"600 Words by Esther J. Cepeda"
Almost exactly one year ago today I posted this interview with Rick Bayless on the topic of his place as Top "Mexican" Chef in Chicago and the world. Enjoy! Congrats to Top Master Chef, Chicago's own Rick Bayless!
He’s faster than a speeding bullet at rolling flautas, more powerful a chef than thousands of Marias and Juans in Chicago, able to leap into halls of fame while wearing huaraches…look up in the sky! It’s a taco vendor, it’s a Mexican it’s…Rick Bayless!
Continue reading: http://www.600words.com/2008/08/rick-bayless-ch.html
Esther J. Cepeda writes the "600 Words" & "Pregunta del Dia" columns, and is also the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Her views and reporting do not necessarily reflect those of ISAC. "600 words" is a registered trademark of EeJayCee, Inc., Copyright 2008. May be reprinted with permission, contact eejaycee@600words.com
Esther, Rick's success (and especially his menu) has helped Sicilian appetites like mine better appreciate what Mexico has to offer the palate. I'm telling you, the Latino surge in America is putting you right at the peak of the wave.
Posted by: jack spatafora | August 22, 2009 at 10:19 AM
Esther, that was heartfelt, respectful, passionate and very well written. Thanks for sharing your reflections.
Posted by: Dan Davis | August 20, 2009 at 07:10 PM