I grew up in Fall River, Massachusetts. My background was modest, and I worked at a Portuguese bakery in town.

Music is one of those things that is constantly going in my head all the time. It's sort of like the evolution and creation of doing food, or my philosophy about wine. It's always beating in my head, so it keeps the spirit moving.

Start with a clean grill. Keep it clean by brushing with a wire brush after preheating, and again after cooking. Make sure to oil your grates and your food before putting it on the grill to keep it from sticking.

Spain has some of the richest culinary traditions and truly appreciates food that is simply prepared with top-notch ingredients.

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

I started cooking when I was about 10. I have memories like when I was 6 or 7 with my mom, and when I was 12 I started getting real serious about cooking.

I came here because the city has a tradition and is a very respected food city.