On Apr 22, 5:26*am, Brian Anasta > wrote:
> Hi Everyone,
>
> Well, I was watching my local cable Lifestyle channel this evening and
> my 2 favourite TV chefs just happened to be on within the space of a
> couple of hours.
>
> Now, a few thoughts to ponder.
>
> 1. Do you consider these guys to be real chefs - as in capable of
> cheffing at a 5 star Michelin restaurant for instance?
>
> 2. Who do you prefer out of Bourdain and Zimmern?
>
> 3. Are TV celebrity chefs really yesterday's news and are you fed up
> with them?
>
> Me, personally, I really love watching Bourdain's 'No Reservations'
> and think his self deprecating sense of humor is really wicked
>
> Well will be interested to hear everyone's thoughts.
>
> Kind Regards,
> Brian Anasta

From what I've read Bourdain was never a really 'great' chef. His
book was his ticket out of the kitchen and into the spotlight. But
he's much more fun to watch and way more informative and
entertaining.

Zimmern get's on my nerves a bit. He just eats disgusting things for
the shock value IMHO.

Bourdain actually understands better where the 'natives' are coming
from and actually appreciates and relishes learning about their
lifestyles and traditions.