Be good Quote by James Beard
“The secret of good cooking is, first, having a love of it… If you’re convinced that cooking is drudgery, you’re never going to be good at it, and you might as well warm up something frozen.”
About This Quote
Source Book: James Beard's Cookbook, 1999
Cooking requires passion; viewing it as work hinders skill and enjoyment.
In simple terms: Love cooking to be good at it.
Cultivate love before technique.
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Type
When to use this quote
- home cooking
- professional kitchen
- learning recipes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you enjoy cooking?
- What changes your attitude toward cooking?
If you dislike cooking, skill may never develop.