Now, it has always been clear that Gordon has no love affair with people who are overweight. But I've always seen that disdain as an outgrowth of the problems he sees with them performing in the intense heat and stress of a fast-moving kitchen. You know - sweat, close-quarters, lack of agility. that sort of thing.
But last night, after the men had won a challenge, he first calls Robert, the fat chef, into his office to tell him that he won't be able to fly on the helicopter because of insurance restrictions. But then he seemingly gives him the good news, in that he will still be able to go, just by ferry. Robert seems to cheer up then.
Then they switch to clips of all the other men on the helicopter and then on the island enjoying the sites. Robert is in transit all this time.
When he gets there, Ramsey, tells him that there is good news and bad news. And the bad news was that they were done and that they were heading back. Robert didn't get to enjoy the reward at all. It just seemed so mean-spirited and childish. I've alway enjoyed the show, but I'm seriously thinking about not watching it again.
What do you all think? Was this over the line?
