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.

There are reasons, and then there are excuses.

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.

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

My father was in charge of managing the farm.

The main thing is to have a gutsy approach and use your head.

If you are going to flip something, you must have the courage of your convictions.