tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7813152095104380747.post870776901547440239..comments2014-05-08T13:05:25.409-04:00Comments on Chef Momentum: Bushido II - Justice (Rectitude)...cook for lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18010018433393948248noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7813152095104380747.post-34589352372471699772012-03-06T01:58:04.307-05:002012-03-06T01:58:04.307-05:00I blame the devaluation of our art, our profession...I blame the devaluation of our art, our profession, our craft due to the idea that anyone with a television and access to cable, or a Rachel Ray cookbook, can do that we do. Yes, you can learn a few recipes and feed your family with such media. But, in the setting of the subject matter that the blog has been written. There is far more to it than just "cooking". We as industry professionals, must follow a code of moral and deeply rooted philosopical ideas that have been passed down through generations and separate arts. The idea that we MUST be of service to someone other than ourselves, is unfortunately, becoming a bygone way of thinking. I am proud to feel that I am connected to a group of "old school" thinkers. Values, standards, and the honor to be of service to someone other than myself. The new wave of cooks coming out of school have little or no knowledge of such things. From my estimate and observation, they lack honor. They lack respect. They lack the discipline. Can they be taught, yes. Are they willing to learn. That's a case by case basis. Most are driven by the siren's song of "Top Chef" and "Chopped", rather than respect for the ingredients, the technique, the giants that have come before them. They emulate, yes, but without the foundation of previous mentioned qualities. All may be lost. Keep posting, keep pushing, and keep the history and honor at the forefront of what we do. Then, some, the one's who will listen, and be taught will benefit.. I know that I have.. Only because I was able to put my ego and selfish needs aside. Until then. MacDonalds is always hiring. .cjcarter72https://www.blogger.com/profile/08742018390355236226noreply@blogger.com