It looks like Gordon Ramsay’s former mentor isn’t too happy with the image he portrays or the light that it puts other chefs in:
Marco Pierre said he only starred in ITV’s Hell’s Kitchen to repair the damage done by foul-mouthed Ramsay, who stars in Channel 4’s Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares.
He felt Ramsay’s bad language and huge ego were destroying the reputation of talented chefs who work outside the spotlight.
He said: “When I did Hell’s Kitchen it was because I did not like the way certain people were portraying my industry.
[From Daily Express | UK News :: Marco Pierre White: Ramsay's filth has dragged us into the gutter]
What do you think? Is Marco right, or do you think the public in general can see past Ramsay’s shouting and cursing to the talented chef?
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I think that with any TV chef, you can’t ignore the producer’s wants and needs. There’s a big difference between the American version and the Brit version of Kitchen Nightmares. The American version is much more sensational in my opinion because I think the producers want that shock value. I read an interview of Ramsay and in discussing Hell’s Kitchen picks for last season, he mentioned that he is at the mercy of whomever is chosen. No matter. The guy is a great chef and a very savvy business man. People hate it when someone is that successful. It’s just reality TV and the people who sign up are putting themselves in that position. That’s what they get. Besides. Hang out at a middle school or high school. The language there puts Ramsay to shame.
kellypea,
I agree. Actually, having watched a whole season of Kitchen Nightmares, I think Ramsay puts on a good show, but underneath he’s really a very supportive person. he uses insults and goading to anger and motivate, much like the coach of a sports team would. That’s understandable, since he was a pro “footballer” before becoming a chef after a knee injury. It’s just his way.
I’ve learned a lot about running a restaurant just from watching his show.
And being former navy, his language is nothing compared to mine at times, LOL
I generally enjoy Ramsey’s shows. I think he is a little too over the top sometimes, but I guess it makes for good TV. One thing that can’t be denied is that he’s entertaining to watch!