Yes, there are many celebrity chefs but only a few chefs have impressed on an international scale. These people change our perception of what cuisine should be like. Not only that, they also get us to part – willingly, of course – with big amounts of our cash.
Ferran Adrià Acosta
People who love food know about El Bulli and dream of going there at least once in their live. Adrià, whom Gourmet Magazine named the Salvador Dali of the kitchen, has been the head chef of the El Bulli restaurant since 1984. Adrià made molecular gastronomy, which means the pairing of unusual flavours and textures, famous. The restaurant received its second and third Michelin stars in 1990 and 1997 and it has been Restaurant Magazine’s Best restaurant in the world from 2006-8. Read the rest of this entry »
Motivational speaking is a fine art, and a very lucrative career it seems. And if you don’t believe me, take a look at these successful motivational speakers who used their talents and know-how to carve a career out of helping people and changing lives. And if changing lives is not satisfying enough, the increase in bank balance must surely help.
Anthony Robbins:
Anthony Robbins has for a long time been a popular motivational speaker. Not only that, he is also a well established author of numerous self help books, including the bestselling book, Unlimited Power: The New Science of Personal Achievement.
Robbins first gained popularity in America through various television infomercials that promoted his personal development seminars and audio programmes. Soon he became a well-known force in the industry, and has even worked with a string of famous public figures. Popular personalities, world leaders, and celebrities associated with Robbins include Nelson Mandela, Bill Clinton, Princess Diana, Pamela Anderson, Quincy Jones, and Anthony Hopkins. Read the rest of this entry »
In a time of digital photography and laser printing, few of us have the honour of experiencing a truly magnificent piece of artwork. But in the past, art was a form of expressing yourself and sharing your talent with the world. Some of the most talented painters of the past have influenced the world of art as we know it today. Here is a list of five influential artists who have made an impressive impact in the world of art, years, decades, and even centuries after their death.
Leonardo da Vinci:
If ever there was a man of diverse talent, it would be Leonardo da Vinci. This Italian scientist, engineer, mathematician, painter, sculptor, inventor, musician, anatomist, botanist, geologist and writer have been called one of the greatest painters to ever live. Leonardo is the man responsible for creating two of the most famous paintings in the world, the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.
Where the Hell is Matt is a video detailing Matt’s 14-month journey to 42 countries, dancing in each location. He is soon joined by fellow locals in his dances, showing that no matter where you are in the world, you are able to bring people together through song, dance and positivity.
Influence comes in many forms, from a 54-year-old media mogul, to a 24-year-old Harvard drop-out. But whether these people have influenced the world for the better or worst, they still deserve to be recognised. Here is a list of five people (in no particular order) whom I think greatly influenced the world in their respective fields.
Oprah Winfrey
Born on 29 January 1954, Oprah Winfrey is probably one of the most popular and influential women of our time. Oprah is an American TV host, media mogul, philanthropist, Academy nominated actress, book critic, and magazine publisher, not to mention one of the richest females in the entertainment industry. But it is not Oprah the actress or Oprah the richest female in entertainment that makes this powerful and fascinating women influential. It is her incredible heart that has garnered her praise, adoration and respect the world over.
People who love food know about El Bulli and dream of going there at least once in their live. Adrià, whom Gourmet Magazine named the Salvador Dali of the kitchen, has been the head chef of the El Bulli restaurant since 1984. Adrià made molecular gastronomy, which means the pairing of unusual flavours and textures, famous. The restaurant received its second and third Michelin stars in 1990 and 1997 and it has been Restaurant Magazine’s Best restaurant in the world from 2006-8.
Anthony Robbins has for a long time been a popular motivational speaker. Not only that, he is also a well established author of numerous self help books, including the bestselling book, Unlimited Power: The New Science of Personal Achievement.
