On Mon, 1 Feb 2010 15:04:58 -0500, "Zeppo" > wrote:

>Having my own 'worst chef' at home give me great insight into what these
>people are going through. It's mostly not a matter of skill. Most people can
>learn anything. Its more a matter of self confidence.
>
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>I'm seeing the same thing in most of the contestants on WC. They are more
>than just ignorant of technique, they are afraid of the consequences of
>trying. Of course in this case, it's warranted. The chefs of both teams kick
>their butts up and down the kitchen. Not exactly positive reinforcement.

OK, I've seen this show twice and to tell you the truth I wasn't
watching it with both eyes but that's how I watch tv. As far as I
could tell, the chefs were pretty good at instructing their teams in
basic technique and directed them from the observation box without
intimidation. Frankly, the chefs seemed to be reminding their teams a
lot about cooking 101, which is read the *entire* recipe first and
wash your hands. Nobody was yelled at and there didn't seem to be any
pressure, so I don't understand why some team members fell apart. I
think they were just being drama queens.

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Sometimes I even put it in the food.