Mastering the Art of Cooking: A Beginner's Guide

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The discussion centers around the effectiveness of various cooking shows and chefs, with a strong preference for PBS programming over the Food Network. Participants express disdain for certain Food Network personalities like Rachel Ray and Emeril, criticizing their cooking methods and the quality of their shows. They argue that these shows often lack depth in teaching fundamental cooking skills and techniques, favoring quick and superficial recipes instead. In contrast, PBS chefs are praised for their focus on flavor and technique, with specific mention of an Italian chef whose recipes are both appealing and practical. The importance of proper knife skills and understanding flavor profiles is emphasized, with suggestions to invest in quality kitchen tools gradually. The conversation also touches on the entertainment value of cooking shows, with some participants humorously suggesting their own cooking show ideas. Overall, the thread highlights a desire for more educational and authentic cooking content rather than the flashy, gimmicky style prevalent on some popular networks.
  • #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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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.
 
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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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