"Oh, yeah, that's really good advice. Thank you. I'll make sure." The advice is truly appreciated, to be sure, but Max is much more excited about the first part of what they have offered.

"I would be so honored if you would let me invade your kitchen sometimes. And if you want any pointers I'd be happy to show you anything. I was most of the way through culinary school before I had to drop out to go live with Erik. I know tons of trade secrets."