Cooking hasn't yet been accepted as the art form it is. It should be on the level with any of the other art forms.

Once you have mastered a technique, you barely have to look at a recipe again

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.

It's so beautifully arranged on the plate - you know someone's fingers have been all over it.

I'm afraid that surprise, shock, and regret is the fate of authors when they finally see themselves on the page.

It's a shame to be caught up in something that doesn't absolutely make you tremble with joy.

I wouldn't keep him around long if I didn't feed him well.