Hi everyone, it's Lil' Osito Bear again. As many of you know, I’ve been hosting the Cow by Bear dinners over the last month. I’ve really enjoyed myself but I must say that, as a cub, this is the most human interaction I’ve ever had in my whole life!
Maybe I’m a bit of a socialized beginner, but when I’m cheffing these dinners I try my best to smile, give bear hugs, and wave to the humans I’m interacting with. But there always seems to be a little miscommunication – a smile looks like a snarl to some, a wave is a warning, and a hug can be taken as a sign of aggression?!
I learned in school recently that many people tend to interpret bear actions based on their own fears. We had a guest speaker, bear expert Dr. Lynn Rogers, who said that fearful humans often perceive any noise as a growl, a glance as a threatening glare, and even a bear approaching them as an imminent threat. I couldn't believe what I was hearing! Listen, if I’m charging rapidly toward you with a distracted look on my face, it’s most likely that I’m trying to quickly drop a plate of fresh Shiitake Mushroom Cóctel in front of you while also ensuring that the carne asada that’s grilling in the back for the main course stays tender.
So next time you’re interacting with a cooking bear and feel a little fearful, I’d suggest sitting back and thinking about what this might say about yourself. And then drink some of that delicious wine that has been thoughtfully paired with your meal and – RELAX. The more you can learn about bears and how they behave, the less likely you will be to have a negative experience or misinterpret our interactions.
All that said, I still feel bad for anyone I’ve (accidentally) scared recently so I’m offering a 20% off code for all of our April dinners with the code APRILSHOWERS. Join us to experience my Mexico City-inspired menu for just a short time longer.
