Quote by Charlie Trotter

A jazz musician can improvise based on his knowledge of music. He understands how things go together. For a chef, once you have that basis, that's when cuisine is truly exciting.

A jazz musician can improvise based on his knowledge of musi

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This quote highlights the importance of having a solid foundation of knowledge and understanding in a specific field in order to truly excel and find excitement in it. Just as a jazz musician can improvise and create beautiful music by knowing how different musical elements fit together, a chef can truly unleash their creative culinary talents once they have mastered the basics of cooking. With a strong understanding of ingredients, techniques, and flavor combinations, a chef can confidently innovate and create exciting and delicious dishes.

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