The author states switching from cooking to washing dishes is a huge context switch and a waste of time...I disagree. Everyone who cooks efficiently is constantly switching between tasks, since you're often waiting a few minutes before your next cooking step can occur. Maybe in a professional restaurant where your role is defined, then no, don't switch roles.
But in your own kitchen? While my toast is toasting, you know I'm going to get a head start on the dishes, or chop those garnishes, or check in on a second dish, etc. If I cooked by focusing solely on each task until it's done, I'd probably use 50-100% more time to do the same job maybe 10% better.
But in your own kitchen? While my toast is toasting, you know I'm going to get a head start on the dishes, or chop those garnishes, or check in on a second dish, etc. If I cooked by focusing solely on each task until it's done, I'd probably use 50-100% more time to do the same job maybe 10% better.