The Tao of Gordon Ramsay
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Photo by Dave Pullig
I have a confession to make. I love watching Gordon Ramsay in action, in all his foul-mouthed glory. My friends are usually horrified to learn this about me, but I’m a big fan of his. I know he’s not everyone’s cup of tea — especially if “Hell’s Kitchen” is their only reference point — but I find his pairing of food and whine irresistible.
And for all his snarling, I really do think he is trying to bring out the best in his beleaguered chefs and get them as excited about good food as he is. He does this “boot camp” style, by chipping away at their egos. Once the fledglings show true interest and diligence, Ramsay quickly transitions from drill sergeant to mentor. You see? He’s not such a bad guy — his methods are almost Zen-like. And really, he doesn’t ask them to do anything he doesn’t do himself. He just has high standards.
But I have to say, while I enjoy watching his antics on “Hell’s Kitchen” and “Kitchen Nightmares” (his restaurant makeover series), my favorite show is the kinder, gentler U.K. program, “The F Word.” He focuses more on the food itself rather than on budding chefs. In each episode, Ramsay shows how to prepare a great meal using fresh ingredients in a quick and uncomplicated way. You may never microwave another frozen brick of broccoli when you realize how easy and healthful it is to steam or sauté fresh veggies instead.
“The F Word” also follows Ramsay as he and his kids learn how to raise their own turkeys and pigs. I think it’s admirable on his part to teach his children where the food really comes from, and you’ll see a whole different side to Chef Ramsay when he (not his children) has qualms about losing his “pets” as butchering day approaches.
Chef Ramsay, your secret is out. Like a loaf of fresh sourdough bread, you’re hard and crusty on the outside and soft and squidgy on the inside. I can’t wait to see what you’re cooking up next.
Tags: Entertainment
Photo by Dave Pullig
I have a confession to make. I love watching Gordon Ramsay in action, in all his foul-mouthed glory. My friends are usually horrified to learn this about me, but I’m a big fan of his. I know he’s not everyone’s cup of tea — especially if “Hell’s Kitchen” is their only reference point — but I find his pairing of food and whine irresistible.
And for all his snarling, I really do think he is trying to bring out the best in his beleaguered chefs and get them as excited about good food as he is. He does this “boot camp” style, by chipping away at their egos. Once the fledglings show true interest and diligence, Ramsay quickly transitions from drill sergeant to mentor. You see? He’s not such a bad guy — his methods are almost Zen-like. And really, he doesn’t ask them to do anything he doesn’t do himself. He just has high standards.
But I have to say, while I enjoy watching his antics on “Hell’s Kitchen” and “Kitchen Nightmares” (his restaurant makeover series), my favorite show is the kinder, gentler U.K. program, “The F Word.” He focuses more on the food itself rather than on budding chefs. In each episode, Ramsay shows how to prepare a great meal using fresh ingredients in a quick and uncomplicated way. You may never microwave another frozen brick of broccoli when you realize how easy and healthful it is to steam or sauté fresh veggies instead.
“The F Word” also follows Ramsay as he and his kids learn how to raise their own turkeys and pigs. I think it’s admirable on his part to teach his children where the food really comes from, and you’ll see a whole different side to Chef Ramsay when he (not his children) has qualms about losing his “pets” as butchering day approaches.
Chef Ramsay, your secret is out. Like a loaf of fresh sourdough bread, you’re hard and crusty on the outside and soft and squidgy on the inside. I can’t wait to see what you’re cooking up next.
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