Cooking is my favorite metaphor for the creative process. The creative is JUICY. When we work on a creative project, we STIR things, QUICKEN the energies, and let ideas SIMMER and COOK. We also need a STRONG POT. On that note, here are 12 important tips for a winning ‘dish’ from the reality tv show…
Cultivating a Well-Developed Palate: Growth Through Challenge On the reality TV show Top Chef, contestants face a unique challenge: they can’t refuse to work with any ingredient, no matter how unfamiliar, unappealing, or intimidating it might be. Their ability to embrace the unfamiliar often determines their success. The chefs who win the competition aren’t just…
I adore the culinary show Top Chef. I might not know what foie gras is or why anyone would want to eat a meal of molecular gastronomy, but I’m hooked. Beyond the entertainment, the show offers invaluable insights for any creative endeavor. (And really, where else can you hear such gems as “exhibit balance” and…
I’m a huge fan of Top Chef, the reality TV show where talented chefs from across the country compete in high-stakes elimination challenges. The show has completely hooked me on cooking as an art form. It’s not just about the flavors—it’s the creativity, the presentation, and, let’s be honest, the poetic titles of the dishes!…
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