The world has changed, and it's almost been 11 years. I have 975 employees. I have six restaurants. We haven't opened any new ones in almost three years.

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

Spice is life. It depends upon what you like... have fun with it. Yes, food is serious, but you should have fun with it.

My Food Network shows, 'Emeril Live' and 'Essence of Emeril,' are not in production right now, but I wouldn't say that I'm necessarily leaving Food Network. I have a lot of television still in me. I enjoy teaching people, so it's just a matter of time before I do something new.

The premise of 'The Originals' are places that have been open 50, 60, 75, 100 years or longer that are still doing it right that maybe a lot of people, particularly the younger generations, have not even thought about.

Many of my staff have been with me for over 20 years. I have a great team, and I make sure they feel respected and appreciated.

Get up every day and try a little harder than the day before.