Obviously, the easiest recipes are the most successful when it comes to the home cook, because they're not intimidated by them. If I'm doing 'Boy Meets Grill,' and I do something very simple like grilled hamburgers or steaks or chicken, those are the most sought-after recipes.

Basically, there are two things we know: Everybody has less time, and the general public is demanding better food - better in terms of quality and better in terms of flavor.

I think everybody at some point in time has thought to themselves, "I have a really great idea for a restaurant."

Take risks and you'll get the payoffs. Learn from your mistakes until you succeed.

Today, when I hire, I look for people who want to be trained and molded.

Charcoal or gas. Both give excellent results, so choose the one that best suits your style of cooking.

You have to have your face in the food. These days people think a tattoo and a bottle of Sriracha equals success.