Just because the Americans are so good at rattling out accessible and cheap junk food, nobody looks twice when it comes to their food. But there are golden nuggets everywhere.

When you are trying to move mountains you want-and need-people on your side who want to move them with you.

The whole idea is to earn the flavor. No one gives it to you.

What we call barbecuing in this country is actually direct grilling. In many countries, it also means cooking in an enclosed box with a heat source, ideally wood, all year round.

God, why do I give interviews to 'the Guardian'? They always try to dissect you, and I don't really think about stuff in the way that you're asking me these questions.

Why would any sensible human being put meat filled with ammonia in the mouths of their children?

Cooking is the ultimate giving!