| I've never been of the mindset that these throwdowns are judged correctly. A true throwdown would be for Bobby to taste the competitor's product then try to recreate it, thus having two almost identical dishes to be judged. I think they must give Bobby a certain number of 'wins' per season and that's that. Additionally, anyone who knows Bobby knows his style of food and, of course, it would be the dish that's a little 'different' (i.e. ingredients, taste, garnishes, plating, etc.)
I think most of the losers have been gracious, if not a little dumbstruck for a few moments, that they're so well-known for a specific dish and are doing a thriving business and a chef can come in and take the wind out of their sails. If Bobby didn't have his posse to fall back on, could he really have all those wins on his own? Don't get me wrong. I love the guy but fair is fair.
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Jeanne |