I don't snack. I don't generally eat sweets or drink soda. I never eat between meals or even before big ones.

No one understands and appreciates the American Dream of hard work leading to material rewards better than a non-American.

People are generally proud of their food. A willingness to eat and drink with people without fear and prejudice... they open up to you in ways that somebody visiting who is driven by a story may not get.

I've seen zero evidence of any nation on Earth other than Mexico even remotely having the slightest clue what Mexican food is about or even come close to reproducing it. It is perhaps the most misunderstood country and cuisine on Earth.

Only Texans and Jews understand brisket

My daughter always behaved in restaurants. And if she didn't, she's going out. I mean, one of the parents is going to take her outside. Immediately.

Even on the Serengeti, it ain't a barbecue if there ain't some kind of beer.