Every Chef Should Have An Understanding Of

Asian Food Is Very Easy To Like Because It Hits Your Mouth Very Differently Than European Food Does. In European Food, There May Be Two Things To Hit - Maybe Sweet And Salty, Maybe Salty-savory, … But Asian Kind Of Works Around, Plus You Have That Distinct Flavor That’s Usually Working In Asian Food.

It's My Belief That Cooking Is A Craft. I Think That You Can Push It Into The Realm Of Art, But It Starts With Craft. It Starts With An Understanding Of Materials. It Starts With An Understanding Of Where Foods Are Grown.

I Hate Okra And Grated Mountain Yam For The Same Reason. They're Both Slimy.

A Steak Needs Fat To Taste Great.

Many Of Them Have Accomplished A Lot Before They Ever Get To 'top Chef' Although They're Not Well Known. The Show Just Provides Them With A Platform. There's Just One Winner And On Some Seasons You Can Get Numerous Chefs That Are Really Good. Even If They Don't Win, They're All Talented.