GR's undriving passion for excellence has completely inspired me to do once again fuel the drive in myself to find something i love to do and do it to the very best of my ability. Thank you, Gordon, you rock. Nancy A, Toronto, Canada

nancy arcand, toronto, Canada

".with a patronising list of basics that Delia taught everyone years ago" (John)
Sorry, they are not in my Delia book and I wasn't around when she was at her peak. Seems useful to repeat these hints for each new generation and if GR can add his "authority" people might be less hesitant to accept them.
Given that he is still considered one of the best why not try to learn from him in the hope of beating him one day instead of all the nit-picking jealousy?

David Brown, Brentwood, UK

What a master!
His attitude is only benefitial to his under-studies, they learn better that way, I know I do. His comments are only him speaking aloud when others keep hush hush. In the end, he creates AMAZING chefs and gives them the confidence they've needed.

Graeme, ottawa,

Love your programme, it makes me realise how hard you boys work..one day i'll save me pension instead of frittering it away on rent and council tax and eat there instead!

mrs thornton, london,

I saw Gordon's programme "Hell's kitchen" last night, trying to help a restauranteuse in Paris. I love food but also found his whole attitude raw, passionate and inspirational for any business owner!! What a guy!! Think he would be great at whatever he chose to do in life !! It has also inspired me to read and try more of his recipes ad tips!! Thanks ! Jill Sutherland, Spain.

Jill Sutherland, alicante, spain

As a proffesional chef for the past 18 years and being sick to bloody death of the likes of Delia Smith and the like Gordon Ramsey is like a breath of fresh air and has given me lots of insperation over the past 5 or so years. I dont mean the way he is portrayed on Hell's Kitchen but as a man so passionate about what he does. Always changing and evolving trying and pushing the boundaries of what we know today in the clinary world. He deserves every ounce of our respect and all his well earned Michelan stars and AA Rosettes. I would give my right arm to work with the man so Gordon if your reading this ???? Paul Burley Head Chef of The Redcastle Hotel (Carlton Group ) Co. Donegal Ireland

Paul Burley, Eglinton, Derry

GM - you are the man! Thanks for tips 1,2 & 4. As I cook those the most. Love your cooking and your various shows. Pretty refreshing to see some real honesty on TV these days. Everything else is so contrived - I'm glad you're keeping it real!
Looking forward to dining at your New York restaurant in Dec. Can't wait!

Slaine, Sunshine Coast, Australia/Q

Good article and good tips.Keep up the good work. Alan Wood Chef, Isla Margarita

alan wood , Porlamar, Isla Margarita

I do not think Gordon is ailing,he has just been awarded yet another Michelin Star! So many younger people do not have the benefit of Delia,or more importantly,Mothers and Grandmothers or domestic science lessons.Carry on,Gordon,we love you!

Helen, Solihull, West Midlands

Nice article, shame about not being able to enter the competition - web addresses and links don't work for me.

Ants Wreathall, Horsham, UK

I admire and passively support the cause Mr. Ramsay is promoting. Namely, improving UK cuisine standards. Wish him every success, but suspect he has an up-hill battle on his hands. Lost causes I have known...but this has to be the mother of them all.

Andrew Milner, Karuizawa, Nagano

I believe that Gordon Ramsay is one of the most passionate, commited and enthusiastic chiefs around today.

He is doubtless responsible for encouraging a completely new generation of would be cooks/chiefs to pick up the utensils and give it a go...he certainly did it for me.

He makes it fun, intersting and almost like a sport so all the would be detractors should just take a moment to reflect......perhaps they are jealous of Gordon's fully justifed success.

Ian Brooks, Glasgow, UK

John:

I was rather young when Delia taught 'everyone' these kitchen basics so did not learn them.

Ramsay is a class act. It's inevitable that he'll have his enemies, as anyone does when they are at the top of their game. I am sure he is quite content despite those who try to slate him.

John (not an idiot though), Oxford,

Steven, John, are you completely out of your minds? Gordon Ramsay has just got two Michelin stars for his restaurant in New York (That's in less than one year of being open). How on earth can he be called an ailing entrepeneur?

Actually, Delia did not and does not mention a lot of the advice that Gordon Ramsay gives. She is a good teacher for the home cook, but she does not pretend to teach to the culinary level of Gordon Ramsay.

I am so sick of the Gordon Ramay bashers. The man is one of the greates chef's in the whole world and the Brits, for some stupid reason need to attack him.

I presume that Steven and John have three star restaurants and have just "cracked" New York, In other words, "Put up or shut up"

Marc, St. Barthelemy,

Now he is on the way down the ailing entrepreneur is desperately trying to give us his nice, caring, smiling side with a few useless tips and a fake smile.

Steven Ward, Brighton, Sussex, England

John, not everyone was around years ago! Thanks for the tips Gordon.

Rita, London,

the next (or first item) on this list should be a pair of really top class kitchen scissors.......

honor, gaucin, spain

Yawn..........another puff for another Ramsay product....................with a patronising list of basics that Delia taught everyone years ago

John, Kent,