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Chefs have to taste everything. So do scholars.

On the reality TV show Top Chef, the competing chefs can’t refuse to work with a particular ingredient. Whether it’s something they dislike, fear, or simply find unfamiliar, their ability to embrace the challenge often determines their success. The chefs with the most “well-developed palates” are the ones who go on to win the competition….

Creative lessons from Top Chef: What cooking teaches us about art, writing, and life
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Creative lessons from Top Chef: What cooking teaches us about art, writing, and life

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…

Cooking as an art form: Lessons in creativity from Top Chef and Thomas Keller
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Cooking as an art form: Lessons in creativity from Top Chef and Thomas Keller

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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