Scorching a Baked Alaska

When it comes to food, many chefs need to differentiate themselves from the competition. While we would all love taste to be the differentiating factor, gimmicks are a lot easier. We've all fallen victim to the flash bangs of the world. Whether it's the chef at Benihana or some of the gastro pubs, there are times when chefs go too far.

Chef Homaro Cantu's interpretation of a Baked Alaska is anything but subtle. It's way too heavy handed.....

Watch the video at chicago foodies.