The Thrill returns

I did say, that I'm not for competitions, but, I have to admit, there is such a thrill, an adrenaline rush, when you get that coveted medal, in repayment for all the hard work, cringing, cold sweat, blood and tears. Of course, what more, being a female in a very-male-dominated world....

And then, you hear of good news such as this:

See Lay Na of Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur and her assistant, Mandy Goh.

Read all about it here.

*breathes in awe*

What more, to realise that the judges are Paul Bocuse, and *gasp* Thomas Keller!!! Not forgetting the other glitterati of the cooking world, but.... Mr. Keller! *AWE*