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

You can't fake being able to cook well.

There's not a single chef I know of that does not think about the politics of the food they're serving.

Like baseball, food will never go out of style; we will always need to eat and we will always find it entertaining. I think of food TV this way - all the fun and none of the calories.

Find combinations of flavors you love and buy the best quality ingredients you can afford. Your food is only going to be as good as the sum of its parts, like anything else.

I always want my guests to be happy and impressed.

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