good hands now,
I mean, there are

788
00:40:59,392 --> 00:41:01,316
A few traditional
puerto rican hideaways,

789
00:41:01,336 --> 00:41:03,227
You just have to know
where to look.

790
00:41:03,246 --> 00:41:04,795
Does that mean
you're gonna show me?

791
00:41:06,899 --> 00:41:08,156
You know, we have some time.

792
00:41:08,176 --> 00:41:09,250
Come on, I wanna show you
something.

793
00:41:09,402 --> 00:41:11,585
-Uh, we should--
-get to work?

794
00:41:11,679 --> 00:41:13,662
[laughs] this is work.

795
00:41:13,681 --> 00:41:15,497
This is work. This is work.
Come here.

796
00:41:15,517 --> 00:41:17,758
Okay.

797
00:41:17,852 --> 00:41:20,019
-[jax clears throat]
-[speaking in foreign language]

798
00:41:22,190 --> 00:41:25,340
<i> Gracias.</i> These are the best
empanadas in the city.

799
00:41:25,434 --> 00:41:26,433
-Oh, yeah?
-Mm-hmm.

800
00:41:26,586 --> 00:41:28,102
-[speaking in foreign language]

801
00:41:28,254 --> 00:41:29,695
-Oh, I got it.
-No, I got it.

802
00:41:29,847 --> 00:41:31,197
Thank you. Thank you.

803
00:41:33,092 --> 00:41:34,683
So should I just
get right in there?

804
00:41:34,777 --> 00:41:36,160
Mm-hmm. Just try it.

805
00:41:37,372 --> 00:41:39,539
-Here.
-Thank you.

806
00:41:44,620 --> 00:41:46,287
[carmen chuckles]

807
00:41:46,381 --> 00:41:49,440
Come here, wait.

808
00:41:49,458 --> 00:41:51,199
This is the best empanada
I've ever had in my life.

809
00:41:51,294 --> 00:41:54,128
-Yeah.
-Why is it so different?

810
00:41:54,280 --> 00:41:56,371
Well, we marinate the beef
in achiote paste.

811
00:41:56,391 --> 00:41:58,891
I've had achiote before, but
this, this is something special.

812
00:41:59,118 --> 00:42:01,786
It's got a,
like a punch of spice.

813
00:42:01,879 --> 00:42:03,396
-I taste the pepper.
-Mm-hmm.

814
00:42:05,215 --> 00:42:06,473
Oh, good amount of cumin
in there.

815
00:42:06,626 --> 00:42:08,216
Oh, yeah.

816
00:42:08,311 --> 00:42:10,736
Some coriander, oregano...

817
00:42:12,240 --> 00:42:13,573
Garlic and cloves.

818
00:42:15,410 --> 00:42:17,743
-There's... Is that annatto s...
-Annatto seeds.

819
00:42:17,895 --> 00:42:20,246
Wha... This is so good.
Thank you.

820
00:42:20,473 --> 00:42:23,140
The dough is like,
like, like pie crust,

821
00:42:23,159 --> 00:42:24,584
But it doesn't break
when you bite into it. Why?

822
00:42:24,811 --> 00:42:26,827
-It's the<i> masa harina.</i>
<i> -Masa harina.</i>

823
00:42:26,979 --> 00:42:29,738
Yeah,<i> masa harina</i>
is ground corn flour,

824
00:42:29,757 --> 00:42:31,816
It contains a leavening agent.

825
00:42:31,834 --> 00:42:34,985
-So did I miss anything?
-Of course. The main ingredient!

826
00:42:35,004 --> 00:42:37,004
Passion!<i> Pasion.</i>

827
00:42:37,098 --> 00:42:41,992
The chef's love for his food.
You can taste it.

828
00:42:42,011 --> 00:42:45,754
I definitely can.
And this filling is so hearty.

829
00:42:45,773 --> 00:42:50,109
Yes, it is. One night say
savory, maybe even entree?

830
00:42:50,260 --> 00:42:52,503
Okay, I will admit.

831
00:42:52,596 --> 00:42:54,447
Sometimes pastries can be meals.

832
00:42:57,601 --> 00:43:00,119
So when did you come
to the city?

833
00:43:00,346 --> 00:43:02,104
Uh, well, I've been here
most of my life.

834
00:43:02,123 --> 00:43:05,349
My family moved here
when I was ten. How about you?

835
00:43:05,442 --> 00:43:07,701
Hm, I've been here
for a few years.

836
00:43:07,854 --> 00:43:09,444
Yeah, I came from new york.

837
00:43:09,538 --> 00:43:11,538
I was there for a while
working with this amazing chef

838
00:43:11,691 --> 00:43:13,782
Who helped me get my bearings
after school.

839
00:43:13,801 --> 00:43:15,693
And my parents were very happy
because I was working

840
00:43:15,786 --> 00:43:17,970
At a michelin-star restaurant.

841
00:43:18,122 --> 00:43:20,931
Mm. So why come here?

842
00:43:23,536 --> 00:43:26,553
I felt like
I needed to carve my own path.

843
00:43:26,706 --> 00:43:29,890
Plus, it brought me
closer to my parents.

844
00:43:29,984 --> 00:43:31,150
That makes sense.

845
00:43:32,970 --> 00:43:35,212
Oh, wait a second.
I just forgot.

846
00:43:35,231 --> 00:43:37,715
I haven't gotten a christmas
present for my<i> abuela.</i>

847
00:43:37,808 --> 00:43:38,991
Come on, I wanna check this out.

848
00:43:39,218 --> 00:43:39,992
Okay.

849
00:43:43,998 --> 00:43:47,057
She just turned 75, and I wanna
get her something special.

850
00:43:47,151 --> 00:43:50,394
Well,<i> wita</i> rita is special,

851
00:43:50,413 --> 00:43:51,796
So we should make it good.

852
00:43:53,232 --> 00:43:56,509
Well, how about, how about this?

853
00:43:56,660 --> 00:43:59,661
Yeah, I mean, look, she's gonna
love whatever you get her.

854
00:43:59,681 --> 00:44:01,514
But I think
we, we gotta make it perfect.

855
00:44:03,017 --> 00:44:04,016
Ooh...

856
00:44:06,095 --> 00:44:07,745
What do you think of this?

857
00:44:07,763 --> 00:44:10,648
Oh, that, that's fancy.
Could I see that, please?

858
00:44:12,843 --> 00:44:14,193
Thank you.

859
00:44:16,013 --> 00:44:17,697
And you can put a picture in it.

860
00:44:17,848 --> 00:44:20,015
Exactly. My grandmother had one
just like it.

861
00:44:20,109 --> 00:44:22,443
My grandfather gave it to her
before he went off to the war.

862
00:44:22,595 --> 00:44:25,429
He said, "now, I can be
close to your heart every day."

863
00:44:25,448 --> 00:44:27,164
That is so sweet.

864
00:44:29,043 --> 00:44:30,951
You know what? Yeah.
I'm gonna take it, please.

865
00:44:31,045 --> 00:44:33,695
Thank you.
My<i> abuelita</i> is gonna love that.

866
00:44:33,715 --> 00:44:34,955
Did you know
that my grandmother is the one

867
00:44:35,107 --> 00:44:37,107
That taught me how to cook?

868
00:44:37,126 --> 00:44:39,109
Yeah, I was an only child,
so I was always bored

869
00:44:39,128 --> 00:44:40,444
And I would just follow her
around the kitchen.

870
00:44:40,463 --> 00:44:41,962
One day she put me to work,

871
00:44:42,114 --> 00:44:43,280
And then we started cooking

872
00:44:43,299 --> 00:44:45,132
Christmas dinner together.

873
00:44:45,226 --> 00:44:46,784
We had a tradition,
we would bake fresh gingerbread

874
00:44:46,877 --> 00:44:48,452
Every year
and make a house out of it.

875
00:44:48,471 --> 00:44:49,562
I love that.

876
00:44:51,624 --> 00:44:54,458
Okay, we actually
should get to work now.

877
00:44:54,477 --> 00:44:56,126
-Yeah, we should. Thank you.
-Thank you.

878
00:44:56,145 --> 00:44:58,645
You know what, we,
we have to make one more stop

879
00:44:58,798 --> 00:45:00,297
Because there is
a key ingredient

880
00:45:00,316 --> 00:45:01,741
That our kitchen is missing.

881
00:45:12,736 --> 00:45:14,712
Okay, you're right. I like it.

882
00:45:16,315 --> 00:45:19,258
Yeah, but it's not perfect.

883
00:45:21,003 --> 00:45:23,262
Duh, it needs decorations.

884
00:45:24,991 --> 00:45:25,931
One sec.

885
00:45:27,827 --> 00:45:29,935
-What are you doing?
-No, just trust me.

886
00:45:30,605 --> 00:45:31,604
What?

887
00:45:34,016 --> 00:45:36,275
Needs a little pop of color.

888
00:45:37,853 --> 00:45:40,929
-Oh.
-All right, and...

889
00:45:40,948 --> 00:45:43,282
Some string and...

890
00:45:45,678 --> 00:45:47,528
-Well...
-You just trust me.

891
00:45:47,680 --> 00:45:49,847
Okay.

892
00:45:49,940 --> 00:45:51,515
-Thank you.
-What are you...

893
00:45:51,534 --> 00:45:53,534
-Follow my lead.
-Okay.

894
00:45:53,628 --> 00:45:56,020
-Oh, I see what you're doing.
-How about this? Yup.

895
00:45:56,113 --> 00:45:58,464
-I'll poke, you thread.
-Okay.

896
00:46:00,042 --> 00:46:02,117
Oh, that is a pop of color.

897
00:46:02,211 --> 00:46:05,638
-All right.
-Perfect.

898
00:46:05,789 --> 00:46:07,640
We are going to have
stained fingers.

899
00:46:09,626 --> 00:46:11,268
At least it's gonna look
super cute.

900
00:46:14,874 --> 00:46:16,557
So I can't stop thinking
about those empanadas.

901
00:46:16,709 --> 00:46:19,209
Oh.

902
00:46:19,228 --> 00:46:21,228
I was thinking
if you wanted to create some,

903
00:46:21,322 --> 00:46:23,805
Like, pastry-type appetizers,
that would be cool.

904
00:46:23,825 --> 00:46:27,642
Seriously? Oh.
Yes, I-I would love that.

905
00:46:27,736 --> 00:46:30,237
-Perfect.
-Thank you.

906
00:46:30,331 --> 00:46:31,330
Thank you.

907
00:46:33,817 --> 00:46:36,502
[instrumental music]

908
00:46:47,406 --> 00:46:50,665
Hey, thank you for letting me
add my empanadas to the menu.

909
00:46:50,685 --> 00:46:52,593
I mean, how could we not?
They're the new best in town.

910
00:46:52,745 --> 00:46:55,688
-Yeah.
-It's all in that achiote.

911
00:46:57,174 --> 00:46:59,024
I'm glad you really liked it.

912
00:47:03,772 --> 00:47:06,532
[instrumental music]

913
00:47:33,377 --> 00:47:35,060
Wait, wait, wait, don't do that.

914
00:47:37,623 --> 00:47:38,789
Somebody has to check
and make sure

915
00:47:38,882 --> 00:47:40,307
That you are doing a good job.

916
00:47:40,459 --> 00:47:41,792
Plus, jorge isn't home yet,

917
00:47:41,885 --> 00:47:43,527
So I haven't had any dinner.

918
00:47:44,797 --> 00:47:46,388
Hm.

919
00:47:46,482 --> 00:47:48,240
Mm, this smells delicious.

920
00:47:48,467 --> 00:47:51,318
Was this you,
or was this the handsome guy

921
00:47:51,470 --> 00:47:53,061
That you brought over
for family dinner?

922
00:47:53,080 --> 00:47:54,471
All right, please,
don't start with me.

923
00:47:54,564 --> 00:47:56,398
-And, yes, he made that.
-Mm!

924
00:47:56,492 --> 00:47:59,067
He is a great chef!

925
00:47:59,086 --> 00:48:01,253
You should marry him,
you'll have well-fed babies.

926
00:48:01,480 --> 00:48:04,239
No, pilar, we're colleagues.
Nothing can happen.

927
00:48:04,258 --> 00:48:06,074
But what about the next week
afterward?

928
00:48:06,093 --> 00:48:08,335
Look, you can't live
with me and jorge here forever.

929
00:48:08,487 --> 00:48:10,487
I mean, at some point
we're gonna have kids.

930
00:48:10,506 --> 00:48:12,765
And, I mean, either that or

931
00:48:12,916 --> 00:48:14,266
Jorge's just gonna drive you
so crazy

932
00:48:14,493 --> 00:48:15,935
That you won't be able
to take it.

933
00:48:18,088 --> 00:48:20,330
All right, come here.
You know...

934
00:48:20,349 --> 00:48:22,274
I'm just teasing you,
you know that, right?

935
00:48:22,426 --> 00:48:25,836
You know
you always have a home here.

936
00:48:25,854 --> 00:48:27,929
-Now, what's in that other box?
-Empanada I made.

937
00:48:27,949 --> 00:48:30,741
[speaking in foreign language]

938
00:48:32,954 --> 00:48:35,079
This is so good. Mm-hmm.

939
00:48:38,184 --> 00:48:40,292
[footsteps approaching]

940
00:48:45,967 --> 00:48:49,042
-[door opens]
-[carmen] hey, guys.

941
00:48:49,195 --> 00:48:53,121
What, what's going on?
Is everything okay?

942
00:48:53,140 --> 00:48:56,475
Sit,<i> mijita.</i> There's something
I need to tell you.

943
00:49:00,222 --> 00:49:02,039
I'm moving to puerto rico.

944
00:49:02,057 --> 00:49:04,149
Wait, what?

945
00:49:04,376 --> 00:49:08,879
Which means
that she's selling coqui.

946
00:49:08,897 --> 00:49:11,490
No, no, no, no,
coqui is one of the very few

947
00:49:11,717 --> 00:49:13,900
Puerto-rican owned cafes
in the city.

948
00:49:13,995 --> 00:49:16,720
Our-our community cannot take
a loss like that.

949
00:49:16,739 --> 00:49:19,740
I know, I know, and I hate
to leave this place behind

950
00:49:19,892 --> 00:49:23,669
And you girls, you girls...

951
00:49:23,820 --> 00:49:27,339
But, you know, I've been doing
this for such a long time.

952
00:49:27,566 --> 00:49:29,657
And it's a lot to manage
for my age.

953
00:49:29,677 --> 00:49:31,677
And I miss my family
in puerto rico.

954
00:49:33,997 --> 00:49:36,348
So I-is there anything that
we can do? Maybe we can help.

955
00:49:36,500 --> 00:49:38,258
I have a little bit of money
saved from catering--

956
00:49:38,352 --> 00:49:42,688
<i> Aye mi amor,</i> I wish
it was that simple, really,

957
00:49:42,839 --> 00:49:46,174
But this is
a big responsibility.

958
00:49:46,268 --> 00:49:49,028
And I have to sell this place
by the end of the year.

959
00:49:50,865 --> 00:49:52,680
What?

960
00:49:52,775 --> 00:49:55,534
[instrumental music]

961
00:50:16,298 --> 00:50:18,057
I'm still thinking that

962
00:50:18,208 --> 00:50:22,227
We take a more subtle and
subdued approach to decoration.

963
00:50:24,381 --> 00:50:28,458
Oh, um, I, of course, am leaning

964
00:50:28,477 --> 00:50:30,218
Towards the brighter option.

965
00:50:30,237 --> 00:50:32,813
Don't you think
red screams christmas?

966
00:50:32,907 --> 00:50:34,815
I do. It does.

967
00:50:34,909 --> 00:50:37,317
Um, small concern

968
00:50:37,411 --> 00:50:39,745
That the decor will distract
from the dish itself.

969
00:50:42,065 --> 00:50:46,810
Okay, so we do
no decoration or...

970
00:50:46,829 --> 00:50:50,647
Or we, we meet in the middle

971
00:50:50,666 --> 00:50:52,216
And we find a combo of the two.

972
00:50:54,837 --> 00:50:56,386
Yeah, that-that could work.

973
00:50:58,173 --> 00:50:59,990
Great. So what do you say?

974
00:51:00,008 --> 00:51:03,251
We choose your top two apps,
my top two entrees,

975
00:51:03,270 --> 00:51:05,662
Two of your desserts,
two of my sides, and,<i> voila,</i>

976
00:51:05,681 --> 00:51:09,399
We have a perfectly delicious
and eclectic menu.

977
00:51:12,020 --> 00:51:14,279
All right, you have a deal.

978
00:51:26,869 --> 00:51:29,110
All right, I just finished
the list of what's left to do.

979
00:51:29,204 --> 00:51:31,964
We can give it to our sous chefs
and we will be good to go.

980
00:51:34,284 --> 00:51:37,377
I've never
used one before, but...

981
00:51:37,471 --> 00:51:41,031
A sous chef? Seriously?
Not even in school?

982
00:51:41,049 --> 00:51:42,532
Actually,
I've been meaning to talk--

983
00:51:42,551 --> 00:51:44,534
[shirley] my esteemed chefs,

984
00:51:44,553 --> 00:51:46,311
Do not forget to put
your orders in by tonight.

985
00:51:46,463 --> 00:51:48,796
Of course not, ms. Flores.
We will get that to you shortly.

986
00:51:48,816 --> 00:51:52,225
Wonderful.
Can't wait to see that menu.

987
00:51:52,378 --> 00:51:53,468
You did submit
your grocery list.

988
00:51:53,562 --> 00:51:55,637
-Right?
-No, not yet.

989
00:51:55,731 --> 00:51:57,881
We barely settled on a menu. How
could I have known before now?

990
00:51:57,900 --> 00:51:59,658
I've had a list going for two
days and I've been updating as

991
00:51:59,885 --> 00:52:02,402
We go. Hey, they will get you
anything you want.

992
00:52:02,554 --> 00:52:04,721
You just have to order it now.

993
00:52:04,740 --> 00:52:06,814
I mean, if we have time
to decorate a tree,

994
00:52:06,834 --> 00:52:09,059
We definitely have time to make
our grocery list, right?

995
00:52:09,077 --> 00:52:11,244
Okay, yes, okay, I-I will...

996
00:52:11,338 --> 00:52:13,079
I'll get it, get it to you
tonight, I promise.

997
00:52:13,174 --> 00:52:14,339
Thank you.

998
00:52:16,235 --> 00:52:17,634
Is everything okay?

999
00:52:19,254 --> 00:52:20,828
Yeah, it's not a big deal.

1000
00:52:20,848 --> 00:52:23,182
Hey, talk to me.

1001
00:52:23,333 --> 00:52:26,167
Just my, my other job,

1002
00:52:26,261 --> 00:52:28,745
The cafe where I work at,

1003
00:52:28,764 --> 00:52:33,174
The owner, she's,
she's moving back to puerto rico

1004
00:52:33,268 --> 00:52:36,862
And she has to sell the cafe
before the end of the year.

1005
00:52:38,106 --> 00:52:40,774
I'm sorry to hear that.

1006
00:52:40,926 --> 00:52:43,610
It's a staple in our community

1007
00:52:43,762 --> 00:52:47,206
And it's hitting everybody
pretty rough.

1008
00:52:47,357 --> 00:52:51,168
Pilar is taking it
especially hard.

1009
00:52:52,880 --> 00:52:55,439
Hey, you think
I could head out early?

1010
00:52:55,532 --> 00:52:57,624
I make a mean guava pastelito.

1011
00:52:57,718 --> 00:53:00,719
I was thinking of dropping by
to cheer her up.

1012
00:53:01,797 --> 00:53:03,447
Sounds nice.

1013
00:53:03,540 --> 00:53:05,615
Hey, I've never actually made

1014
00:53:05,634 --> 00:53:08,894
A g-guava pastelito before.

1015
00:53:09,045 --> 00:53:13,047
I mean, if you're up for it,
I, I'd love to learn.

1016
00:53:13,067 --> 00:53:15,216
I'm heading
to the farmer's market on 7th.

1017
00:53:15,236 --> 00:53:17,461
I just, I need to get
some fresh guava.

1018
00:53:17,554 --> 00:53:18,403
There's a farmer's market
on 7th?

1019
00:53:18,555 --> 00:53:20,388
It's a local co-op where

1020
00:53:20,407 --> 00:53:22,574
Vendors and restaurant owners,

1021
00:53:22,726 --> 00:53:24,651
They donate whatever produce
they're not using.

1022
00:53:24,803 --> 00:53:28,305
Kind of like ugly produce, but
it's the best quality in town.

1023
00:53:28,323 --> 00:53:31,475
-We'd have to go right now.
-Okay, yeah.

1024
00:53:31,493 --> 00:53:33,418
We can grab the stuff
and we can make them here.

1025
00:53:39,093 --> 00:53:40,317
Try these.

1026
00:53:40,410 --> 00:53:41,485
-Yeah? Is it good?
-Yeah. Mm-hmm.

1027
00:53:41,578 --> 00:53:42,761
-Which one should I try?
-Oh, any of them.

1028
00:53:42,988 --> 00:53:44,154
-They're all delicious.
-Oh, I don't like too spicy.

1029
00:53:44,247 --> 00:53:45,505
-But I do love flavor.
-Come on, you got this.

1030
00:53:45,657 --> 00:53:48,082
-Chipotle.
-Uh-huh.

1031
00:53:48,102 --> 00:53:50,918
That's good.
We need to come back here.

1032
00:53:50,938 --> 00:53:52,162
Oh, this is what
you were talkin' about.

1033
00:53:52,180 --> 00:53:53,330
This is it.<i> Hola,</i> julio.

1034
00:53:53,423 --> 00:53:54,422
[speaking in foreign language]

1035
00:53:54,441 --> 00:53:57,851
Ah, I see what you mean.

1036
00:53:58,003 --> 00:54:01,521
-I, uh, I frequent here a lot.
-I can tell.

1037
00:54:01,673 --> 00:54:03,115
-[speaking in foreign language]
-oh, let me.

1038
00:54:03,342 --> 00:54:05,075
-No, no.<i> Gracias.</i>
-Ah. Thank you very much.

1039
00:54:06,845 --> 00:54:09,454
Ben. Hey.

1040
00:54:09,681 --> 00:54:12,349
Hey, um,
what are you guys doing here?

1041
00:54:12,367 --> 00:54:13,959
Not workin' this afternoon?

1042
00:54:14,186 --> 00:54:17,037
-Actually, we got off early.
-Huh, again. Hm.

1043
00:54:17,189 --> 00:54:19,856
Yes, but we managed
to finish the menu.

1044
00:54:19,875 --> 00:54:22,042
-And it's perfect.
-Mm.

1045
00:54:22,194 --> 00:54:23,802
So what brings you guys here?

1046
00:54:23,953 --> 00:54:26,120
Are we shopping
the ugly produce?

1047
00:54:26,140 --> 00:54:28,456
Uh, actually carmen says
this is the best place in town.

1048
00:54:28,475 --> 00:54:30,124
And now I'm seeing you here,
so I'm starting to think

1049
00:54:30,144 --> 00:54:31,935
I'm the only chef
that didn't know about it.

1050
00:54:34,648 --> 00:54:37,207
Carmen, you remember
my colleague ben, right?

1051
00:54:37,225 --> 00:54:39,801
Uh, partner formerly,
and sous chef.

1052
00:54:39,820 --> 00:54:43,213
Yes, we are known
as the dynamic dinner duo.

1053
00:54:43,306 --> 00:54:44,548
It's nice to see you again, ben.

1054
00:54:44,566 --> 00:54:46,325
Likewise.

1055
00:54:46,552 --> 00:54:47,884
We're actually getting
ingredients

1056
00:54:47,977 --> 00:54:50,554
To make guava pastelitos.
P-pastelitos?

1057
00:54:50,572 --> 00:54:51,646
-Pastelitos.
-Pastelitos.

1058
00:54:51,740 --> 00:54:53,314
If you'd like to join us.

1059
00:54:53,334 --> 00:54:56,835
Uh, I can't.
Uh, I should get home now.

1060
00:54:57,062 --> 00:54:59,004
Uh, you know,
get working on the plans

1061
00:54:59,155 --> 00:55:01,414
For our restaurant-opening.
But you guys have fun.

1062
00:55:01,567 --> 00:55:03,675
Uh, jax,
let's just catch up later?

1063
00:55:03,827 --> 00:55:06,136
-Absolutely.
-Bye.

1064
00:55:07,997 --> 00:55:09,589
-We got everything we need?
-Yeah.

1065
00:55:09,741 --> 00:55:11,350
All right. Let's do it.

1066
00:55:13,670 --> 00:55:14,502
-Typical, like--
-yeah, and then...

1067
00:55:14,596 --> 00:55:15,503
I'll teach you how to slice it.

1068
00:55:15,522 --> 00:55:17,097
You slice 'em.

1069
00:55:17,249 --> 00:55:19,983
[instrumental music]

1070
00:55:24,865 --> 00:55:25,989
Team work.

1071
00:55:28,443 --> 00:55:30,518
I like this right here.

1072
00:55:30,537 --> 00:55:33,997
Is that how we do it?
I'm just joking, just joking.

1073
00:55:37,119 --> 00:55:39,878
[indistinct chatter]

1074
00:55:44,051 --> 00:55:45,050
So we'll use this one.

1075
00:55:45,201 --> 00:55:46,843
[indistinct chatter]

1076
00:55:49,390 --> 00:55:51,038
Super simple.

1077
00:55:51,133 --> 00:55:51,890
[indistinct chatter]

1078
00:55:55,470 --> 00:55:58,063
[indistinct chatter]

1079
00:56:03,629 --> 00:56:05,904
Oh, my...

1080
00:56:08,242 --> 00:56:10,575
-They look perfect. Mm-hmm.
-We did good.

1081
00:56:14,898 --> 00:56:17,307
Sorry, we're closed.

1082
00:56:17,400 --> 00:56:19,492
Good, because we brought treats.

1083
00:56:19,645 --> 00:56:21,253
We made pastelitos.

1084
00:56:23,315 --> 00:56:24,923
Come on.

1085
00:56:25,074 --> 00:56:27,408
Mm. Oh, it's so good!

1086
00:56:27,428 --> 00:56:29,428
-Thank you so much, carmen.
-Of course, sis.

1087
00:56:29,579 --> 00:56:31,579
This place
really is a small treasure.

1088
00:56:31,673 --> 00:56:35,325
It's got so much charm,
it's, it's in a prime location.

1089
00:56:35,343 --> 00:56:37,418
It's really a shame
she has to sell it.

1090
00:56:37,438 --> 00:56:40,772
Either of you
ever considered taking over?

1091
00:56:40,924 --> 00:56:42,924
Uh, well, financially

1092
00:56:42,943 --> 00:56:46,945
It's just not in the cards
for us.

1093
00:56:47,096 --> 00:56:51,098
But I hear that you're maybe
opening up a restaurant soon?

1094
00:56:51,118 --> 00:56:53,026
Yeah, uh, with my colleague ben.

1095
00:56:53,178 --> 00:56:56,288
Although, it's been in the works
for a while. Mm.

1096
00:56:56,439 --> 00:56:59,532
Guess we're a, a little picky,
to say the least.

1097
00:56:59,685 --> 00:57:02,869
-I'll say.
-Well...

1098
00:57:03,021 --> 00:57:05,780
-I hope for its great success.
-Thank you.

1099
00:57:05,799 --> 00:57:07,949
Hey, and if you ever need
a sassy barista,

1100
00:57:08,043 --> 00:57:09,134
You know where to find me.

1101
00:57:14,216 --> 00:57:17,217
[instrumental music]

1102
00:57:17,311 --> 00:57:19,978
<i> ["instrumental</i>
<i> "the 12 days of christmas"]</i>

1103
00:57:25,319 --> 00:57:26,485
Hold on, am I...

1104
00:57:27,804 --> 00:57:30,213
No, no, I'm-I'm early,

1105
00:57:30,232 --> 00:57:32,549
Just like normal.

1106
00:57:32,567 --> 00:57:34,976
And I'm earlier than normal.

1107
00:57:34,995 --> 00:57:38,455
[gasps] oh, no!
I forgot my chef's coat.

1108
00:57:39,741 --> 00:57:41,057
-I never do this.
-Oh.

1109
00:57:41,150 --> 00:57:42,909
I have an extra apron
in my bag.

1110
00:57:43,003 --> 00:57:45,003
You know, the mess I tend
to make... Just grab it.

1111
00:57:45,154 --> 00:57:47,655
-Yeah? Oh, this is perfect.
-Mm-hmm.

1112
00:57:47,674 --> 00:57:51,084
Thank you. All right.

1113
00:57:51,236 --> 00:57:54,012
-Oh, check this out.
-What is it?

1114
00:57:55,516 --> 00:57:57,182
Guava chutney.

1115
00:57:57,409 --> 00:58:00,001
I just took our leftovers
and kinda went with it.

1116
00:58:00,020 --> 00:58:02,837
Bet it goes good
with so many dishes.

1117
00:58:02,931 --> 00:58:05,190
Plus, it's chutney, so it's, you
know, great for the holidays.

1118
00:58:05,417 --> 00:58:06,358
Yeah.

1119
00:58:08,011 --> 00:58:11,345
Mm, yeah.
Jax, this is delicious.

1120
00:58:11,365 --> 00:58:14,866
We need to incorporate this
into the menu.

1121
00:58:15,093 --> 00:58:17,994
Oh. Yeah, that's probably
not a bad idea.

1122
00:58:19,431 --> 00:58:20,372
This is it.

1123
00:58:23,785 --> 00:58:26,286
[carmen] almost ready.
Wait, give me. I need a plate.

1124
00:58:26,380 --> 00:58:27,671
Coming through.

1125
00:58:28,790 --> 00:58:30,215
-Oh. Behind.
-Oh.

1126
00:58:33,220 --> 00:58:35,387
-Hello, you two.
-Mr. And mrs. Flores.

1127
00:58:35,538 --> 00:58:36,721
Victor, shirley, hi!

1128
00:58:36,873 --> 00:58:38,298
We were hoping to stop by
sooner,

1129
00:58:38,392 --> 00:58:40,800
But we've been so busy
with the holiday rush.

1130
00:58:40,952 --> 00:58:42,561
Still, everything seems to be

1131
00:58:42,712 --> 00:58:43,953
Coming together nicely here,
I see.

1132
00:58:44,047 --> 00:58:45,212
And I see you guys even put up

1133
00:58:45,232 --> 00:58:46,639
A christmas tree.

1134
00:58:46,792 --> 00:58:48,958
Oh, yeah, can never be too
into the season.

1135
00:58:48,977 --> 00:58:50,569
No, I-I love it, and I think

1136
00:58:50,720 --> 00:58:53,220
Maybe we should do it every year
moving forward.

1137
00:58:53,315 --> 00:58:56,316
Very cute. Although it's missing
a proper tree-topper, you know?

1138
00:58:56,468 --> 00:58:57,650
Oh, no,
that's on our to-do list.

1139
00:58:57,744 --> 00:58:59,727
Right this way.

1140
00:58:59,746 --> 00:59:02,229
-Oh, thank you.
-Got it? Got it?

1141
00:59:02,249 --> 00:59:03,373
Okay.

1142
00:59:05,160 --> 00:59:07,919
[instrumental music]

1143
00:59:14,077 --> 00:59:15,885
And for our final three...

1144
00:59:17,489 --> 00:59:18,597
Enjoy.

1145
00:59:25,772 --> 00:59:29,107
I can't help but feel like
there's something missing.

1146
00:59:30,110 --> 00:59:32,259
Shirl.

1147
00:59:32,279 --> 00:59:35,113
There's definitely
something missing.

1148
00:59:37,676 --> 00:59:40,026
Uh, if you could give us an idea
of what that is,

1149
00:59:40,178 --> 00:59:42,770
We can definitely address it
before the event.

1150
00:59:42,864 --> 00:59:45,181
Any criticism would be helpful.

1151
00:59:45,200 --> 00:59:46,625
We wanna make sure
we have an amazing meal.

1152
00:59:46,852 --> 00:59:49,035
Look, I'm-I'm neither a chef
nor a critic,

1153
00:59:49,187 --> 00:59:51,371
So I'm not sure
I can properly articulate

1154
00:59:51,465 --> 00:59:53,280
What it is I'm feeling,
but I can assure you,

1155
00:59:53,300 --> 00:59:55,783
If we noticed,
anna garza will as well.

1156
00:59:55,802 --> 00:59:59,120
Victor, I'm-I'm sure
they're gonna figure things out.

1157
00:59:59,214 --> 01:00:01,473
I'm sure they will.

1158
01:00:01,700 --> 01:00:03,141
And I know I don't need
to remind you both

1159
01:00:03,368 --> 01:00:05,793
Of the importance of this event
for your careers,

1160
01:00:05,887 --> 01:00:08,388
But our donors are also paying
a lot of money to attend,

1161
01:00:08,482 --> 01:00:10,815
And anna garza's approval
will ensure an even more

1162
01:00:10,967 --> 01:00:12,984
Successful turnout
the following year.

1163
01:00:15,638 --> 01:00:17,322
I have faith
you'll both succeed.

1164
01:00:19,718 --> 01:00:20,992
-Shall we?
-Yes.

1165
01:00:29,244 --> 01:00:30,835
[sighs]

1166
01:00:35,658 --> 01:00:37,158
I don't understand.

1167
01:00:37,177 --> 01:00:38,659
We've been working
on these dishes all week.

1168
01:00:38,679 --> 01:00:41,421
We've-we've sampled them
dozens of times.

1169
01:00:41,515 --> 01:00:43,907
What are we doing wrong?

1170
01:00:43,925 --> 01:00:45,408
It's okay, you know,
we'll figure it out

1171
01:00:45,501 --> 01:00:46,743
Even if it takes us all night.

1172
01:00:46,836 --> 01:00:48,186
-You don't get it.
-I do get it.

1173
01:00:48,337 --> 01:00:49,262
I know how much
this means to you.

1174
01:00:49,356 --> 01:00:50,355
Do you?

1175
01:00:57,013 --> 01:00:58,697
I'm sorry, I just...

1176
01:01:01,760 --> 01:01:03,276
Can I show you something?

1177
01:01:03,428 --> 01:01:04,828
[instrumental music]

1178
01:01:15,941 --> 01:01:18,942
[carmen] I don't understand.
What is this place?

1179
01:01:18,960 --> 01:01:20,552
This was my restaurant.

1180
01:01:22,556 --> 01:01:24,371
This was the place that I owned
and that I ran with ben.

1181
01:01:24,391 --> 01:01:27,726
He was my number two.

1182
01:01:27,953 --> 01:01:31,563
I had 47 employees
working under me.

1183
01:01:31,790 --> 01:01:34,381
That's not even including
all my vendors.

1184
01:01:34,401 --> 01:01:37,810
These were people with families
that were depending on me,

1185
01:01:37,963 --> 01:01:39,645
And I let 'em down,

1186
01:01:39,740 --> 01:01:41,906
Because they all lost their jobs
when it went under.

1187
01:01:43,818 --> 01:01:47,804
I had no idea. I'm so sorry.

1188
01:01:47,822 --> 01:01:50,490
I mean, opening this place
was my dream.

1189
01:01:50,584 --> 01:01:53,159
Even though I put everything
I had in it, I...

1190
01:01:53,311 --> 01:01:55,879
I just couldn't get it to work
in the end, and...

1191
01:01:57,924 --> 01:02:01,092
[sighs]
I felt like such a failure.

1192
01:02:01,244 --> 01:02:02,927
And I don't like
feelin' this way.

1193
01:02:06,157 --> 01:02:08,600
-Jax...
-Even with great reviews...

1194
01:02:08,751 --> 01:02:11,844
We closed after four months,
I mean, I-I-I don't know

1195
01:02:11,938 --> 01:02:13,754
What happened.
Uh, maybe I was too ambitious.

1196
01:02:13,774 --> 01:02:15,515
And now, of course,
ben wants to try again

1197
01:02:15,609 --> 01:02:17,258
And he wants to start over,
and I don't think

1198
01:02:17,277 --> 01:02:19,593
I'm ready for that. And I don't
know how to tell him.

1199
01:02:19,613 --> 01:02:21,613
I just can't fail again.

1200
01:02:24,117 --> 01:02:26,767
That's why you applied
for this job.

1201
01:02:26,861 --> 01:02:28,286
Your second chance.

1202
01:02:32,017 --> 01:02:33,416
Yeah, I guess it is.

1203
01:02:36,445 --> 01:02:39,539
You know, it's gonna be okay.

1204
01:02:39,633 --> 01:02:43,117
I'm not gonna let you
fail again. You got this.

1205
01:02:43,211 --> 01:02:44,803
Come on, let's head back.

1206
01:02:47,140 --> 01:02:49,974
[bell dinging]

1207
01:03:00,895 --> 01:03:03,546
Pretty sure we're gonna pull
an all-nighter.

1208
01:03:03,565 --> 01:03:05,990
Do you mind if I put some music
to keep us going?

1209
01:03:06,142 --> 01:03:07,975
No. Go ahead.

1210
01:03:07,994 --> 01:03:10,787
[instrumental music on phone]

1211
01:03:20,248 --> 01:03:21,798
[upbeat music on phone]

1212
01:03:23,993 --> 01:03:25,993
All right, you know what,
I can't take it anymore.

1213
01:03:26,012 --> 01:03:27,494
I cannot see you like this,
I know what you need.

1214
01:03:27,589 --> 01:03:28,680
Let's go, come on.

1215
01:03:31,593 --> 01:03:33,426
-Come on, dance with me. Yeah.
-Dance with you?

1216
01:03:33,578 --> 01:03:36,020
It's late, and we have
to get back to work.

1217
01:03:36,172 --> 01:03:38,598
No, no, this is work, trust me.
You have to learn how to let go.

1218
01:03:38,750 --> 01:03:40,583
And how's dancing gonna help?

1219
01:03:40,602 --> 01:03:42,176
You know what,
that is your problem, jax.

1220
01:03:42,270 --> 01:03:44,754
You think there's only one way
for things to be right.

1221
01:03:44,772 --> 01:03:46,272
But that's not how it is
with dancing, with dancing

1222
01:03:46,366 --> 01:03:48,441
You have to let it go,
it's whatever you feel,

1223
01:03:48,535 --> 01:03:51,018
That's what's right,
it's about the<i> pasion,</i>

1224
01:03:51,037 --> 01:03:53,538
And you find that right here.

1225
01:03:53,765 --> 01:03:57,358
And you get to that
with this right here.

1226
01:03:57,377 --> 01:03:59,860
-There you go. Yeah. Come on.
-[indistinct chatter]

1227
01:03:59,954 --> 01:04:04,031
You got to. Come on. One, two,
three. It's super easy. Yeah!

1228
01:04:04,050 --> 01:04:06,843
[singing in foreign language]

1229
01:04:08,704 --> 01:04:11,389
[indistinct chatter]

1230
01:04:22,143 --> 01:04:24,903
[music continues]

1231
01:04:30,485 --> 01:04:33,244
[singing continues]

1232
01:04:42,163 --> 01:04:44,497
[instrumental music]

1233
01:04:44,591 --> 01:04:47,074
Okay, one more, one more,
let's try one more turn.

1234
01:04:47,093 --> 01:04:48,384
-Uh-huh...
-No.

1235
01:04:50,488 --> 01:04:52,413
-Hold on. I'm gonna just..
-Look at you.

1236
01:04:52,507 --> 01:04:53,673
Just I'm kind of...

1237
01:04:53,825 --> 01:04:55,099
-No!
-No?

1238
01:05:05,353 --> 01:05:07,445
-We should, uh...
-Yeah, uh...

1239
01:05:07,596 --> 01:05:08,780
Yeah, we should, uh...

1240
01:05:13,769 --> 01:05:16,028
[instrumental music]

1241
01:05:16,181 --> 01:05:20,774
Okay, today everything that
we make, we make with<i> pasion.</i>

1242
01:05:20,794 --> 01:05:22,293
Organized<i> pasion.</i>

1243
01:05:23,855 --> 01:05:25,296
I can change, too, you know?

1244
01:05:28,042 --> 01:05:29,116
Excuse me.

1245
01:05:29,210 --> 01:05:31,469
[instrumental music]

1246
01:05:32,305 --> 01:05:33,304
Mm...

1247
01:05:38,720 --> 01:05:41,479
[music continues]

1248
01:06:09,751 --> 01:06:12,510
[music continues]

1249
01:06:31,439 --> 01:06:32,697
That's everything.

1250
01:06:35,368 --> 01:06:37,535
-How you feeling?
-I, uh, honestly...

1251
01:06:37,686 --> 01:06:39,704
I don't even know anymore. I'm
too in the thick of it to tell.

1252
01:06:41,449 --> 01:06:43,041
But I think we did really well.

1253
01:06:44,619 --> 01:06:47,436
-Yeah.
-How you feelin'?

1254
01:06:47,455 --> 01:06:49,288
I'm feelin' good.

1255
01:06:49,440 --> 01:06:52,717
I mean, it's a lot of hard work,
but it'll pay off.

1256
01:06:52,868 --> 01:06:55,536
I think our guests are really
gonna love the menu.

1257
01:06:55,555 --> 01:06:58,948
Me, too. I like
this new confident carmen.

1258
01:06:59,041 --> 01:07:02,393
I like this new relaxed,
self-assured jax.

1259
01:07:04,639 --> 01:07:07,732
Okay, so it's, uh, christmas
eve, so it's do or die time.

1260
01:07:07,883 --> 01:07:10,643
Do we call it
or go another round?

1261
01:07:10,795 --> 01:07:12,403
I think we call it.

1262
01:07:12,630 --> 01:07:13,738
Yeah, like you said,
we've done everything we can

1263
01:07:13,889 --> 01:07:15,722
And tomorrow is a big day.

1264
01:07:15,817 --> 01:07:19,077
Yeah, well, technically it's
still a big day for me tonight.

1265
01:07:19,228 --> 01:07:21,728
Mine isn't over, I've still got
christmas with my family.

1266
01:07:21,823 --> 01:07:25,583
Uh, are you... What're you doing
for christmas eve tonight?

1267
01:07:25,734 --> 01:07:28,477
Uh, I mean,
you're lookin' at it.

1268
01:07:28,496 --> 01:07:30,571
That's right,<i> noche buena</i>
with the family, huh?

1269
01:07:30,590 --> 01:07:31,923
Sure you're not gonna be
too tired tomorrow?

1270
01:07:32,150 --> 01:07:33,591
-It's gonna be a long day.
-I'll be fine.

1271
01:07:33,742 --> 01:07:36,410
I'm ten steps
ahead of myself now

1272
01:07:36,429 --> 01:07:38,579
And I need a little bit of sleep
as is.

1273
01:07:38,598 --> 01:07:41,674
I probably won't even sleep,
I'll be so nervous anyway.

1274
01:07:41,826 --> 01:07:43,342
Are you, um... Did-did...

1275
01:07:43,494 --> 01:07:47,346
Did you... Wanna come with?

1276
01:07:47,498 --> 01:07:49,607
I mean, uh, my family
already loves you, so...

1277
01:07:54,280 --> 01:07:56,355
I would love that.

1278
01:07:56,449 --> 01:07:58,174
-Yeah?
-Yeah.

1279
01:07:58,192 --> 01:08:00,284
Oh, great, I-I'm gonna go
get changed then.

1280
01:08:00,436 --> 01:08:02,078
Okay, me, too.

1281
01:08:07,201 --> 01:08:09,776
[carmen] so<i> noche buena</i> is
our version of christmas eve.

1282
01:08:09,796 --> 01:08:11,871
That's when the festivities
really kick off.

1283
01:08:11,965 --> 01:08:13,798
And then later tonight
we'll go to<i> misa de gallo.</i>

1284
01:08:13,949 --> 01:08:16,783
Okay,<i> misa de gallo.</i>
What's that?

1285
01:08:16,803 --> 01:08:18,452
It's midnight mass, of course.

1286
01:08:18,471 --> 01:08:20,787
-Hey.
-Hi.

1287
01:08:20,882 --> 01:08:22,640
Have you been to midnight mass?

1288
01:08:22,791 --> 01:08:25,476
Uh, me and my...

1289
01:08:26,537 --> 01:08:27,553
Hey!

1290
01:08:27,647 --> 01:08:29,463
[cheering]

1291
01:08:29,482 --> 01:08:31,149
[upbeat music]

1292
01:08:33,636 --> 01:08:36,320
[singing in foreign language]

1293
01:09:03,999 --> 01:09:06,684
[singing continues]

1294
01:09:11,507 --> 01:09:14,192
-Hey!
-So this is our<i> parranda.</i>

1295
01:09:14,419 --> 01:09:16,343
Our version
of christmas caroling.

1296
01:09:16,362 --> 01:09:18,103
So it's our celebration
of christmas!

1297
01:09:18,256 --> 01:09:20,531
Jax, it's so good
to see you again.

1298
01:09:20,758 --> 01:09:22,683
Oh, he's practically
part of the family.

1299
01:09:22,702 --> 01:09:24,927
Are you guys hungry,
we have plenty of food

1300
01:09:25,020 --> 01:09:27,096
For later when we get back.

1301
01:09:27,189 --> 01:09:29,022
Oh, you remembered rita's gift,
right?

1302
01:09:29,042 --> 01:09:32,101
-Yeah, it's in here.
-You've heard of a<i> parranda.</i>

1303
01:09:32,119 --> 01:09:34,286
Right?
But have you experienced one?

1304
01:09:34,439 --> 01:09:36,439
I hope you're rested 'cause
it's gonna be a long night.

1305
01:09:36,457 --> 01:09:39,217
[cheering]

1306
01:09:42,555 --> 01:09:44,204
What does he mean long night?
What?

1307
01:09:44,224 --> 01:09:47,040
-How far are we going?
-Well, until they get tired.

1308
01:09:47,060 --> 01:09:49,227
And I have no idea when
that's gonna be, so let's go.

1309
01:09:49,378 --> 01:09:52,063
[singing continues]

1310
01:09:59,072 --> 01:10:01,864
[upbeat music]

1311
01:10:17,331 --> 01:10:18,756
Hey, what are you learning
over here?

1312
01:10:18,983 --> 01:10:20,091
<i> Opa!</i>

1313
01:10:21,928 --> 01:10:23,744
This is so much fun,
I can't believe you guys

1314
01:10:23,763 --> 01:10:24,762
Celebrate christmas like this.

1315
01:10:24,989 --> 01:10:26,580
Every year.

1316
01:10:26,674 --> 01:10:29,842
Hey, you have to try a coquito.

1317
01:10:29,994 --> 01:10:33,178
It's a coconut-flavored cocktail
similar to eggnog.

1318
01:10:33,331 --> 01:10:35,255
Oh, that's good. Mm.

1319
01:10:35,275 --> 01:10:36,849
Are you hungry?
I could bring you a plate.

1320
01:10:36,943 --> 01:10:38,334
[speaking in foreign language]

1321
01:10:38,427 --> 01:10:40,519
Because we have
<i> arroz con gandules,</i>

1322
01:10:40,613 --> 01:10:42,429
We have<i> morcilla,</i>

1323
01:10:42,523 --> 01:10:45,766
We have<i> lechon asado</i>
<i> y platanos.</i>

1324
01:10:45,785 --> 01:10:48,119
She wants to know what you wanna
eat, so we have rice

1325
01:10:48,270 --> 01:10:51,030
With pigeon peas,
we have roasted pork.

1326
01:10:51,182 --> 01:10:53,291
-Blood sausage and plantains.
-I can, I can make my own plate.

1327
01:10:53,442 --> 01:10:55,851
Oh, don't be silly,
you're having a good time.

1328
01:10:55,870 --> 01:10:58,111
I could bring you a little bit
of everything.

1329
01:10:58,131 --> 01:10:59,780
-Perfect.
-Okay.

1330
01:10:59,874 --> 01:11:01,615
<i> -Gracias, wita.</i>
<i> -Gracias.</i>

1331
01:11:01,634 --> 01:11:03,634
Why do you guys call her wita?

1332
01:11:03,786 --> 01:11:05,970
Well, in spanish the casual way
to say grandmother

1333
01:11:06,197 --> 01:11:07,972
Is<i> abuelita,</i>
and when you're a kid,

1334
01:11:08,123 --> 01:11:10,549
That's kinda hard to pronounce,
so pilar and I would say<i> wita</i>

1335
01:11:10,643 --> 01:11:12,885
Instead of<i> abuelita,</i>
and that kind of stuck.

1336
01:11:12,979 --> 01:11:14,645
Sweet.

1337
01:11:14,872 --> 01:11:17,206
-Oh!
-I'm sorry.

1338
01:11:17,299 --> 01:11:20,985
-Jorge, remember el cuco?
-El cuco! Who's that?

1339
01:11:21,136 --> 01:11:22,820
-[chuckles] it's the boogeyman.
-Yeah.

1340
01:11:22,971 --> 01:11:25,564
That will come and get you at
night if you're not being good.

1341
01:11:25,716 --> 01:11:27,992
-Mm-hmm.
-We're sorry.

1342
01:11:28,219 --> 01:11:30,052
You need a coquito.
I'm gonna grab you one.

1343
01:11:30,145 --> 01:11:31,570
Okay, yeah, great,
oh, be careful!

1344
01:11:31,722 --> 01:11:33,722
Because tia marta,
she has a heavy pour.

1345
01:11:33,816 --> 01:11:35,249
It's stronger than it tastes.

1346
01:11:37,837 --> 01:11:39,670
[speaking in foreign language]

1347
01:11:41,899 --> 01:11:44,658
It looks like
jax is having a good time.

1348
01:11:44,677 --> 01:11:47,570
-I'm glad you brought him.
-Yeah, me, too.

1349
01:11:47,588 --> 01:11:49,347
Looks like he makes you happy,
honey.

1350
01:11:49,574 --> 01:11:53,576
<i> -Abuelita!</i>
-What? A grandmother notices.

1351
01:11:53,669 --> 01:11:55,853
-Oh, wait, before I forget...
<i> -Que?</i>

1352
01:11:58,024 --> 01:11:59,607
-No!
-Mm-hmm.

1353
01:12:01,677 --> 01:12:06,030
[gasps] oh, it's so beautiful!
<i> Gracias.</i>

1354
01:12:06,257 --> 01:12:08,273
<i> Gracias.</i>

1355
01:12:08,368 --> 01:12:10,851
And a coquito.
Oh, I'm sorry to interrupt.

1356
01:12:10,945 --> 01:12:12,686
Oh, you could never.

1357
01:12:12,705 --> 01:12:15,614
Okay, you kids enjoy yourselves.

1358
01:12:15,766 --> 01:12:18,100
<i> Gracias.</i>

1359
01:12:18,193 --> 01:12:20,953
-Did she like it?
-Oh, she loved it.

1360
01:12:21,047 --> 01:12:23,697
Thank you so much for inviting
me and for teaching me

1361
01:12:23,791 --> 01:12:26,384
Everything that you have...

1362
01:12:26,535 --> 01:12:30,203
I just, I want you to know that
no matter what happens tomorrow,

1363
01:12:30,297 --> 01:12:33,057
I have immense respect for you.

1364
01:12:34,802 --> 01:12:37,395
That means a lot
coming from you.

1365
01:12:37,546 --> 01:12:40,122
And I-I feel the same way.

1366
01:12:40,141 --> 01:12:43,459
And thank you for being honest
with me about your restaurant.

1367
01:12:43,552 --> 01:12:46,821
I should probably
be honest, too.

1368
01:12:50,818 --> 01:12:53,244
I kind of lied to get this job.

1369
01:12:53,395 --> 01:12:56,229
Actually, I-I didn't lie,
pilar did, on my resume.

1370
01:12:56,323 --> 01:12:59,417
I have never been
to culinary school.

1371
01:12:59,644 --> 01:13:01,419
I know.

1372
01:13:01,570 --> 01:13:03,312
I mean,
you never had a sous chef,

1373
01:13:03,405 --> 01:13:04,830
You've never been
in a commercial kitchen,

1374
01:13:04,924 --> 01:13:07,073
It was pretty obvious.

1375
01:13:07,093 --> 01:13:08,509
Are you upset?

1376
01:13:09,503 --> 01:13:12,838
No. Not at all.

1377
01:13:12,990 --> 01:13:14,598
So what if you haven't had
formal training?

1378
01:13:14,825 --> 01:13:16,508
You clearly have learned
from the best.

1379
01:13:16,602 --> 01:13:19,995
And if anything, that just makes
it all the more impressive.

1380
01:13:20,088 --> 01:13:21,513
Carmen, you're one
of the best chefs

1381
01:13:21,666 --> 01:13:24,516
That I've ever worked with.

1382
01:13:24,610 --> 01:13:28,687
Ahem, excuse me, um, we're
heading out to<i> la misa de gallo.</i>

1383
01:13:28,781 --> 01:13:31,507
-Are you two gonna join us?
-Is it midnight already?

1384
01:13:31,600 --> 01:13:33,451
You know what,
sorry, mami, I think

1385
01:13:33,602 --> 01:13:34,843
We have a really big day
tomorrow,

1386
01:13:34,937 --> 01:13:36,745
So I think we're just gonna
get going.

1387
01:13:37,865 --> 01:13:39,206
-Okay.
-Yeah.

1388
01:13:42,277 --> 01:13:44,203
We should go.
This has been great.

1389
01:13:44,297 --> 01:13:45,963
-Cheers.
-Cheers.

1390
01:13:50,361 --> 01:13:52,553
[instrumental music]

1391
01:13:56,050 --> 01:13:57,883
Hey.

1392
01:13:58,035 --> 01:14:00,311
Hey. How are you feelin'?

1393
01:14:00,538 --> 01:14:02,963
A little tired, but I'm okay.
How about you?

1394
01:14:02,982 --> 01:14:05,057
Same.

1395
01:14:05,151 --> 01:14:07,801
-Last night was a lot of fun.
-I know. I'm glad you came.

1396
01:14:07,820 --> 01:14:09,278
Me, too.

1397
01:14:12,158 --> 01:14:14,566
I got you a little somethin'.

1398
01:14:14,660 --> 01:14:16,327
W-what's this? Why...

1399
01:14:18,480 --> 01:14:20,313
I didn't think...
You didn't have to...

1400
01:14:20,407 --> 01:14:24,335
I figured a great chef
has to have a great chef coat.

1401
01:14:25,746 --> 01:14:28,230
-Jax!
-Merry christmas.

1402
01:14:28,323 --> 01:14:30,674
It's beautiful. Thank you.

1403
01:14:30,826 --> 01:14:33,418
Oh. I feel terrible,
I didn't get you anything.

1404
01:14:33,513 --> 01:14:35,070
It looks great on you.

1405
01:14:35,163 --> 01:14:37,014
-And don't worry about that.
-Except...

1406
01:14:37,165 --> 01:14:39,742
[chuckles]

1407
01:14:39,760 --> 01:14:41,352
-Carmen!
-Merry christmas, jax.

1408
01:14:41,503 --> 01:14:43,595
It's nothing, it's not much.
Just something silly.

1409
01:14:43,748 --> 01:14:46,081
You, last night was
the best christmas I've had

1410
01:14:46,100 --> 01:14:47,816
In a long time,
you already gave me that.

1411
01:14:51,105 --> 01:14:53,864
[instrumental music]

1412
01:14:58,704 --> 01:15:01,430
You...

1413
01:15:01,523 --> 01:15:03,615
-This is amazing, I love it.
-Yeah?

1414
01:15:03,709 --> 01:15:05,334
-Thank you.
-You're welcome.

1415
01:15:07,938 --> 01:15:10,789
-Should we get to work?
-Let's do it. Yeah.

1416
01:15:10,883 --> 01:15:12,624
Okay, so the vendor's
already brought our groceries,

1417
01:15:12,718 --> 01:15:14,293
So we should make sure
that everything's here.

1418
01:15:14,387 --> 01:15:16,202
The rest of the staff
should arrive by 11 o'clock,

1419
01:15:16,222 --> 01:15:18,781
Which gives us a little time
to figure out our assembly line.

1420
01:15:18,874 --> 01:15:21,784
-Oh, no.
-What? What's wrong?

1421
01:15:21,877 --> 01:15:24,228
My ingredients,
they're not here.

1422
01:15:24,455 --> 01:15:26,981
My ingredients,
my-my ingredients are not here.

1423
01:15:28,050 --> 01:15:30,383
You're joking.

1424
01:15:30,403 --> 01:15:33,295
Carmen, you did remember to put
in your order form, right?

1425
01:15:33,388 --> 01:15:36,632
Uh, yes, yes,
I-I think so. Maybe.

1426
01:15:36,725 --> 01:15:38,725
You promised me
that you did it the other night.

1427
01:15:38,744 --> 01:15:41,303
Carmen, I-I've literally
reminded you so many times.

1428
01:15:41,322 --> 01:15:43,972
We don't even have
half of what we need.

1429
01:15:43,991 --> 01:15:45,824
Uh, you know, I-I usually hand
pick my ingredients, you know?

1430
01:15:45,918 --> 01:15:47,993
I-I'll go to the market
and get everything that we need.

1431
01:15:48,087 --> 01:15:49,995
It's christmas, nothing's gonna
be open, and even if you

1432
01:15:50,089 --> 01:15:51,755
Could find a place, we don't
have that kind of time.

1433
01:15:51,982 --> 01:15:54,216
This is exactly
what I was afraid would happen.

1434
01:15:56,503 --> 01:15:59,263
Wow, really? I...

1435
01:15:59,490 --> 01:16:01,098
You know what,
I'll just leave then.

1436
01:16:01,325 --> 01:16:03,249
-You're just gonna leave?
-Yeah, I don't need to be here.

1437
01:16:03,344 --> 01:16:04,584
After everything
we've done here?

1438
01:16:04,678 --> 01:16:05,769
Yeah, you don't have
any ingredients

1439
01:16:05,996 --> 01:16:07,087
For a pastry chef,
so no pastry,

1440
01:16:07,106 --> 01:16:08,188
No chef.

1441
01:16:25,607 --> 01:16:28,292
[instrumental music]

1442
01:16:36,861 --> 01:16:37,801
[door opens]

1443
01:16:39,138 --> 01:16:43,031
Carmen? Are you okay?

1444
01:16:43,050 --> 01:16:45,367
Sue, um,
what are you doing here?

1445
01:16:45,460 --> 01:16:47,293
It's, uh, it's christmas day.

1446
01:16:47,388 --> 01:16:50,205
Honey, I have to pack this place
up and get it ready to go.

1447
01:16:50,224 --> 01:16:53,041
But what's wrong?

1448
01:16:53,060 --> 01:16:56,136
I ruined it.
I ruined everything, sue.

1449
01:16:56,230 --> 01:16:58,656
-I forgot the grocery list--
-can you hold on a second?

1450
01:16:58,807 --> 01:17:00,232
I don't understand.
What happened?

1451
01:17:00,384 --> 01:17:02,234
I didn't graduate
from a culinary school,

1452
01:17:02,386 --> 01:17:03,977
I'm never gonna be able to run
my own business.

1453
01:17:03,996 --> 01:17:06,071
-It'll fail, like me.
-Carmen, stop it!

1454
01:17:06,165 --> 01:17:08,891
Why, what's going on?

1455
01:17:08,909 --> 01:17:11,059
I forgot to order
the ingredients from the vendors

1456
01:17:11,078 --> 01:17:13,319
And now I have nothing
to make the pastries with.

1457
01:17:13,414 --> 01:17:17,490
<i> Ay, mijita.</i> Look around you.

1458
01:17:17,510 --> 01:17:19,902
You have an entire stock
of anything you need

1459
01:17:19,920 --> 01:17:22,921
To make any puerto rican pastry
you can imagine.

1460
01:17:23,073 --> 01:17:25,590
-Sue, I-I couldn't.
-You can.

1461
01:17:25,743 --> 01:17:27,743
And you're going to, honey.

1462
01:17:27,761 --> 01:17:30,354
We're<i> familia.</i>
And that's what we're here for.

1463
01:17:32,099 --> 01:17:34,433
Now go call your sister.<i> Dale!</i>

1464
01:17:34,585 --> 01:17:35,693
-Okay.
-You got this, honey.

1465
01:17:35,844 --> 01:17:37,027
Thank you.

1466
01:17:40,849 --> 01:17:43,033
[speaking in foreign language]

1467
01:18:00,202 --> 01:18:02,386
-You came back.
-Yes.

1468
01:18:02,537 --> 01:18:04,446
And we have everything
we need now.

1469
01:18:04,465 --> 01:18:08,708
And then some, so we can give it
carmen's fancy new spin.

1470
01:18:08,728 --> 01:18:10,635
We are missing the other
dessert, but I think we have

1471
01:18:10,730 --> 01:18:13,046
Everything we need to make
authentic tembleque.

1472
01:18:13,140 --> 01:18:15,791
I-I sorry, temble what?

1473
01:18:15,809 --> 01:18:19,236
It's an authentic puerto rican
coconut-based custard.

1474
01:18:19,387 --> 01:18:21,071
Now you'd better make some room
in this kitchen for us

1475
01:18:21,223 --> 01:18:22,981
So we can catch up
with you guys.

1476
01:18:23,075 --> 01:18:24,575
You heard the ladies,
let's move these stations down

1477
01:18:24,726 --> 01:18:26,243
And let's get to work!

1478
01:18:28,748 --> 01:18:31,540
[upbeat music]

1479
01:18:41,001 --> 01:18:45,320
<i> ♪ dashing through the snow</i>
<i> in a one-horse open sleigh ♪</i>

1480
01:18:45,413 --> 01:18:47,097
-She's here.
-There she is.

1481
01:18:47,249 --> 01:18:49,266
Well, hello, lovely,
good to see you.

1482
01:18:49,417 --> 01:18:51,393
-How are you?
-Always great to see you.

1483
01:18:53,514 --> 01:18:57,015
This is all so beautiful,
I cannot wait to try the menu.

1484
01:18:57,109 --> 01:18:59,443
Well, we're ready for you,
so right this way.

1485
01:18:59,594 --> 01:19:01,427
Thank you.

1486
01:19:01,447 --> 01:19:03,781
<i> ♪</i> jingle bells
<i> jingle all the way ♪</i>

1487
01:19:04,008 --> 01:19:08,786
And we are going to sit you
right here.

1488
01:19:08,937 --> 01:19:12,289
-May I take your coat?
-Appreciate it.

1489
01:19:13,125 --> 01:19:14,274
All right.

1490
01:19:14,368 --> 01:19:15,626
<i> ♪ oh what fun it is ♪</i>

1491
01:19:15,777 --> 01:19:17,461
We're very excited. Enjoy.

1492
01:19:23,193 --> 01:19:25,302
Hey.

1493
01:19:25,529 --> 01:19:26,470
I'm sorry about
what I said earlier.

1494
01:19:26,621 --> 01:19:28,530
I was just frustrated.

1495
01:19:28,549 --> 01:19:31,216
It's okay. You know what?

1496
01:19:31,310 --> 01:19:34,553
I finally realized
what was missing from the menu.

1497
01:19:34,705 --> 01:19:36,629
Oh, yeah?

1498
01:19:36,649 --> 01:19:38,482
We've been cooking together
as a team,

1499
01:19:38,709 --> 01:19:40,559
And when I cook,
I always cook with my heart,

1500
01:19:40,711 --> 01:19:41,968
Leaning into what inspires me.

1501
01:19:42,062 --> 01:19:44,112
But I finally realized...

1502
01:19:44,990 --> 01:19:47,324
That's you, jax.

1503
01:19:47,475 --> 01:19:51,553
You inspire me
to boost what I do,

1504
01:19:51,572 --> 01:19:55,315
To elevate myself as a chef,
as a businesswoman.

1505
01:19:55,409 --> 01:19:58,651
I-I wanna win over these guests
and anna maria garza.

1506
01:19:58,745 --> 01:20:00,629
I wanna win sue's cafe.

1507
01:20:02,733 --> 01:20:04,916
And if I'm being
completely honest,

1508
01:20:05,010 --> 01:20:06,802
I wanna win you.

1509
01:20:08,663 --> 01:20:10,739
You did that day one,

1510
01:20:10,757 --> 01:20:12,757
When you dumped your cookies
all over me.

1511
01:20:12,910 --> 01:20:14,409
And then salsaed
into this kitchen and told me

1512
01:20:14,428 --> 01:20:15,644
To get out of your way.

1513
01:20:18,190 --> 01:20:20,190
So, yeah.

1514
01:20:20,342 --> 01:20:21,817
Let's go win this thing
together.

1515
01:20:24,755 --> 01:20:25,654
Okay.

1516
01:20:35,023 --> 01:20:36,874
[indistinct chatter]

1517
01:20:37,025 --> 01:20:40,268
Wow! This looks rather--

1518
01:20:40,287 --> 01:20:43,029
-Cohesive. And delectable!!
-Yes! Cohesive.

1519
01:20:43,123 --> 01:20:44,773
Merry christmas, you guys!

1520
01:20:44,866 --> 01:20:45,941
-Merry christmas.
-Merry christmas.

1521
01:20:45,959 --> 01:20:46,866
And I see you have a little

1522
01:20:46,960 --> 01:20:47,959
Tasting here for us.

1523
01:20:48,112 --> 01:20:49,386
-Shall we?
-Yes.

1524
01:20:53,467 --> 01:20:55,634
-Mm!
-Mm!

1525
01:20:55,786 --> 01:20:57,561
-So good.
-It is perfect.

1526
01:20:57,788 --> 01:21:00,122
-All of it is so perfect.
-Thank you.

1527
01:21:00,140 --> 01:21:03,475
So, what changed?

1528
01:21:03,627 --> 01:21:05,235
Well, when you look
at our ingredients, you see

1529
01:21:05,387 --> 01:21:07,887
That they're mixed together and
they create a beautiful fusion

1530
01:21:07,907 --> 01:21:10,298
Of perfectly-paired entrees
and desserts.

1531
01:21:10,317 --> 01:21:11,724
And we didn't start
from scratch, all we did was

1532
01:21:11,744 --> 01:21:13,559
Blend our ingredients
to slightly alter

1533
01:21:13,654 --> 01:21:15,228
The existing dishes.

1534
01:21:15,247 --> 01:21:16,729
Right here we have
our roasted pork,

1535
01:21:16,749 --> 01:21:18,657
That's the mofongo and lechon.

1536
01:21:18,751 --> 01:21:21,567
And our personal pot pie,
made with<i> morcilla.</i>

1537
01:21:21,587 --> 01:21:23,253
Mm-hm, and we also reduced
our portions

1538
01:21:23,480 --> 01:21:25,589
So that they're smaller,
the empanadas,

1539
01:21:25,740 --> 01:21:28,091
So our guests can enjoy to eat
and mingle at the same time.

1540
01:21:28,243 --> 01:21:30,168
And so they save room
for our delectable desserts

1541
01:21:30,320 --> 01:21:31,987
Like you just tried, our temb...

1542
01:21:32,080 --> 01:21:33,931
<i> -Tembleque.</i>
-Yes, that.

1543
01:21:35,659 --> 01:21:38,418
Well, okay then, let's serve.

1544
01:21:38,512 --> 01:21:39,937
[instrumental music]

1545
01:21:42,015 --> 01:21:43,589
Can you grab those two
and take them out?

1546
01:21:43,609 --> 01:21:44,849
Up by table seven.

1547
01:21:45,002 --> 01:21:47,736
[indistinct chatter]

1548
01:21:49,523 --> 01:21:50,447
This is exciting.

1549
01:21:50,598 --> 01:21:51,949
[indistinct chatter]

1550
01:22:08,542 --> 01:22:11,301
[instrumental music]

1551
01:22:18,310 --> 01:22:20,793
She loves our food.
Anna garza loves our food.

1552
01:22:20,813 --> 01:22:23,313
-Looks like we pulled it off.
-We did it.

1553
01:22:37,888 --> 01:22:40,722
-Hey, congrats,<i> hermanita.</i>
-Hey. Thank you.

1554
01:22:40,815 --> 01:22:42,499
I-I could not have done it
without you.

1555
01:22:42,650 --> 01:22:45,076
No, you couldn't, and when
you get a new job from this

1556
01:22:45,229 --> 01:22:47,746
And you're finally able
to open up a place of your own,

1557
01:22:47,898 --> 01:22:50,674
I expect a job
as your full-time barista?

1558
01:22:50,825 --> 01:22:52,751
-Deal. I love you.
-Oi.

1559
01:22:52,903 --> 01:22:54,236
I love you, too.
I'll see you at home, okay?

1560
01:22:54,254 --> 01:22:55,345
Thank you.

1561
01:22:57,924 --> 01:22:59,499
[indistinct chatter]

1562
01:22:59,518 --> 01:23:01,334
Oh, thank you.

1563
01:23:01,353 --> 01:23:04,246
Guess we have
a new dynamic dinner duo.

1564
01:23:04,339 --> 01:23:06,081
I'm just kidding,
I'm just kidding.

1565
01:23:06,174 --> 01:23:07,766
I'm glad
you two could pull it off.

1566
01:23:07,918 --> 01:23:09,751
Carmen,
you're an incredible chef

1567
01:23:09,770 --> 01:23:11,677
And it was a pleasure
working with you today.

1568
01:23:11,697 --> 01:23:14,531
Thank you. I really appreciate
that, ben. Same to you.

1569
01:23:14,758 --> 01:23:16,033
Thanks for all your help today,
man.

1570
01:23:19,204 --> 01:23:22,447
Look at you two!
The stars of the night.

1571
01:23:22,599 --> 01:23:24,541
The menu was a massive hit.

1572
01:23:24,692 --> 01:23:26,192
All the guests
are raving about it.

1573
01:23:26,211 --> 01:23:27,860
Anna.

1574
01:23:27,880 --> 01:23:29,695
I was just telling the chefs
the good news.

1575
01:23:29,715 --> 01:23:32,049
Let me introduce you
to carmen and jax.

1576
01:23:32,200 --> 01:23:34,217
Anna garza. Pleasure.

1577
01:23:34,369 --> 01:23:35,794
It's so nice to meet you,
ms. Garza.

1578
01:23:35,946 --> 01:23:38,388
[anna] oh, please, call me anna.
And congrats.

1579
01:23:38,540 --> 01:23:40,949
I truly enjoyed
your entire menu.

1580
01:23:40,967 --> 01:23:43,376
You two are both very talented.

1581
01:23:43,470 --> 01:23:46,546
Wow, thank you, anna. That
means the world coming from you.

1582
01:23:46,565 --> 01:23:49,791
It really was a lovely event,
you did not disappoint.

1583
01:23:49,810 --> 01:23:51,217
[anna] thank you so much.
It was good to see you.

1584
01:23:51,236 --> 01:23:53,795
See you. Bye.

1585
01:23:53,814 --> 01:23:56,981
So listen, we've already had
several restaurant owners

1586
01:23:57,076 --> 01:23:59,576
And investors inquiring
about you two this evening.

1587
01:23:59,803 --> 01:24:01,986
We are so proud of you both,
I can't wait to see

1588
01:24:02,081 --> 01:24:04,306
Where your careers are
by this time next year.

1589
01:24:04,324 --> 01:24:07,918
The possibilities are going to
be endless. Just wait and see.

1590
01:24:08,069 --> 01:24:10,328
[shirley] and I have to admit,
I'm not surprised at all.

1591
01:24:10,422 --> 01:24:12,923
I didn't doubt you two
for one single moment.

1592
01:24:13,150 --> 01:24:15,258
And after we tasted
your dishes tonight,

1593
01:24:15,485 --> 01:24:17,836
We realized what your
other dishes were missing.

1594
01:24:17,988 --> 01:24:19,245
Your hearts.

1595
01:24:19,339 --> 01:24:20,931
But you two put everything

1596
01:24:21,082 --> 01:24:22,674
Into tonight's plates.

1597
01:24:22,768 --> 01:24:24,993
It really showed.

1598
01:24:25,011 --> 01:24:27,178
Thank you both so very much.

1599
01:24:27,331 --> 01:24:29,514
Oh, thank you! We are so happy.

1600
01:24:29,608 --> 01:24:32,091
It truly was an honor.

1601
01:24:32,185 --> 01:24:33,276
-Let's go.
-Bye.

1602
01:24:36,340 --> 01:24:39,074
[instrumental music]

1603
01:24:44,623 --> 01:24:46,848
We did it!

1604
01:24:46,941 --> 01:24:49,292
-You are amazing.
-Thank you, jax.

1605
01:24:54,207 --> 01:24:58,951
We did forget to cross one thing
off our list, though.

1606
01:24:59,045 --> 01:25:01,696
-What's that?
-Well...

1607
01:25:01,715 --> 01:25:06,309
I mean, I know we had discussed
finding a, uh,

1608
01:25:06,536 --> 01:25:09,312
Well, a tree-topper,
so I thought maybe...

1609
01:25:10,557 --> 01:25:12,149
Really, a mistletoe?

1610
01:25:14,561 --> 01:25:16,653
<i> Feliz navidad,</i> carmen.

1611
01:25:16,804 --> 01:25:18,280
Merry christmas, jax.

1612
01:25:19,474 --> 01:25:22,159
[instrumental music]

1613
01:25:48,353 --> 01:25:51,146
[music continues]

1614
01:26:06,854 --> 01:26:09,539
[upbeat music]

1615
01:26:14,696 --> 01:26:17,380
[singing in foreign language]

1616
01:26:47,654 --> 01:26:50,413
[singing continues]

1617
01:27:20,353 --> 01:27:23,113
[singing continues]

1618
01:27:40,540 --> 01:27:43,300
[instrumental music]