I think one of the terrible things today is that people have this deathly fear of food: fear of eggs, say, or fear of butter. Most doctors feel that you can have a little bit of everything.

A cookbook is only as good as its poorest recipe.

You learn to cook so that you don't have to be a slave to recipes. You get what's in season and you know what to do with it.

I’m awfully sorry for people who are taken in by all of today’s dietary mumbo jumbo. They are not getting any enjoyment out of their food.

As we say in the American Institute of Wine and Food, small helpings, no seconds. A little bit of everything. No snacking. And have a good time.

You never forget a beautiful thing that you have made. Even after you eat it, it stays with you - always.

Just speak very loudly and quickly, and state your position with utter conviction, as the French do, and you'll have a marvelous time!