Mastering the Art of Cooking: A Beginner's Guide

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The discussion revolves around various approaches to learning cooking, including the effectiveness of television cooking shows, the importance of proper techniques, and the value of hands-on experience in professional kitchens. Participants share their opinions on different chefs and cooking resources, as well as personal experiences in cooking and baking.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that television cooking shows often lack depth in teaching fundamental skills, with a focus on presentation rather than technique.
  • Others argue that shows like "Good Eats" provide valuable explanations and insights into cooking processes.
  • There is a debate about the qualifications of television chefs, with some asserting that professional training is essential for effective teaching, while others believe that good cooking can come from experience rather than formal education.
  • Participants discuss the importance of knife skills, with differing opinions on the best cutting techniques and the role of the knife's tip during cutting.
  • Some emphasize the need for quality kitchen tools, while others caution against investing heavily in equipment before confirming a sustained interest in cooking.
  • There are contrasting views on the value of different cooking shows, with some praising the creativity of certain chefs while criticizing others for their methods or backgrounds.

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Participants express multiple competing views regarding the effectiveness of cooking shows, the qualifications of chefs, and the best practices for cooking techniques. The discussion remains unresolved, with no consensus on these topics.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention various cooking shows and chefs, highlighting the subjective nature of cooking preferences and the differing educational approaches in culinary arts. There are also references to specific techniques that may depend on personal style and experience.

  • #31
ek said:
and the one with the pretty italian girl whose name escapes me right now.
Ohh, she's hot I watch her show all the time. Everyday Italian with Giada de Laurentiis. I like that show, and Good Eats, and 30-minute Meals.

I haven't had a chance to see Naked Chef yet. I've heard that show is pretty popular though.
Yeah, my mom watches that show a lot.
 
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  • #32
ek said:
... and the one with the pretty italian girl whose name escapes me right now.

I know exactly who you're talking about and also have no clue what her name is :smile: (I don't think I ever have). Something about her show "Everyday Italian" (?) seems kind of gimiky. I think it's the huge amount of production, namely the constantly moving camera and gratuitous closeups of the bowl of salt. It's a bit too glamorous for a cooking show, I think.
 
  • #33
Was my post invisible? :cry:
 
  • #34
There there, Mk. Your post isn't invisible. I just type/think slowly.
 
  • #35
Jelfish said:
There there, Mk.
Where WHERE?!??!
 
  • #36
my introduction to cooking started with frying, boiling, baking here and there, and that's how i learned.
 
  • #37
what do you want to learn how to cook? i mean, do you want to just be able to make yourself dinner (or maybe cook for ur girl) or do you actually want to learn how to cook as in a job?
 

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