IRON CHEF!
It has recently come to my attention that some of you people actually delight in reading my LJ-entries; even though they are far and few between. I don't know why. Perhaps it has a little to do with the fact that I am not fond of LJ's, yet I have one, and occasionally use it. But, how else would I find out things about my friends I don't talk to frequently, email, IM, read on the Boards, or visit? LJ's are just another medium.
As for my LJ, the RanChan's a Moron and the How's That Expression Go? posts in particular drew in the most recent attention. Seems like my rants and random thoughts get the most enjoyment. Which is mainly why I don't do too many LJ entries. After all, I type all these things up on the Boards. Maybe it was because the posts were long enough to catch your eye, maybe it was because you also hate RanChan (or like cliches), but whatever the reason, thanks for noticing.
For those that have made comments, thanks. I know I've read some of your LJ's, but I generally don't add any input. I feel if my opinion adds no value, I shouldn't state it. I don't know how many times I've been on the A-Kon boards, read a thread, and the last post is something like "*lol*" "I agree." "me too!" or simply an emoticon. No elaboration, no direction to continue the thread, no value. The thread stops, moves to the last page, and disappears. I don't want to be that guy.
Enough of my LiveJournal vs. A-Kon Boards comparison. Onto my random thought for the day...
IRON CHEF RULZ!!!
Yesterday, Skanker and I were watching Iron Chef with James. The special ingredient was carp or as the host would call it... Cccaaarrppp!. Admittedly, I enjoy watching the show. I think many people do. And even though it was cool to watch, it's even more entertaining to talk about it with other people. We had a great time just talking about things we'd like to see or have happen on the show. Don't get me wrong. The show is fine the way it is. We just thought of ways to make it more entertaining for those that have a less "culinary-temperament."
For those that don't know the show, the basic concept is that World Famous Chefs from around the world compete against each other in a cook-off. The thing is, each dish they have to prepare has to have "The Special Ingredient" which isn't revealed until the hosts... um... reveals it. Yesterday's show featured carp. That's fine and dandy, but the two chefs-contestants were Asian. That didn't seem too much of a challenge to me. Their staple diet consists of fish. A million different dishes could have popped into their heads.
These are World Renowned Chefs. I've seen such "Special Ingredients" as chicken, crab, squid, milk... these aren't challenges. These are things that are already on their menu.
The Special Ingredient: Part 1
I would make "The Special Ingredient" something the chefs would never expect. You know it... SPAM! And I wouldn't have the Spam opened and ready for them either. I'd just have thousands of cans stacked very high in a pile where if the chef pulls a can out incorrectly, the structure would topple over him, adding some danger in simply retrieving the ingredient. Course, knowing them, they'll just send out an assistant to get it. In either case, it would be funny to watch someone getting injured before the cooking actually begins.
Some of these chefs might not even know what Spam is. And for those that do, I doubt you'll find it on the menu in any of their high-priced restaurants. Could you picture their expression when they see it? *As confusion falls upon their faces, they are left wondering, "Why?"*
There's a million dishes you can make from Spam. Hell, there's even a freakin' holiday/festival dedicated to it in the U.S. It shouldn't be too difficult for professionals to come up with some delectable dish for the judges to consume. I'm no professional, but even I can come up with a hundred of so. Besides, points are also awarded to presentation. Spam if very pliable (when ground) and easy to manage.
I think the main deterrents are as follows:
1) It's called "Spam," which implies "Not quite ham."
2) It takes the shape of it's container. Cubic meat doesn't exactly imply "mmmm..."
3) It's naturally pink. Most people cook the pink out of their meat. With Spam, you can't (without effort).
That's it for this entry. If LJ's look too long, they have a tendency to lose interest. But don't worry, there's going to be more. Feel free to add your own ideas. Heck, I might make it to an Iron Chef Gone Wrong coffee table book.
As for my LJ, the RanChan's a Moron and the How's That Expression Go? posts in particular drew in the most recent attention. Seems like my rants and random thoughts get the most enjoyment. Which is mainly why I don't do too many LJ entries. After all, I type all these things up on the Boards. Maybe it was because the posts were long enough to catch your eye, maybe it was because you also hate RanChan (or like cliches), but whatever the reason, thanks for noticing.
For those that have made comments, thanks. I know I've read some of your LJ's, but I generally don't add any input. I feel if my opinion adds no value, I shouldn't state it. I don't know how many times I've been on the A-Kon boards, read a thread, and the last post is something like "*lol*" "I agree." "me too!" or simply an emoticon. No elaboration, no direction to continue the thread, no value. The thread stops, moves to the last page, and disappears. I don't want to be that guy.
Enough of my LiveJournal vs. A-Kon Boards comparison. Onto my random thought for the day...
IRON CHEF RULZ!!!
Yesterday, Skanker and I were watching Iron Chef with James. The special ingredient was carp or as the host would call it... Cccaaarrppp!. Admittedly, I enjoy watching the show. I think many people do. And even though it was cool to watch, it's even more entertaining to talk about it with other people. We had a great time just talking about things we'd like to see or have happen on the show. Don't get me wrong. The show is fine the way it is. We just thought of ways to make it more entertaining for those that have a less "culinary-temperament."
For those that don't know the show, the basic concept is that World Famous Chefs from around the world compete against each other in a cook-off. The thing is, each dish they have to prepare has to have "The Special Ingredient" which isn't revealed until the hosts... um... reveals it. Yesterday's show featured carp. That's fine and dandy, but the two chefs-contestants were Asian. That didn't seem too much of a challenge to me. Their staple diet consists of fish. A million different dishes could have popped into their heads.
These are World Renowned Chefs. I've seen such "Special Ingredients" as chicken, crab, squid, milk... these aren't challenges. These are things that are already on their menu.
The Special Ingredient: Part 1
I would make "The Special Ingredient" something the chefs would never expect. You know it... SPAM! And I wouldn't have the Spam opened and ready for them either. I'd just have thousands of cans stacked very high in a pile where if the chef pulls a can out incorrectly, the structure would topple over him, adding some danger in simply retrieving the ingredient. Course, knowing them, they'll just send out an assistant to get it. In either case, it would be funny to watch someone getting injured before the cooking actually begins.
Some of these chefs might not even know what Spam is. And for those that do, I doubt you'll find it on the menu in any of their high-priced restaurants. Could you picture their expression when they see it? *As confusion falls upon their faces, they are left wondering, "Why?"*
There's a million dishes you can make from Spam. Hell, there's even a freakin' holiday/festival dedicated to it in the U.S. It shouldn't be too difficult for professionals to come up with some delectable dish for the judges to consume. I'm no professional, but even I can come up with a hundred of so. Besides, points are also awarded to presentation. Spam if very pliable (when ground) and easy to manage.
I think the main deterrents are as follows:
1) It's called "Spam," which implies "Not quite ham."
2) It takes the shape of it's container. Cubic meat doesn't exactly imply "mmmm..."
3) It's naturally pink. Most people cook the pink out of their meat. With Spam, you can't (without effort).
That's it for this entry. If LJ's look too long, they have a tendency to lose interest. But don't worry, there's going to be more. Feel free to add your own ideas. Heck, I might make it to an Iron Chef Gone Wrong coffee table book.