The chapter explores the author's journey of writing about Mario Batali during the Me Too movement, facing online harassment and hate mail post-essay publication, and the decision to disengage from social media due to relentless abuse. It delves into dining disasters at a Michelin starred restaurant, clashes over cultural understanding and expertise, and ethical dilemmas when confronted with abuse allegations against a chef. Moreover, it addresses prevalent issues of sexual harassment in the food industry, gender inequalities, and historical discriminatory practices against women in dining establishments.

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