• s1ndr0m3@lemmy.world
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      I hate all the “baking” competitions. So much of it is just rice crispy treat sculptures covered in fondant. They also film several competitions at the same time. I saw an interview with someone who judged for those shows. She said she was barely tasting the dishes because she had to try so many in a day, that it made her feel sick.

      I’ve also been spoiled by British Baking Show. They only film one season at a time. They film over one weekend for each episode. Often times the best dishes look the worst, but the judges care more about flavor and texture than looks.

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    I don’t agree with the framing of the argument. The Food Network ruined itself, including Iron Chef. It’s not Iron Chef’s fault that it was a great show that drew viewers in.

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    Hey, Chopped is fairly good, and an interesting twist on the formula as they have 4 disparate ingredients to incorporate times 3 plates.

    But they are right thee is too much competition and not enough cooking.