We are so bemused by our own petard, that we are unable to look at things objectively.
Without peanuts, it isn't a cocktail party.
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.
No matter what happens in the kitchen, never apologize.
Cooking well doesn't mean cooking fancy.
The main thing is to have a gutsy approach and use your head.