This thread is for the open discussion of the changing trends in American cuisine.
In many ways the manner we have thought about American cuisine is shifting because of Emeril Lagasse. For those of you who do not know Emeril, he is the best contribution to the culinary arts since Julia Child's. His show can be seen several times a day on the Food Network at:
foodtv.com
Emeril brings to life the beauty and elegance of cooking. In many ways he portrays more than an exquisite Chef, he represents a new genera in American cooking and a new paradigm in American cuisine. In the way that Rembrandt, Monet or Pollack ushered in a new era in painting, Emeril has emulated that same renaissance in the culinary arts. As American society develops and in essence creates its history I believe Chef's such as Emeril Lagasse will have attributed to the everyday cuisine of Americans.
Emerils biography can be read at the food tv site and is quite interesting. In short he has four excellent cookbooks out and owns at last count four restaurants.
Emeril displays a genuine enthusiasm and zeal for cooking that captivates his audience and makes you feel like he is your friend. He is the kind of man who is in many ways is a unique figure that can be looked to for that all-important comfort food. One thing in particular that I admire about Emeril is the way genuinely cares about the people is talking to, us. He has special shows that focus on a specific food or a specific topic. One set of shows in particular has always stood out in my mind. Those particular shows were the ones he has done for kids. He filled the audience with kids and taught them how to cook, how to be safe in the kitchen and how to be kids. That kind of behavior and care makes him one of best role models in America that Kids can look up to.
One that note I open this site up for discussion of American cuisine, recipes and a little bit of talk about restaurant stocks.
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