It will always be trendy to do the right thing with food.

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.

In Africa, you have no clean water, but you have good food options. In Harlem, everyone can shower and get fresh water, but you often have bad food options.

I'm a big believer in the negligee, that nearly invisible screen standing between you and the object of your desire.

In Europe I couldn't be anything but a black cook working for somebody. My inspiration was to own, to be the chef.

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

Thanksgiving is probably my favorite holiday - it's a day that's American to the core and it's a day that's all about what and how we eat.