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Inspiration: the ballet dancer and the chef

by Jenny

“Sharing food with another human being is an intimate act that should not be indulged in lightly.”–M.F.K. Fisher

As I watched an episode of “Iconoclasts” about Mikhail Baryshnikov and Alice Waters, amazement washed over me at the simplicity of their visions. Both have a commitment to their craft and this dedication is so inspiring. Waters and Baryshnikov met in the late 1970’s when a friend insisted that Baryshnikov eat at Chez Panisse, Waters’ renown magnum opus. The episode switches back and forth between Baryshnikov’s Art Center in New York City and Waters’ restaurant, Chez Panisse, and her Edible Garden Project in Berkeley. The visuals stunned me into wishing that I had a large, organic garden in the backyard and a greater desire to dance with abandon.

I’ve been dying to go to Chez Panisse. I’ve read about it over and over in local reviews and in Ruth Reichl’s book, “Comfort Me with Apples.” To me, the best part of this episode is the focus on philosophy. Waters talks over and over about the importance of making meaning in our lives and about making careful choices about the food we eat, the preparation and the camaraderie of sharing a delicious bounty of food with loved ones. The purity of their visions is such an inspiration that I’m itching to go to my local farmers’ market to nose around. And I can’t wait to share my next decadent feast with someone special…


Posted in Announcements on August 1st, 2007

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