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.

Cooking is in an honest profession where you cannot hide and let others do the work for you. You have to show up, work hard and prove you can do it faster and better. And find a mentor who will recognize your talent and push you in the right direction.

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.

We can all agree that government cant solve the obesity crisis alone. Its an ongoing issue that will require a collaborative effort across private and public sectors if we want to see some long-term success.