tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post2960959655775747339..comments2024-03-13T10:25:11.566+01:00Comments on Chez Loulou: A Polite Introduction to Jamie OliverJenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18245742506531002363noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-48445790784632415332010-12-01T12:39:37.687+01:002010-12-01T12:39:37.687+01:00Tami
This is a great, hearty dish to make in the w...Tami<br />This is a great, hearty dish to make in the winter. Freezing the eggplant is a great idea!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245742506531002363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-77097272595488248302010-12-01T07:12:26.672+01:002010-12-01T07:12:26.672+01:00Oh I LOVE this recipe. I was as skeptical as you y...Oh I LOVE this recipe. I was as skeptical as you years ago, although I confess now being an adoring fan. But this recipe is staple here. And to make it last I roast whole eggplants in September then freeze them so I can make this in the cold winter. Lovely jubbly don't you think:)Tamihttp://www.lemontart.canoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-1470522442441602692010-10-16T13:23:02.973+02:002010-10-16T13:23:02.973+02:00Paulita
Glad I could introduce the two of you!Paulita<br />Glad I could introduce the two of you!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245742506531002363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-54758010764922403172010-10-15T14:30:02.608+02:002010-10-15T14:30:02.608+02:00Now I'm starving and it's only breakfast t...Now I'm starving and it's only breakfast time. I've never heard of Jamie Oliver - well, until now.Paulitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02611117766982930997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-13336329262405659682010-10-15T10:30:28.286+02:002010-10-15T10:30:28.286+02:00Sara
Ours was a gradual earning of respect. And I...Sara<br />Ours was a gradual earning of respect. And I'm glad we finally got to where we are now.<br />:)<br /><br />Karin<br />The popular kids at "Paris Blog High School?" That did make me laugh! <br />Yes, I have a serious crush on Paris, but don't live there and have to deal with the day to day <b>métro-bulot-dodo</b> routine. I can see that it isn't always a bed of roses.<br />I love reading your blog and don't know why I never commented before last week. You are so open and honest and I think you are very brave.<br /><br /><i>Knob of butter</i> cracks me up as well!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245742506531002363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-11116459642832871392010-10-14T12:30:04.550+02:002010-10-14T12:30:04.550+02:00Hi Chez Loulou! Thank you for your comments on my ...Hi Chez Loulou! Thank you for your comments on my post, and I wanted to come back and return the favor. I've checked in on your blog from time to time, lurking, 'cause you are definitely one of the popular kids at "Paris Blog High School." :) I felt really honored that you took the time to read mine! I've now got a wee bit more time on my hands to be reading and commenting on more blogs as well, so I have perused at leisure several things on your blog and seen even more of why people read. It's delightful here at your place. :)<br /><br />Hmmmm. Jamie O. I am not sure how I feel about him. I'm not a raver, nor an avid follower, but I guess I get why people are. I am with you on being more used to people like Lidia B -- oh I watched her on PBS in the States for many years, and really liked her demeanor/cooking style. Ultimately, though, I think my view is like yours: let the real test be the food! <br /><br />This recipe sounds really amazing.<br /><br />One more thing -- I cannot keep a straight face over the expression "knob of butter." *snicker* I won't even go into the image in my head when I read or see it as it's way past PG-13, but I get fits of giggles with it. A "pat of butter" is SO much more of a benign expression, IMHO. *tee hee*<br /><br />Be well, and thank you again for visiting me. (I left a little reply for you there, too, in case you didn't see it yet).Karin B (Looking for Ballast)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03592528618484082434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-16495315199923106502010-10-14T09:55:43.661+02:002010-10-14T09:55:43.661+02:00I was the opposite, I had an instant crush on him!...I was the opposite, I had an instant crush on him! I liked his easy breezy approach. Happy to hear you've come over to the Jamie side :-)Sara Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06058056977783867772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-31674384571711920962010-10-14T08:58:30.206+02:002010-10-14T08:58:30.206+02:00Diane
It is a great dish! I should probably try m...Diane<br />It is a great dish! I should probably try more of his recipes, but it is the only one I have.<br /><br />Robin<br />I heard about his recent trip to the States to try to help change the school lunch program. It wasn't very well received, was it?Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245742506531002363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-25237246926340325472010-10-13T05:38:49.955+02:002010-10-13T05:38:49.955+02:00Nice recipe! I've always loved him- and his r...Nice recipe! I've always loved him- and his recent attempt to help the American school system. I have his Jamie's Italy cookbook and though the recipes are good, the photos are ahhhhh mazing ;)Robin @ My Melangehttp://mymelange.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-54287547838620659712010-10-12T20:45:55.638+02:002010-10-12T20:45:55.638+02:00I could not stand Jamie when he first started out,...I could not stand Jamie when he first started out, but as he has grown older so he has grown on me. Love this recipe, one I will try next year when my veg garden is in full force again. DianeDianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14782670749466305626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-68496642805751695162010-10-12T17:41:38.223+02:002010-10-12T17:41:38.223+02:00angelina
I enjoy watching him now, though in small...angelina<br />I enjoy watching him now, though in small doses. I wasn't super thrilled with his show in America, especially when he went to New Orleans and only focused on Katrina.<br />But enjoyed the segment in New York.<br />Why won't your friend go and be a chef??? Sounds like she should!<br /><br />Mlle Paradis<br />I've always enjoyed your site. Thanks for commenting!<br /><br />wcs<br />I love your perspective. I've not noticed him being wasteful, but he is messy...I can see why that would annoy you. <br /><br />What will thou baketh today? :)Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245742506531002363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-37904503870318833672010-10-12T17:36:19.005+02:002010-10-12T17:36:19.005+02:00Chichiboulie
I like the direction he's gone as...Chichiboulie<br />I like the direction he's gone as well. Nice to see someone in his position using his influence in a positive way.<br /><br />Veronica<br />Oh, he definitely likes to promote himself! :)<br />And I have to admit, if I were going to buy an Italian cookbook, it wouldn't be his. I love Marcella! But I've seen a couple of his that I wouldn't mind having in my collection.<br /><br />spacedlaw<br />Yes, it does.<br />I think I made that once, many years ago. Must try it again...thanks for the reminder!<br /><br />Graham<br />Thanks for sharing your perspective. Most of my British friends adore him. <br /><br />camille<br />Interesting facts...I respect that he does so much to raise awareness, and he seems very passionate about what he does.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245742506531002363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-80087537080920503242010-10-12T08:20:02.154+02:002010-10-12T08:20:02.154+02:00Just one other thing: when I typed my word verific...Just one other thing: when I typed my word verification, it didn't take. I got another chance and the new word was "baketh." As in "thou shalt baketh."<br /><br />Made me smile. :)wcshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00551283829616757577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-85473810859386697162010-10-12T08:18:20.220+02:002010-10-12T08:18:20.220+02:00I suppose we all have strong opinions about celebr...I suppose we all have strong opinions about celebrities and food, so when the two are combined, watch out!<br /><br />Mr. Oliver does know his stuff. But he is annoying and sloppy. And wasteful. I suppose it's an adopted style for television (at least I hope it is), but I just can't get past the mess he makes in his kitchen.wcshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00551283829616757577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-19902795618154003952010-10-11T23:58:28.774+02:002010-10-11T23:58:28.774+02:00all in their own time! glad you made it! (and p....all in their own time! glad you made it! (and p.s., i found myself on some nice list of yours - nice surprise, thanks!)<br /><br />bon continuation!Mlle Paradishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16611437048393628633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-34776524408717409262010-10-11T21:57:44.870+02:002010-10-11T21:57:44.870+02:00I have to say I've always liked him because of...I have to say I've always liked him because of that informal way he cooks which reminds me of a close friend of mine who could be a four star chef if she wanted to- I've learned a lot from her about using your instincts in the kitchen and so when I see Jamie I really respect his glugs and bits.angelinahttp://stitchandboots.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-66567386914013025242010-10-11T18:48:39.785+02:002010-10-11T18:48:39.785+02:00I found Jamie Oliver annoying at first, but over t...I found Jamie Oliver annoying at first, but over the last few years he has really gained my respect. His food is good. He works hard on campaigning for better nutrition education in schools. And I read in Consumer Reports that his books contain some of the best-tested, most reliable recipes of any celebrity chef.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-76952795781175737152010-10-11T13:27:20.964+02:002010-10-11T13:27:20.964+02:00Just to give an alternative perspective, I spent a...Just to give an alternative perspective, I spent a few years in Essex being brought up. When Jamie first did his TV cooking shows (must have been mid-90s) I lapped it up. At the end of the day he can <i>cook</i>. I use as many of his recipes as any other chef/cookery writer.Grahamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11282937250538290233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-52144361257340189182010-10-11T13:10:28.631+02:002010-10-11T13:10:28.631+02:00This recipe looks like Pasta alla Norma, a Sicilia...This recipe looks like Pasta alla Norma, a Sicilian dish which - however - does not call for parmesan but ricotta salata to be grated on top.spacedlawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12462723005560128474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-14170480172688177972010-10-11T12:52:24.458+02:002010-10-11T12:52:24.458+02:00I'm in the "Jamie's irritating" ...I'm in the "Jamie's irritating" club too, and I've never even seen one of his shows! He just seems to be full of himself. I know he's done some great work on school dinners etc. -- but he seems to be heavily into self-promotion too.<br /><br />Someone gave me his Jamie's Italy book a couple of years ago (see? Only Jamie would take possession of an entire country so casually), but although I love Italian food, somehow it didn't tempt me in the way Anna del Conte, Marcella Hazan. I think I've only ever cooked one recipe from it and wasn't impressed. So I remain to be converted.Veronicahttp://www.larecettedujour.org/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20775625.post-27318721157706752102010-10-11T12:45:02.646+02:002010-10-11T12:45:02.646+02:00Jamie took a while to grow on me as well. Couldn&...Jamie took a while to grow on me as well. Couldn't stand the lisp during our first year in England. But he has grown to be one of my favourites now, not only for his fabulous home cooking but also for the other programmes he's gone on to sponsor. A celebrity not just stuffing his pockets (or poultry in the case)!Chichibouliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09870165886859493342noreply@blogger.com