It is only a matter of time now before little Emeril or little Anthony (Bourdaine) bust out on the scene thanks to this video that went viral from Caterer.com. I must admit, this is the funniest bit I have seen in quite some time. Don't believe me? Click on the picture Donkey!
I was looking through some old files and came across this. Fundamentals.
Things to Remember
Salt – always remember to salt the food you prepare to insure proper seasoning
Taste – always taste your food through each stage of cooking/preparation
Mise en place – make sure all ingredients and prep are in place for ease in execution
Presentation – always be sure food is displayed in an attractive manner, take steps to ensure.
Organization – Keep your area and food storage areas clean and organized
Professionalism – please treat others with professional courtesy, thank you
Respect – handle perishable ingredients with great care in regards to freshness and sanitation
Clean – as you go, because sanitation is fundamental to great cooking
Care – treat this kitchen with the same care as your own, this is YOUR kitchen
Teamwork – help others when not busy or as needed
Learn – from mistakes, from others, and seek out various solutions to problems
Just apply and demand.
This year I finally cracked the cube. Of course it took a full day of research and several hours of bare knuckle contortionism. If you could care less about mastering the cube and just want to get your cube back to solution, then you should check out this Cube Solution site.
Of the few on Food Network, I always appreciated what Alton was able to bring to the table. It is funny to see JULIETTE ROSSANT regard his main audience to "elementary school kids." She does, however, drive home a point: he is one of the few on the network who does not own any of his own restaurants. Food TV has swayed away from those working in food and has placated themselves more toward the home gourmand, A.K.A. foodie. I must admit that Food Network has left a salty aftertaste due to convincing countless morons that they can really cook. Looks easy, isn't always easy, especially when it's for hundreds at a time. I am sure it is only a matter of time before they put out another reality show that shadows "The Restaurant." Of course they will have to beat Bravo! to the punch.
