Raw Truths of A Chef's Life

Addiction, Passion and The Lessons That Saved Me

Moses Hernandez

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Moses Hernandez
01 July 2025

Coping with drug & alcohol abuse; Cookery, food & drink; Cooking for parties; Parties, etiquette & entertaining

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

From the Bronx to high volume kitchens, from addiction to recovery, from heartbreak to hope - Chef Moses Hernandez has lived a life behind the line few could imagine. In this raw, deeply personal memoir, Hernandez takes you on a journey through the heat of the kitchen and the chaos of his own struggles.

With honesty as sharp as a chef's knife, he lays bare the price of passion: the sacrifices, the scars, the broken dreams, and the small victories that gave him the strength to keep going. From culinary school highs to moments of crushing loss, from finding love for food to losing - and rebuilding - love for himself, this book is an unflinching portrait of what it really takes to build a life in the kitchen.

More than a memoir, Raw Truths from a Chef's Life is a testament to character, grit, and the human spirit. For anyone who has ever wondered what goes on behind the swinging doors - or inside the heart of a chef - this is a story of resilience, growth, and the healing power of food.

Advance Praise for Raw Truths from a Chef's Life

""Authentic, honest, the real deal. I couldn't put it down."" - Friend & Bandmate

""You truly inspire those around you."" - Mentor and Professional Chef

""Your resilience is incredibly inspiring."" - Current Boss and Food Service Management Professional

""Such a great read - we will all relate to this."" - Chef Friend and Colleague

""This book is filled with encouragement, laughter, and love."" - Aunt

""It needs to be printed, signed, and on every chef's shelf."" - Professional Chef Colleague

""A blooming Anthony Bourdain in the making."" - Mentor and Professional Chef

By: Moses Hernandez
Imprint: Moses Hernandez
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 213g
ISBN: 9798231795703
Pages: 180
Publication Date: 01 July 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Moses Hernandez is a professional chef, mentor, and storyteller with nearly three decades in the culinary industry. Born and raised in the South Bronx, Moses built his passion for food from family kitchens filled with love and tradition. Over the years, he has led diverse teams in hospitals, private schools, and corporate food service, always guided by a deep respect for the craft and the people who practice it. A survivor of addiction and an advocate for personal growth, Moses uses his journey to inspire others, proving that purpose, perseverance, and a little humor can light the way forward. When he isn't creating memorable meals, he enjoys sharing his art, supporting young chefs, and celebrating the power of second chances.