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Charlie Trotter

A jazz musician can improvise based on his knowledge of music. He understands how things go together. For a chef, once you have that basis, that's when cuisine is truly exciting.

Charlie Trotter

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Charlie Trotter is saying that having a strong foundation of knowledge allows a person to creatively combine elements in their field. This deep understanding is what makes the work—whether music or cooking—interesting and innovative.

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