Expectation 1: You will be able to cook a perfect soufflé in 10 minutes.
Reality: You will set off the fire alarm.
Expectation 2: You will be a renowned food critic, feared by chefs and revered by diners.
Reality: You will be a 22-year-old intern at a local blog who eats free samples.
Expectation 3: You will have the perfect recipe for success.
Or so you thought.