Pick a Chef

legolovermd · ‎04-29-2013

If you could pick the brain of any chef who would it be? I'm very fond of Alton Brown and enjoy learning from him. I don't only like things shown to me, but explained why they work like they do or have to be executed in a certain way.

Harpa · ‎03-10-2010

Next to Alton explaining why, I like Ina. Also, Country Kitchen on PBS explains things, too.

After those, mothers and mothers-in-law (and relatives) always give tried & true kitchen advice.

paShar · ‎03-10-2010

On 1/1/2014 Harpa said:
Next to Alton explaining why, I like Ina. Also, Country Kitchen on PBS explains things, too.

After those, mothers and mothers-in-law (and relatives) always give tried & true kitchen advice.

Totally agree! Alton, Cooks' Country and America's Test Kitchen are my favorites. They explain the science behind why some ingredients are necessary in a recipe.

nomless · ‎03-10-2010

Thomas Keller and Michael Symon.

Yahooey · ‎07-09-2010

I totally agree but in reverse. ATK is my go to. They test multiple versions of each recipe and gives the reason why each ingredient is used or replaced. Alton Brown Good Eats is more entertaining for sure. I attempted my first turkey using his fool proof recipe and it came out great. I wish he still did the series.

Tired of it being the Guy channel. I've also enjoy watching Ina. I've learn coating items such as cranberries, raisins in flour for baking prevents sinking.

ciao_bella · ‎03-13-2010

Mario Batali

Cinderella is proof that a new pair of shoes can change your life!

forrestwolf · ‎06-20-2010

Agree with all the answers so far.............. ${#emotions_dlg.laugh}$ BUT...........I would have loved to know Justin Wilson, and Jeff Smith......and now I would love to meet Jacques Pepin.......... Kiss

The strength of the wolf is the pack, and the strength of the pack is the wolf.......

forrestwolf · ‎06-20-2010

On 1/1/2014 forrestwolf said:
Agree with all the answers so far.............. ${#emotions_dlg.laugh}$ BUT...........I would have loved to know Justin Wilson, and Jeff Smith......and now I would love to meet Jacques Pepin..........

Hum...........Guess I am like a lays potato chip, and I can not just have one.......... Wink

The strength of the wolf is the pack, and the strength of the pack is the wolf.......

house cat · ‎08-23-2012

Ree Drummond. She may not be the most talented of all the t.v. chefs, but she seems well rounded and gifted in many different ways.

Sooner · ‎03-10-2010

Ina Garten! I know how to cook--don't need help in that way, but I would love to talk to her about party planning, menus and foods that you can make ahead and are simple but make an elegant meal. What elements do you need in meals now?