Netflix's 'Chef's Table: Legends' explores the essence of being a culinary legend, highlighting traits shared by influential chefs. The program emphasizes that these icons transcend restaurant boundaries and have a lasting social and political impact. Jamie Oliver, with a diverse 25-year career as a chef, restaurateur, and activist, exemplifies this idea. Through an interview, he discusses his perception of legend status, the evolving interest in cooking, and the importance of institutional support for aspiring chefs, noting the demographic shifts in the culinary world.
"A lot can, should, and will be discussed about the nearly uniform racial and national makeup of this season's chef-subjects; beyond identity, Chef's Table: Legends suggests that the luminaries of cuisine are those who have gone beyond the sphere of restaurants to make a significant social and political impact on the world at large."
"Oliver's career has taken many shapes and sizes: He's been a restauranteur and a television host, a cookbook author, a political activist, and a spokesperson."
"What I see a lot now is men, who are becoming more involved in the culinary field, showcasing the evolving dynamics of interest in food and cooking across demographics."
Collection
[
|
...
]