I had a fierce curiosity about this food thing.

I had a fierce curiosity about this food thing.

When I first decided to open a restaurant, I was turned down by several banks. It was the late 80's and many restaurants were failing. I refused to give up because I knew I had a good concept.

I think you've got to keep it simple, keep it fresh. Stay away from all that processed stuff, read the labels.

Food is very representative of a city's culture. In order to really get to know a place and the people, you've got to eat the food.

My favorite Aspen memory is saving an upside-down cake that had exploded from the high altitude.

What I go for in my cooking is sinful, bold and real.