And it turns out, being married to a chef is the same, no matter where you live. For the most part, I feel like a single mom, she says. Its more than a loneliness; its like a feeling of aloneness. Most of the time, youre not with your spouse, the person you want to share everything with.

Do chefs gain weight?

Professional chefs know exactly what thats like, because they do it every day. They face some unique challenges, like being around delicious food all the time. Add in a stressful job and late hours, and you have a recipe for weight gain.