Marthas Words of Wisdom

"I think it's very important that whatever you're trying to make or sell, or teach has to be basically good. A bad product and you know what? You won't be here in ten years."
-Martha Stewart

Genius. The woman is a genius. Though it seems so commonsensical everyday people are taking on ventures which inevitably screw them over. The cooking industry is particularly hard to make a name in, you have to have the personality of Julia, the attitude of Gordon, and the business smarts of Martha. Together they are a lethal combination, but without one your business can fall by the wayside like so many do in this economy. One thing Martha missed, is your product not only has to be good but different. She came into the industry as one of the first since the late, great Julia Childs to take America by storm. Cut to decades later, and everyone and their mother thinks they are the "Next Food Network Star". It doesnt mean enough just to be good nowadays, you have to bring something else to the table.

Im hoping giving the inside scoop on what it is like going through Le Cordon Bleu, the school the fabulous Julia Childs attended before becoming famous, will be incentive for those truly interested in cooking to tune in. For others, the many burnt meals and breakdowns I am sure to have along the way should provide enough drama to hold some interest.

While school hasnt started yet, the planning process is already underway, I have Martha's cookbooks packed up and ready to go right next to the cutest pair of Poetic License sandals you could imagine. Taking this journey with me is my amazing roommate Paige, who, though she will not be partaking in the cooking, will be subject to taste any and all creations that come out of this. Im sure she will be more than happy to oblige when its time for the wine and beverages course (which my mother would happily audit if allowed).

So for now the blog is what it is, but I am looking for challenges (i.e. meals you want me to cook, new recipes you want me to try, and even places in Chicago to go explore) Feedback is a must. Until next time <3