Getting a sheepskin

Find out what makes the best chefs then prepare for tomorrows major...seasoning?

Today's Metal Sheep title refers to getting a degree or diploma, as it’s usually printed on parchment which comes from sheepskin.  Now although we do run accredited diploma courses in feng shui and Chinese astrology, see taking a course, we mean this in a more literal sense. That’s because, today's metal element itself actually refers to skin and according to the Chinese book of nature, tomorrow sees the onset of winter. I therefore suggest that a sheepskin jacket (although faux ) is far more appropriate to help fend off the cold weather.

 With such a major cycle starting tomorrow, the Chinese almanac recommends only quiet reflection, meditation or honouring ancestors. It advises against laying foundations or making soy.  I wouldn’t want to mix these activities up as a structure built on recipes is a … cake isn’t it? Maybe it has a deeper more profound meaning and refers to a career in cooking?

On the subject of which, famous chef Gordon Ramsay was born on a much luckier Metal Sheep day and it’s actually his birthday in 2 days’ time. I don’t know what type of cake he will have but I bet he won’t bake it today. In fact, it is his combination of Metal and Earth elements that imbues him with such talent that he is able to create so many complex and flavoursome dishes. What does it do for you? See our dedicated Metal Sheep web page and find out. 

We will return tomorrow with a Water Monkey - now that’s what I call a Masterchef ingredient!  

Until then, enjoy moment of NOW!

Finn & Slim Shooey