What is a "Door Whore"?
A "Door Whore", in restaurant lingo, refers to the woman who greets you upon entering a dining establishment. However, Ivy Zingara is not just any bimbo smiling behind a podium; she is the brains and passion, the very heart and soul of Sentimento - a four-star, fine dining establishment.
Julian Romano, Julian's restaurant, NYC
"a most enjoyable read and accurate glimpse of the behind the scenes at a successful restaurant with the added bonus of being told from a woman's perspective"
Stefanie Shaffer, author "Heroes Don't Always Wear Capes"
"Witty, sincere and tons of fun, The Door Whore is fiction at it's best.
This is a must read for foodies and wannabe restaurant owners!"
Debra Gaynor, reviewyourbook.com
This is an incredibly funny book. I will never eat out again without thinking of what drama is going on in the kitchen. Thank you for a good laugh and a behind-the-scenes look at the restaurant business.
a dark comedy about the restaurant business
Available for Book Signings
"The Door Whore" is a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes comedy, drama and everyday insanity that goes on in every restaurant.
Special thanks to everyone who turned out for Fern's second book signing at the Holmdel, NJ Barnes & Noble.
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Fern Esposito had long dreamed of owning a restaurant, so when that dream came true a few years ago, she named her restaurant "Sogno."
Sogno means "dream" in Italian. But Esposito was soon to learn that, in reality, even wonderful dreams can have their nightmare aspects.
Nevertheless, Esposito has no regrets about the four years she spent in the restaurant business.