I eat for a living, so working out is definitely part of my job, the same way that the eating, tasting, and drinking is. I try to keep up a consistent workout routine, but I'm not the kind of person who goes to the gym every day and does the same routine.

In America, Blackberry Farm in Tennessee is one of the most amazing hotels I've had the privilege of staying at.

It's better to get the nutrients for healthy skin from food, not supplements. Salmon, walnuts, blueberries, spinach... lots of my favorite foods happen to be amazing for skin too.

Patience was not something that came naturally to me, but in cooking it is the quintessential skill.

I always want my guests to be happy and impressed.

My mother's kitchen was built to be the focal point of our house. I got into the kitchen often as a child.

Balance is key in cooking - you want a little acid, a little sweet, a little savory - the flavors should be harmonious.