notbob wrote:
> On 2006-07-05, Rich > wrote:
>
>> watch him to know that he doesn't have the skills to produce spectacular
>> plates fast under pressure.
>
> After getting his degree in cooking, Lagase apprenticed in France,
> then returned to work in NY, Boston, and Philly. Note the term
> "work". He was then asked to become the exectutive chef at
> Commander's Palace in New Orleans. One does not get invited to become
> the head chef of a World famous restaurant by being a schlep in the
> kitchen.
>
> nb
>


I couldn't agree more. I think being a chef in a restaurant kitchen and
being a TV entertainer/chef take very different skills. I really don't
think that Emeril's showmanship comes naturally. I've seen too many
episodes where he looks embarrassed at some of the things he has to say
and do, particularly the first few years.

Bobby Flay is annoying as is Rachel Ray and Jamie Oliver who always
sounds as if he had burnt his tongue and looks dirty, unwashed to me.

gloria p