The Bear

-(objects clatter) -(chainsaw revving)

-How are we doing? -(tuts)

Well, as of now, we are seven weeks out.

Our DBA just got rejected.

Fire suppression hasn't shown up yet.

We have to schedule a second deep clean

because our building's now considered a biohazard

and we only have a couple walls left standing.

Why-why did we get rejected?

Well, because we filed for a new name.

Why is that a problem?

Well, because we never

filed for a first name.

We, they, Mikey weren't operating correctly

because they were never doing business as.

So now we have to file to do business as The Bear

and pay a fine for not doing business as The Beef originally.

Because according to the IRS, we're assholes.

So it's a money thing?

Yeah, it's all another money thing, Carm.

Uh, how fast can we do a deep clean then?

Not until tomorrow, I don't think.

-Fuck. -You can say that again.

Ooh, fuck.

-You okay? Hmm.

Yeah, the... the DBA is stressing me out.

-(sighs) -Hey. Hey.

Hmm? -You okay?

Yeah.

Don't tell anyone, okay?

This is my problem, and I don't want this to change anything.

Okay? I don't wanna be treated any different, okay?

-Okay. -I am... completely terrified.

And I'm only telling you because...

I don't know.

Just-just in case.

And don't take this like I'm not excited because I am so excited.

Because of how we grew up and everything in our lives.

I really want this to be loving and good and happy.

I just... I don't want anyone to know.

-Sure. -Okay?

Like, I really don't want Richie to know.

-Okay. -Because somehow, it feels more in my control

-to decide when and who knows... -(wall crashing)

that I'm... pregnant.

-Congratulations! -(Fak applauding)

I fuckin' knew it!

-(Richie laughs) -(quietly) Oh, my God.

Nat, the wall fell!

I am aware, sweetheart.

So I have a challenge.

I'm gonna go stage at a really great place.

I gotta get on a plane, go overseas.

You know, you know how I feel about that.

I'm excited.

Um, and while I'm there,

I gotta come up with three really great desserts.

You got any ideas?

Yeah, I know.

I'm a little nervous about it

'cause I really don't wanna mess it up.

But I am excited.

And don't worry, while I'm gone,

Kristy's here, Chester's here.

And I'm always a call away if you need anything.

I think it's, what, eight-, nine-hour difference.

It doesn't matter.

Love you.

A little bit salty.

And whatever it is, you can call me at any time.

-I'll be awake. I'll have my phone right by me. -She'll be okay.

You know, if she blinks three times, it means she's thirsty.

-I know. -She likes to have the blanket halfway up.

-Not all the way to her shoulders. -I know.

-Yeah, I'm-I'm... I just, I-- -I know.

Hey... I got her.

Yo, airplane mode is real.

Make sure your phone is off,

otherwise it can fuck with the cell towers

and you'll end up in, like,

Jersey or Pittsburgh or some shit.

-Let me see your passport. -Dude, I have it.

No, well, then show me that shit.

Dawg, I have my fuckin' passport.

Bro, you're talking to Mr. Intercontinental.

You know how many times I forgot that bitch?

-Show it. -Alright, fine. Whatever. Fuck.

-Oh, shit. -Dude, are you for real?

-Dude... Uh... Are you kidding me?

Yeah, come on. I'm fuckin' with you, it's right here.

Don't mess with me, dawg.

Let me see this. Woo-hoo!

Handsome on the passport.

Alright. Gimme that.

Um, can you just do me a favor

and check on my ma if you get some time?

Dude, I'm way ahead of you.

Gonna check on her every morning on my way to work.

-Appreciate it. I want you to take

a deep breath and let the good in.

And also be aware I learned some Danish words,

so we'll still be connected when you get back.

What'd you learn?

Flyvemaskine.

I think that's "airplane."

-Alright. -And then, um, klimaanlage.

-Uh, "air conditioner." -That's important in the winter.

I mean, you never know.

Global warming is poppin' off.

Alright. -Alright, I love you, dawg.

-Alright, love you, too. -Alright.

-Alright. -Oh, and do not bring up Ikea out there.

That's in Sweden, not Denmark. They don't mess with that.

I had to learn the wrong way.

("Holiday Road" by Lindsey Buckingham playing)

Yes, Chef.

Chef. Uh, I'm Marcus Brooks. I'm from--

I know. I'm Luca, pastry. We start at 5:00 a.m.

Your section's at the end of the bench.

Yes, Chef.

So that's six o'clock That's always facing the guest.

Yes, Chef.

-You try. Hm.

Nuzzle that sliver into the pudding just to lock it in.

Yes, Chef.

No, clockwise, Chef. Start the same way.

Oh, yes, Chef.

No. Again, Chef.

Sorry, I'm-I'm a little nervous.

Hm, worse.

Don't be afraid to just stick it in there, you know.

Just be confident about it.

Don't second-guess yourself.

Yes, Chef.

You know how to make shiso gelee?

Yes, Chef.

Alright.

"How to make gelee"...

"Dextrose."

What the fuck is dextrose?

-Recipe. -(taps table)

Thank you, Chef.

That's a little bit too thick.

So just add some more pineapple juice.

Yes, Chef.

Can I ask why?

Uh, the thicker it is, the stronger it is.

So too thick and it overpowers the other components.

What do you serve this with, Chef?

Uh, we do that with a thin slice of marzipan

and a caramel cracker.

That sounds good.

Yeah. It's a nice dish.

And then water.

Start off low.

You can see the color change.

You see it starting to get brighter?

And then just pour that into

that right there.

Uh-huh.

Then, uh, give me two ladles of that into there

and just bloom the gelatin.

Yes, Chef.

("I've Been Loving You Too Long" by Otis Redding playing)

Okay, so we're just looking for somebody

those first few days, five days a week.

Hm-mm! I just can't do Fridays.

Right.

Well, your résumé is incredible.

Thank you. When can I talk to the chef?

You are.

Oh.

So we're just looking for somebody who can commit