I don't think about whether people will remember me or not. I've been an ok person. I've learned a lot. I've taught people a thing or two. That's what's important.

I love root vegetables: carrots, parsnips, and turnips.

I don't use the word gourmet. The word doesn't mean anything anymore. 'Gourmet' makes it sound like someone is putting sherry wine in the corn-flake casserole.

You have to eat to cook. You can't be a good cook and be a noneater. I think eating is the secret to good cooking.

Celebrity has its uses. I can always get a seat in any restaurant.

You don’t spring into good cooking naked. You have to have some training. You have to learn how to eat.

Food like love is a deeply emotional matter.