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If so, Lagasse didn't coin the phrase, his friend did. Lagassee borrows/uses/steals it. signed: greenskate |
Emeril's wife's name is Alden. With an "N". Not Aldeh. 184.77.203.226 ( talk) 16:50, 14 June 2010 (UTC)
There should be a sidenote about Lagasse being the inspiration for Elzar on Futurama.I couldnt find a reference right now though. —Preceding unsigned comment added by TheLurkerattheThreshold ( talk • contribs) 13:43, 20 January 2010 (UTC)
This whole article totally sucks. It's a disgrace. These morons talk about Emeril live being canceled before even mentioning what it is. Wikipedia is a damn joke...... —Preceding unsigned comment added by 66.30.156.157 ( talk) 03:23, 14 June 2008 (UTC)
He never graduated from Johnson & Wales. He was later given an honorary diploma.
How did Emeril Lagasse contribute to the cuisine? —This unsigned comment was added by 24.193.79.41 ( talk • contribs) .
I'll wait to see if other people respond favorably to this, but shouldn't someone put something on here about how many chefs seem to hate Emeril and his idiotic "bam" and "kick it up a notch" hamminess (bad pun, sorry)? ( Anthony Bourdain in particular.) ( arevolvingonob)
Who gives a shit what Bourdain thinks about anything? He couldn't carry Emerils jock stap man. He's a fart in the wind compared to Emeril.....
He was born in 1952 which makes the stated age of 53 incorrect. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 108.64.147.70 ( talk) 19:48, 19 October 2012 (UTC)
There are no sources for criticism or praise. That's why I put up a template. -- Crazysunshine 07:18, 15 May 2006 (UTC)
Has anyone else expirenced this? I lived in Lousiana, and visit often, but whenever he is brought up, it's always in a nagetive way, almost like he "sold-out" after leaving Commander's. If anyone can cite this, I think it could be beneficial. FerventDove 17:06, 12 December 2006 (UTC)
Someone edited this in the trivia section "Paved the way for Cool chefs like Bobby Flay, G. Garvin, Guy Fieri, Jack McDavid, etc.". I'm not really familiar to Wikipedia's trivia standards but I'm pretty sure that's not trivia one reason because it's more of an opinion (notice where the editors says cool). But I'm also not familiar with Lagasse so he probably did pave the way for other famous chefs. Anyways I'm going to let you guys decide where to put it, that's if your going to put that piece of info at all.
I realize that most people know him as "Emeril," but Wikipedia has a policy to use last names, not first names, after the first reference to someone. The only exception is for stars known only by their first name, such as Cher, a position for which Lagasse doesn't qualify. Even Elvis Presley is referred to as "Presley" in his article. Moreover, it's inconsistent as "Lagasse" is used in a few places. Explain? Moncrief 18:56, 5 July 2007 (UTC)
There is no mention of his family in the article, except that the bio section discusses when he met his first wife. Doesn't make much sense to discuss his first wife without even mentioning his current one or any children. MikeND05 01:38, 24 July 2007 (UTC)
I don't think that this should be merged with the tv show. anybody else? RC-0722 ( talk) 16:20, 23 January 2008 (UTC)
Merge The television article is woefully short of context and content. A series that lasted only 7 episodes is unlikely to gender more content, and adding context is only going to repeat much that is in the main article. LessHeard vanU ( talk) 12:29, 2 February 2008 (UTC) Merge. Agree with LessHeard vanU Domestic Purée ( talk) 03:39, 24 June 2008 (UTC)
I completely removed the section on Emeril's "coolness" and his influence over other "cool" chefs. I'll lay out my reasons here and let the community debate it before anyone decides on putting it back or keeping it out, or modifying it. But for now, let's keep it out untill we resolve this, because it makes the article look really unprofessional.
- The term "cool" hardly seems appropriate for use in an encyclopedia (online, offline, opensource, or otherwise). It's completely arbitrary and open to personal tastes. There might be an argument that Lagasse paved the way for celebrity chefs, and ones that reached out to new, younger, demographics in particular. Emeril arguably brought a greater sense of culinary awareness to the masses (especially lower socioeconomic classes) while simultaneously taking popular cuisine and eating tastes and "elevating" them (or at least garnering them somewhat more respect amongst culinarians, thus part of the reason for the so-called divide between those that like and dislike his style). He also crossed the line between chef/television instructor and entertainer in a way that few other television chefs ever did--becoming a pop icon and connecting with mainstream audiences and attaining a level of popularity that was unprecedented (that should be cited, however). But to substitute the word "cool" is not an adequate discussion of these issues. "Cool" is open to interpretation and is a value judgement that has no place in this article.
- That brings me to the next big problem, the article seems to take the stance that Lagasse is, in fact, cool, as are the other chefs listed and that they all have him to thank. Even if the section is modified to focus on real and impartial issues like popularity or style, there need to be citations in order to avoid this becoming an oppinion. Even if we assume Emeril is "cool" and his compatriates are as well, there is the problem of establishing his role in their success. I'm sure many a food writer has listed Emeril as a key figure in the food revolution of the past few years, but this is an argument, not a fact. Hence, cite it or remove it.
- The other "cool" chef's listed largely come from Food Network, that presents the question of bias in the labeling itself as well as the selected examples. The real problem is a confusion between "cool" and "mass appeal"/"popularity" as well as target demographics. Or maybe I'm to understand that Food Network is synonomous with "cool chefs"? While I personally love the channel and its programming and I would also argue that there's a link between the network's success and the phenomenon of celebrity chefs and higher level cuisine in modern American pop culture, I would hardly say that this is impartial.
I doubt many of you needed much convincing on these points, but just in case, there you have it. Let's leave the section out entirely unless someone wants to rewrite it with appropriate citations, focus, and perspective. A serious look at Emeril's role in changes relating to the popularity and status of chefs, the phenomenon of the celebrity chef, and the popularity and perception of cooking and cooking styles in American cuisine are all valid topics, but I don't think Emeril's "coolness" is a valid section in any encyclopedia. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 74.74.102.247 ( talk) 18:33, 13 July 2008 (UTC)
I don't know what his exact date of birth is, but I believe what's listed is wrong. I remember a mention of his 50th b-day on TV years ago. The source may be incorrect. MasterPainter ( talk) 19:57, 21 February 2010 (UTC)
It also lists him as a graduate of culinary school at age 18, since it states he was born in October 1959 and graduated in 1978. His date of birth is wrong. MasterPainter ( talk) 04:13, 8 March 2010 (UTC)
The article says his birthplace is St. Louis, MO but the box says it was Fall River, MA. Does anyone know which one is right? Or is that trying to say he was born in Fall River and raised in St. Louis? Willcrys 84 ( talk) 13:16, 20 April 2010 (UTC)
If his son is Emeril John Lagasse IV then logically this guy needs to have III added after his name in the opening line and in the top line of the data box under his photograph. Furthermore, his father's name seems to be missing the middle name of John, which logically it should have. Dick Kimball ( talk) 19:51, 10 December 2010 (UTC)
Can someone please hyperlink his newly announced 2013 award from the James Beard Foundation? Im not familiar with WIKI and IDK how things work that well. Thank you!
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The article doesn't mention his clothing line. You can find shoes on his website. SharkD Talk 04:36, 3 November 2017 (UTC)
The citation (#1) in the notes is a dead link, but I am sure some source can be found to verify his basic biography. AlexanderSoul ( talk) 22:19, 27 December 2018 (UTC)
I can't find any evidence that Emeril was into Mixed Martial Arts and Boxing, I'm thinking that was incorrectly added? Also, I changed his height from 6'9" back to 5'7". — Preceding unsigned comment added by Guyonphone ( talk • contribs) 02:26, 6 November 2019 (UTC)
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If so, Lagasse didn't coin the phrase, his friend did. Lagassee borrows/uses/steals it. signed: greenskate |
Emeril's wife's name is Alden. With an "N". Not Aldeh. 184.77.203.226 ( talk) 16:50, 14 June 2010 (UTC)
There should be a sidenote about Lagasse being the inspiration for Elzar on Futurama.I couldnt find a reference right now though. —Preceding unsigned comment added by TheLurkerattheThreshold ( talk • contribs) 13:43, 20 January 2010 (UTC)
This whole article totally sucks. It's a disgrace. These morons talk about Emeril live being canceled before even mentioning what it is. Wikipedia is a damn joke...... —Preceding unsigned comment added by 66.30.156.157 ( talk) 03:23, 14 June 2008 (UTC)
He never graduated from Johnson & Wales. He was later given an honorary diploma.
How did Emeril Lagasse contribute to the cuisine? —This unsigned comment was added by 24.193.79.41 ( talk • contribs) .
I'll wait to see if other people respond favorably to this, but shouldn't someone put something on here about how many chefs seem to hate Emeril and his idiotic "bam" and "kick it up a notch" hamminess (bad pun, sorry)? ( Anthony Bourdain in particular.) ( arevolvingonob)
Who gives a shit what Bourdain thinks about anything? He couldn't carry Emerils jock stap man. He's a fart in the wind compared to Emeril.....
He was born in 1952 which makes the stated age of 53 incorrect. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 108.64.147.70 ( talk) 19:48, 19 October 2012 (UTC)
There are no sources for criticism or praise. That's why I put up a template. -- Crazysunshine 07:18, 15 May 2006 (UTC)
Has anyone else expirenced this? I lived in Lousiana, and visit often, but whenever he is brought up, it's always in a nagetive way, almost like he "sold-out" after leaving Commander's. If anyone can cite this, I think it could be beneficial. FerventDove 17:06, 12 December 2006 (UTC)
Someone edited this in the trivia section "Paved the way for Cool chefs like Bobby Flay, G. Garvin, Guy Fieri, Jack McDavid, etc.". I'm not really familiar to Wikipedia's trivia standards but I'm pretty sure that's not trivia one reason because it's more of an opinion (notice where the editors says cool). But I'm also not familiar with Lagasse so he probably did pave the way for other famous chefs. Anyways I'm going to let you guys decide where to put it, that's if your going to put that piece of info at all.
I realize that most people know him as "Emeril," but Wikipedia has a policy to use last names, not first names, after the first reference to someone. The only exception is for stars known only by their first name, such as Cher, a position for which Lagasse doesn't qualify. Even Elvis Presley is referred to as "Presley" in his article. Moreover, it's inconsistent as "Lagasse" is used in a few places. Explain? Moncrief 18:56, 5 July 2007 (UTC)
There is no mention of his family in the article, except that the bio section discusses when he met his first wife. Doesn't make much sense to discuss his first wife without even mentioning his current one or any children. MikeND05 01:38, 24 July 2007 (UTC)
I don't think that this should be merged with the tv show. anybody else? RC-0722 ( talk) 16:20, 23 January 2008 (UTC)
Merge The television article is woefully short of context and content. A series that lasted only 7 episodes is unlikely to gender more content, and adding context is only going to repeat much that is in the main article. LessHeard vanU ( talk) 12:29, 2 February 2008 (UTC) Merge. Agree with LessHeard vanU Domestic Purée ( talk) 03:39, 24 June 2008 (UTC)
I completely removed the section on Emeril's "coolness" and his influence over other "cool" chefs. I'll lay out my reasons here and let the community debate it before anyone decides on putting it back or keeping it out, or modifying it. But for now, let's keep it out untill we resolve this, because it makes the article look really unprofessional.
- The term "cool" hardly seems appropriate for use in an encyclopedia (online, offline, opensource, or otherwise). It's completely arbitrary and open to personal tastes. There might be an argument that Lagasse paved the way for celebrity chefs, and ones that reached out to new, younger, demographics in particular. Emeril arguably brought a greater sense of culinary awareness to the masses (especially lower socioeconomic classes) while simultaneously taking popular cuisine and eating tastes and "elevating" them (or at least garnering them somewhat more respect amongst culinarians, thus part of the reason for the so-called divide between those that like and dislike his style). He also crossed the line between chef/television instructor and entertainer in a way that few other television chefs ever did--becoming a pop icon and connecting with mainstream audiences and attaining a level of popularity that was unprecedented (that should be cited, however). But to substitute the word "cool" is not an adequate discussion of these issues. "Cool" is open to interpretation and is a value judgement that has no place in this article.
- That brings me to the next big problem, the article seems to take the stance that Lagasse is, in fact, cool, as are the other chefs listed and that they all have him to thank. Even if the section is modified to focus on real and impartial issues like popularity or style, there need to be citations in order to avoid this becoming an oppinion. Even if we assume Emeril is "cool" and his compatriates are as well, there is the problem of establishing his role in their success. I'm sure many a food writer has listed Emeril as a key figure in the food revolution of the past few years, but this is an argument, not a fact. Hence, cite it or remove it.
- The other "cool" chef's listed largely come from Food Network, that presents the question of bias in the labeling itself as well as the selected examples. The real problem is a confusion between "cool" and "mass appeal"/"popularity" as well as target demographics. Or maybe I'm to understand that Food Network is synonomous with "cool chefs"? While I personally love the channel and its programming and I would also argue that there's a link between the network's success and the phenomenon of celebrity chefs and higher level cuisine in modern American pop culture, I would hardly say that this is impartial.
I doubt many of you needed much convincing on these points, but just in case, there you have it. Let's leave the section out entirely unless someone wants to rewrite it with appropriate citations, focus, and perspective. A serious look at Emeril's role in changes relating to the popularity and status of chefs, the phenomenon of the celebrity chef, and the popularity and perception of cooking and cooking styles in American cuisine are all valid topics, but I don't think Emeril's "coolness" is a valid section in any encyclopedia. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 74.74.102.247 ( talk) 18:33, 13 July 2008 (UTC)
I don't know what his exact date of birth is, but I believe what's listed is wrong. I remember a mention of his 50th b-day on TV years ago. The source may be incorrect. MasterPainter ( talk) 19:57, 21 February 2010 (UTC)
It also lists him as a graduate of culinary school at age 18, since it states he was born in October 1959 and graduated in 1978. His date of birth is wrong. MasterPainter ( talk) 04:13, 8 March 2010 (UTC)
The article says his birthplace is St. Louis, MO but the box says it was Fall River, MA. Does anyone know which one is right? Or is that trying to say he was born in Fall River and raised in St. Louis? Willcrys 84 ( talk) 13:16, 20 April 2010 (UTC)
If his son is Emeril John Lagasse IV then logically this guy needs to have III added after his name in the opening line and in the top line of the data box under his photograph. Furthermore, his father's name seems to be missing the middle name of John, which logically it should have. Dick Kimball ( talk) 19:51, 10 December 2010 (UTC)
Can someone please hyperlink his newly announced 2013 award from the James Beard Foundation? Im not familiar with WIKI and IDK how things work that well. Thank you!
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The article doesn't mention his clothing line. You can find shoes on his website. SharkD Talk 04:36, 3 November 2017 (UTC)
The citation (#1) in the notes is a dead link, but I am sure some source can be found to verify his basic biography. AlexanderSoul ( talk) 22:19, 27 December 2018 (UTC)
I can't find any evidence that Emeril was into Mixed Martial Arts and Boxing, I'm thinking that was incorrectly added? Also, I changed his height from 6'9" back to 5'7". — Preceding unsigned comment added by Guyonphone ( talk • contribs) 02:26, 6 November 2019 (UTC)
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