I opened The Fieldston 15 years ago, it was with a bang.
I remember standing out in my parking lot, every space filled, viewing the silhouettes of all the new patrons enjoying a night of culinary delight. I was also delighted. My dream had come true, success.
A euphoric feeling embraced my entire being. Oh, what a night!
Fifteen years have passed, lots of ups and downs, gains and losses, happy times not so happy times.
You could say a microcosm of life. Well anyway, 15 years to the night I stepped outside to my parking lot, not so filled, and viewed the silhouettes of a handful of loyal patrons. What no euphoria! Had I lost that lovin’ feeling? Since, several days have passed, thoughts and feelings have been explored and I’ve dug a little deeper. An attitude adjustment surfaced. I stepped outside to my parking lot late the other night, not a space filled, and to my surprise, if only for a few fleeting moments, euphoria. The passion still exists only hidden by the obstacles on the way to success. I’m ready to take the next hurdle.
What I’ve learned from this ongoing experience is overnight success takes 15 years, but only with passion, hard work and an unlimited supporting cast of family, friends, staff, loyal patrons and a little surprise inspiration.
I thank all of you for helping me fulfill a dream.
If you would like to know more about The Fieldston’s history, click here.
If you would like to try my simple to make, monthly appeteaser, click here.
Jan Perrin
I have been a patron at the Fieldston for over ten years now and what first drew me to this elegant establishment continues to bring me back year after year; the people and the food. The staff are always friendly and inviting. The 'regulars' are always fun and interesting. The food is always fresh, uniquely prepared, and delicious. I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant.
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Marshfield
Your chocolate cheesecake Sunday night should be illegal. That would make another law that I will break.
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