Chashie Stern

There’s nothing like the unique fulfillment that being creative in the kitchen gives. It’s rewarding and invigorating in its own unique way. Channeling artistic energy into this particular medium to create the perfect plate, table, and menu might just be our calling. Oh, right, and there are kids underfoot, too. Welcome to a month of Yom Tov, and more stressfully, all of the Erevs. It never gets easier; we just forget that we did this before, like childbirth.

In fact, all frequent (or not-so-frequent) fliers can clip this article and store it in your carry-on for future use; it may come in handy. Without further ado, I present you with the People-Watcher’s Guide, Travel Edition. Find the following characters in the seat next to yours — or, if you look closely enough, in your very own seat.