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Kissing Over the Rainbow

February 08, 2007

When asked to talk about my first kiss, I had to ask which one….guy or girl? I guess I always knew I was rainbow but I didn’t come over to the other side until my early 30’s, but that’s a whole 'nother story.

So, my first kiss with a girl was in high school with a gal named Jill ( she was a cute Japanese gal), it was cute and very innocent and I still remember it today. I think there may have been other kisses at spin the bottle, but I am only counting the one I remember as I like the real deal.

My first rainbow kiss didn’t happen until after college and I must have been about 26 years old. I had a bunch of college friends over for dinner and drinks and my friend KK invited a guy friend of hers down to my pad in Newport Beach. It was funny because I felt a vibe with him but it was all new to me, so anyways everyone left after the party and I said ‘goodbye’ to this guy as well. About 20 minutes later, there was a knock at my door and surprise the guy was back for some action. We made out and had some fun, it was my first guy to guy thing and it was fun ... Those were the days.

Comments

#1 Dave fan!!! wrote:

This season was so boring without you - in both the culinary and personality department!! My core group of friends are all going to New York this summer (none of us have ever been there) and I would be super excited if your restaurant Lola's is up and running! I grew up with a chef for a dad in a very "foodie" family. Out of all of the chefs in both seasons, your restaurant is the only one I would go out of my way to dine in!

Best wishes to you in all of your endeavors!

posted at February 8, 2007 11:18 PM

elaine wrote:

Marcel was set up. All they wanted was a good rating for the end of the show. The judges made it clear from day one they would not want him to win.ilan is such a suck up.

posted at February 10, 2007 09:59 PM

Carolina wrote:

Hi Dave, I´m a brazilian girl, and i´m ur big fan! My english used to be better LoL. Me and my family watched Top Chef, for us, you were the Champion, 'cause nobody there was like you...so nice, so cute and honest! I really loved the way how u were with Tif ( oh God, she´s so boring!!!) (lol) You are great!!!!!!! Ur food remind us the brazilian food, spice food ;-). God bless you, wish u good luck and still like u are...so, so special! In portuguese: VOCE ARRASA!!!!!( You´re the best!)

posted at February 14, 2007 01:32 AM

gypsy wrote:

So, tell us, Dave, when was your LAST rainbow kiss? LOL!

Seriously, I missed you on Top Chef and hope they find a way to bring you back for something sometime. You were really a bright spot in that show and I think you'd be great on TV doing a cooking show or at least hosting one.

But I'm prejudiced. My best friend had a crush on you. He doesn't anymore but that's another issue.

I'm just a poor, ol' fag hag but I still adore you, doll.

posted at February 14, 2007 03:49 PM

Mark wrote:

Happy Valentine's day Dave!!! Well, how was my first kiss? I'ts somewhat funny because nobody in my family knows I'm gay... so one day I invited my boyfriend to my house, because my parents where out of the city, and it was the first time he came to my house and the first time we had a moment for ourselves, with nobody around, so he just entered the house hugged me and putted his mouth in a kissing position but, because it was my first kiss, I was like "mmm.....not now" and, as I could, slipped through his arms and went running to the kitchen, when he got to where I was he was all ashamed, as me, and just said to me "ok, sorry, whenever you're ready", so I felt bad for him and I said "Well, I'm ready" and we kissed like for 10 seconds and I began laughing and laughing and couldn't stop laughing, "I don't know how to kiss" I told him, and he just said "Well, you kiss too well for your first time, it was great", and I was like awww... It was so cool...

posted at February 15, 2007 12:42 AM

Cris wrote:

I really liked Marcel. He was my favorite, not because he was the underdog but because I felt he did his best throughout the competition. Yes, he made a lot of foams on his dishes but I thought it added to the presentation. It really irritated me when people like Betty, Sam, Ilan, and Elia said that Marcel has no respect in the kitchen. He DID have respect in the kitchen as well as to his fellow competitors!!! They were all yelling and cussing to his face, but Marcel took it all in. Sure he was mad at their remarks , but he didn't flare back at them. He is a true professional to his craft. I wish him the very best!!!

posted at February 15, 2007 08:03 PM

Reinaldo wrote:

I couldn't believe when you left the show. In the final round, Thiffany's dishes had always been worst then yours and Harold's, that's why I think It wasn't fair. But Justice finally showed up when Harold got the most wanted award.
You and Harold showed that it's possible to be competitive with loyalty and dignity.
Congratulations for your integrity.
Reinaldo
Brasilia, Brazil

posted at February 16, 2007 06:38 AM

Mark wrote:

Ah Dave, it has been boring without you and Stephen, too. I just wish you'da plopped down a tin of caviar and went against Harold. That would have been a better finale. Sigh!

This cast of characters, except Marcel and perhaps Sam and Elia, were a bunch of childish ##$%@#^... Don't get me started. I've love to see you and Marcel on your own show. Now that'd be interesting though I'm not sure tempermentwise you'd be good together in the kitchen. But you both are bursting with creativity. You, Marcel and Stephen! What a combo! ;-)

posted at February 26, 2007 09:13 AM

Linda wrote:

I thought that he was a cry baby - but I also think that he'd make a good chef one day.

posted at March 9, 2007 09:38 PM

amy wrote:

Why did these people win?????? Or come close. I wish you were a guest judge, or one of the "real judges". Anyone would have been better then Padma. I miss your sincerity an just plain bluntness. This season was more into ratings as far as I'm concerned. Oh and pretty dresses. You poured your heart and soul into everything and I truly respect you for that. PLLLLLLLLLLEEEASSSSSE bring it back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

posted at March 19, 2007 11:52 PM

Rachel wrote:

For some stupid reason I watched the OC housewives reunion on Bravo, and all I could think about is darn, I miss Dave on tv! I love your blog. I wish Bravo would wise up and give you a show.

posted at March 24, 2007 09:44 PM

B wrote:

Miss you .... blog us soon.

posted at March 27, 2007 10:15 PM

Charles Otis wrote:

Dave: I'm a musician in Hawthorne, Florida and a huge fan of top Chef and Project Runway. During your season I was inspired by a nick name you were given by the judges. It was "Pepper Monkey". It spawned a song and it's probably one of my most favorite tunes I've written. If you like to hear it you can navigated to my Acid Planet page.
It's
(http://www.acidplanet.com/artist.asp?songs=327639&T=154)

I hope you like it

Charley

posted at April 8, 2007 08:40 PM

Dave Fan wrote:

Hi Dave! You are awesome,!! You really made the show fun, and the last season was no where near as exciting or as funny as when you were on. I agree with another person's post- Top Chef needs to bring you back somehow!
Hope you're crankin' out the food somewhere you love because you made fabulous dishes!!
So are you staying in touch with Tiff??? LOL!!

posted at April 13, 2007 08:03 AM

scott dow wrote:

DAVE YOU #$%King ROCK your passion for food and love of it just shows your feeling's for it
come back to the show and show them all how it's done you pepper monkey you LOL

posted at April 18, 2007 09:11 PM

Angela wrote:

Dave,

First off let me give you a big hug from Minnesota. You made the show! I could watch the Dave/Tiffany fights over and over. You really got under her skin! She was the most unfriendly wannabe chef I have ever seen. I hope things have been going well for you because you deserve it. You are funny, sexy and sweet...I luv it! I hope to see you again on the show. I think they should have you on for the next competition. I liked the show you guys were in better than the second. The second had some freak hostess and the contestants were BORING! Give DAVE his own show PLEASE!!!!! Take care and Good luck you are a sweetie!

posted at April 19, 2007 01:30 AM

Danielle wrote:

Dave you are such an encouragement to me since you appeared on top chef. I lost my mom march 11 of 06 and on the days when i needed encouragement i would watch the episodes that i had recorded to tivo. My mom used to laugh at me for watching reality tv i used to tell her you never know what you cn learn from watching you i learned that its ok to show emotions and if you tell someone off the right way it can be good for a laugh

posted at April 19, 2007 06:39 PM

Erin wrote:

LOVE YOU DAVE! I bought the T-Shirt (I'm not your Bitch BITCH) and I love it. You are an excellent Chef. Thank you for your excellence and expertise!
Erin
Kansas City

posted at April 24, 2007 11:10 PM

Cassie Brat wrote:

Dave- I have to say that out of both seasons of Top Chef, you are my absolute favorite! I think you are an absolutely amazing chef. You have a beautiful spirit and I would love to eat in your restaurant one day. I too have one of the "I'm not your Bitch, BITCH" shirts and I absolutely love it. People ask me where I got it because they have never seen a shirt like that before. I wish you great success in all your future ventures! God bless and never stop smiling, because your smile lights up the room..

Cassie

posted at May 3, 2007 02:42 AM

Ron wrote:

Dave

You were one of the best from the show. I hope you have been doing great since then!! Your passion and dedication to cooking is inspiring.

Ronb

posted at June 3, 2007 05:15 PM

Kim wrote:

Dave, Top Chef season 2 was not the same without you. I tell everybody about Dave "The Pepper Monkey" and your Mac and Cheese with the black truffle, it sounds amazing. Did you get another job in the kitchen or have you decided to stick with catering? Newport Beach could use someone like you and your talent. You are an incredible person and I hope I hear great things about you in the future...
Kim

posted at June 4, 2007 01:45 AM

Taj wrote:

Dave!
I just called Lola is Soul to make a reservation, but they said you no longer work there. Are you still in NYC? I want you to layer the flavors on and on and on! Where should I make my reservation?
Taj

posted at June 6, 2007 09:19 PM

Erin Gillum wrote:

Dave, I think you are the shit! Why did you give Tiffany your dessert recipe? I know you were trying to be a team playa, but damn! No, seriously, I love your attitude! I still think you should've won. Her high roller recipes were mediocre!? Anywho, good luck to you.
Erin

posted at June 6, 2007 11:44 PM

Kerry Branche wrote:

After reading your blog about season 2 contesants you must be the authority on drama! I personally find it disgusting to watch the feminine attitude and drama that you display on the program.

posted at June 7, 2007 12:37 AM

Cheryl wrote:

Hi Dave, Like Kim,I too miss you.Every time I watch Top Chef 2 reruns,I keep hoping that your outcome is differint.Dave I realy need to know where are you are using your talent. I would love to enjoy your cooking.

posted at June 7, 2007 07:38 AM

Clif L-R wrote:

Hi Dave: It was great to see you again last night on the TC Reunion; you're just as sexy as ever! Hope all is going well in your life. No surprise, though, that Season One was the winner. I won't be watching Season Three; Season Two was just too messed up. (Give us an update on yourself when you have a chance!)

posted at June 7, 2007 08:26 AM

michael pistory wrote:

dave i just hafta say i just finished wathcing season 1 , i had only ever seen season 2 , and season 2 was seriously nothing liek ur season .. u made it .. ur emotional, and ur love for life and ur passion for food , was outstanding .. it was so regretable to see u didnt win .. u r a spectacular person and i hope great things are coming to u ... ps .. ur a cutie

posted at June 7, 2007 12:15 PM

Eeyore wrote:

I just want you to know that my daughter and I finally bonded over something.. our total love for you!!! You mac & cheese left our mouths watering... I downloaded the recipe and we are waiting for that special occasion to cook it together!!
It was so great to read that you have a restaurant in NY now! We are in MA and I have promised my daughter that at the first opportunity we will drive to NY and eat there. She can't wait!!

And... just so you know... it isn't just men... my first kiss with a boy was when I was about 12 and his name was David. But my first kiss with a woman was far more memorable and her neame was Hope. Either way... there is always a bit of hope in all of us.
Keep it true Dave!!!!

posted at June 7, 2007 10:17 PM

Jo wrote:

Dave, my sister and I just finished watching season 1, you were great and I believe you should have beat Tiffiani out. Her attitude sucked! It would have been really tough between you and Harold. I love how you layer with flavor, I love to cook, its a passion. You have such passion for food. Good luck you are Top Chef with me

posted at June 9, 2007 04:54 PM

Michael wrote:

Hey Dave!

I'd kiss ya!

posted at June 10, 2007 01:09 AM

Janice wrote:

Hi Dave!
I LOVED you on season 1. I watched the show over and over again while I was in the hospital waiting to give birth to my 3rd child. Your season will always hold a special place in my heart because of that, but also because your season was the most real. And your crazy fun personality brought so much to the show. The baby is now 13 months and watches the reruns with me. :) Thanks for the great memories! Please come back to Top Chef!

posted at June 10, 2007 12:08 PM

Ben wrote:

My birthday is actually 3 days after valentines day.So,with that being kept in mind memories of a first kiss are always funny.I'm writing you because people like you need to be on tv.Funny,creative, assertive, articulate and very sexy. For all of these reasons I feel that you are someone that younger gay guys need to see,well younger people in general. I would not mind sharing some tongue action with you dave!
Ben

posted at June 10, 2007 05:11 PM

Jessica wrote:

Dave! You were the best part of top chef! A guy that I totally wanted to be friends with. Not to mention your horribly funny quote "I'm not your bitch, bitch."

posted at June 11, 2007 01:09 AM

Fanny wrote:

Hi Dave,
I'm a big fan and loved you on the show. I was so sad to see you get eleminated. You were one of th enice guys and who played the game well and only needed to trust your gift not sneeky behavoir. bravo! What are you up to today?

posted at June 12, 2007 08:43 AM

Genie wrote:

Dave,..honey, I think that you are amazing. We need more Daves in the world. Kisses.

posted at June 12, 2007 01:59 PM

Not So Fast Cowboy wrote:

stumbled on this blog totally by accident (was googling for compromising pics of Andy Cohen)

but wait just a minute....

I am shocked SHOCKED to see that David Martin was a homosexual. :-)

posted at June 12, 2007 03:27 PM

Sherry Collins-McGrann wrote:

Hey Dave, remember when we cooked spaghetti in the basement kitchen in Anderson Hall???? I am still BFF with Lisa and talk to Di sometimes too. Though I have been living in the Baltimore area for the last 14 years. Cooking is a big part of my life too. I'm so glad to see you did something with it. You were awesome on the show! Love, Sher

posted at June 13, 2007 02:45 PM

Kit wrote:

Hi Dave.
i didn't watch Top Chef Season 1 at all.
I started with Top Chef season 2, and i was like wow with their cooking and i wish i could remotely cook like them. Then i got hold of the Pre-season3 episode.. and they put both of the season together for a huge massacre... .and here i am watching the whole Season 1.. and hoping you will win.. although i already know Harold is the winner.. but i still can't understand the tears.. but then that's part of you. and that's what makes u special...
wish you all the success in life :D

Kit

posted at June 13, 2007 07:48 PM

KK wrote:

Dave - Carrie V was in town last night and brought me up to speed on your amazing success. I am so happy for you!

Would love to have dinner and catch up and find out which guy friend of mine fell for you so many years ago.

XOXO, KK

posted at June 28, 2007 06:04 PM

hoyf wrote:

Dave,

Great to see you doing so well ! My wife and I are huge fans of Top Chef. I remember fondly the food provided by you after the Orange Mill had closed at the "U of R". Stay "crazy" !!

Hoyf

posted at July 17, 2007 03:52 AM

Vicky wrote:

Hey Dave,

Every time I watched Top Chef during your season, I would get hungry watching you cook.

Forget: knife skills, presentation, execution, or originality, I would chose your dishes over the others simply based on the "nummy" factor alone. You're munchie food looked kickin.

You have a nice smile, and your tears are sweet.

posted at July 26, 2007 03:19 AM

Kim H wrote:

Dave I have watched all the Bravo contest shows and you are without a doubt one of the most memorable cast members of all time. You definitaly deserved to be in the finale. I also want to commend you for your demonstation of character. Your helping Tiffany was a shinning example of the bible princple of The Golen Rule taken to heart and being lived by. Thank you for showing us character doesn't have to be sacrificed for success.

posted at July 26, 2007 08:49 AM

Angel wrote:

You gotta love Dave. I hope you have your own place. I would love to know if and where and come to dinner there. Good luck and great success in what ever you do.

posted at September 14, 2007 06:17 PM

fran wrote:

Just found your blog
I cheered for you the whole time

posted at October 3, 2007 01:59 PM

LIDIA CHACON wrote:

Dave, I really liked you on the show and really like your cooking skills. I also think you´re so nice and cute too-- I think you would be the life of any party and think you were the life of that show-- always stay the way you are and please don´t ever change for anyone- this world needs more genuine people like you. hugs and kisses

posted at March 18, 2008 01:03 AM

Raphael wrote:

Hi from Paris, France !!!
I'm a big fan of "top chef".
The show has been on air in france for a few wekks and i've just discovered that you were out !
This is cruel ! I wish they had kept you and i think it's unfair to ask you to go only because you forget one order. Your food was the favourite one !!!!
I hope you'll be ccoking the newt time i'll be in NYC 'cause i really wonna eat your food !
Kisses & hugs from Paris, France
RAPHAEL

posted at April 10, 2008 01:59 PM

RedBeauvais wrote:

Hi Dave!! I also agree that Season 1 would be very boring without your spontaneous & often humorous personality!! You're awesome! I also like Harold, but I really wish you won (sigh)!

posted at May 6, 2008 03:10 PM

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