I was a Republican until I got to New York and had to live on $18 a week. It was then that I became a Democrat.

A house without a cat is like a day without sunshine, a pie without fromage, a dinner without wine.

I always try to buy just what I need. You get ideas as to what's in season and what's best. I think if you have a preconceived idea before shopping, that makes it difficult. You have to have an open mind.

I think anyone who is a carnivore needs to understand that meat does not originally come in these neat little packages.

I would happily die with a bottle of white Burgundy in my mouth.

In spite of food fads, fitness programs, and health concerns, we must never lose sight of a beautifully conceived meal.

No matter what happens in the kitchen, never apologize.