I like the fact that Melbourne always seems to support their chefs and promote them in ways I find really admirable.

It's that show Friends. Ruined coffee forever.

Is there a sharper commentary on American culture and the world than The Simpsons?

In that sense, what a great way to live, if you could always do things that interest you, and do them with people who interest you.

When I was writing 'Kitchen Confidential,' I was in my 40s, I had never paid rent on time, I was 10 years behind on my taxes, I had never owned my own furniture or a car.

I listen a lot to how people speak. I've read a great many good books in my life. I had some excellent English teachers. Surely, those things were helpful.

I feel that if Jacques Pepin shows you how to make an omelet, the matter is pretty much settled. That's God talking.