I love Thanksgiving because it's a holiday that is centered around food and family, two things that are of utmost importance to me.

Where is the stretch? Where is the perfect fit? Where does it make sense? You have to be a Baryshnikov.

In Ethiopia, food is often looked at through a strong spiritual lens, stronger than anywhere else I know. It's the focal point of weddings, births and funerals and is a daily ceremony from the preparation of the meal and the washing of hands to the sharing of meals.

Hard work IS its own reward. Integrity IS priceless. Art DOES feed the soul.

As a chef and activist, I'm particularly concerned with food politics issues such as the farm bill.

Just like keeping a healthy diet is important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, eating the right foods is just as important for getting the most out of your workout.

We struggle with eating healthily, obesity, and access to good nutrition for everyone. But we have a great opportunity to get on the right side of this battle by beginning to think differently about the way that we eat and the way that we approach food.