Of all the items on the menu, soup is that which exacts the most delicate perfection and the strictest attention.
Auguste EscoffierRead
The workman mindful of success, therefore, will naturally direct his attention to the faultless preparation of his stock, and in order to achieve this result, he will find it necessary not merely to make use of the freshest and finest goods, but also to exercise the most scrupulous care in their preparation, for, in cooking, care is half the battle.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Successful cooking requires careful preparation and high-quality ingredients.
Auguste Escoffier highlights the importance of meticulous preparation in cooking, suggesting that success in the culinary arts is not just about using the best ingredients, but also about the care and attention given to their preparation. He emphasizes that diligence and mindfulness in one's work can substantially affect the final outcome, making care a critical component of the cooking process.
Themes
PreparationCareSuccessCookingAttention
In practice
Example use cases
During a cooking workshop, you might say this quote to emphasize the importance of preparation.
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All quotes →Jellies are to cold cookery what consommes and stock are to hot. If anything, the former are perhaps more important: for a cold entree - however perfect it may be in itself - is nothing without its accompanying jelly.
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Stock is everything in cooking, at least in French cooking. Without it, nothing can be done. If one's stock is good, what remains of the work is easy; if, on the other hand, it is bad or merely mediocre, it is quite hopeless to expect anything approaching a satisfactory result.
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