The main thing is to have a gutsy approach and use your head.

Moderation. Small helpings. Sample a little bit of everything. These are the secrets of happiness and good health.

...nothing is too much trouble if it turns out the way it should.

The sweetness and generosity and politeness and gentleness and humanity of the French had shown me how lovely life can be if one takes time to be friendly.

Wine is a living liquid containing no preservatives. Its life cycle comprises youth, maturity, old age, and death. When not treated with reasonable respect it will sicken and die.

In department stores, so much kitchen equipment is bought indiscriminately by people who just come in for men's underwear.

Never apologize for your cooking.