November 5, 2010 · 10:36 am
Maybe this is an idea for yet another reality show, but it’s a thought I have to end the week on a foodie theme. I know – we need more competitive cooking shows about as much as we need more political ads on TV but I had this thought which of course also relates to business.
Cooks vs. Bakers. That’s the thought. I think you’re really one or the other and that’s both inside and outside of the kitchen. Here’s why it might be an interesting competition and what it has to do with your office life. Continue reading →
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October 29, 2010 · 9:14 am
For this Foodie Friday, I want to continue yesterday’s theme on the Power of Better. I’m sure we all know someone who can walk into your kitchen, look at or taste what you’re making and offer up a suggestion to improve it. This may be the same person with whom you share a recipe and when you taste it as they prepare it the dish is better than when you cook it. Inevitably you ask them about that and they say “Oh, I made a few changes to your recipe.” They “tweaked” it a bit and it’s better. But it raises a corollary to yesterday’s theme and I want to share it. Continue reading →
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October 15, 2010 · 9:56 am
Since it’s Friday, let’s discuss food or, actually, food prep. Say you’re opening a restaurant. Would you have an open or a closed kitchen? An open kitchen is one where the diners can see in. Sometimes it’s enclosed by glass; often it’s just open. A closed kitchen is..well..closed. Personally, I don’t think it’s really a choice but that’s based on other businesses so let’s discuss. Continue reading →
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