Originally Posted by
jbcarioca
If anybody can seriously compare Keller and Gagnaire to promoters without talent like Batali and Fearing then the 'it' does not matter. the difference is in the ability to make ingredients into masterpieces that are delectable.
Couldn't agree more. Keller is a genius. Fearing is overrated but has managed to create a couple signature dishes over the last two decades have somehow evolved into a reputation (tortilla soup, anyone?). And Batali is just a great marketer.