One thing that happens when you're pregnant is that as your stomach starts to stretch. It itches! So I have to keep my belly really lubricated. Every morning, there's a buttering ceremony after I get out of the shower. It's really like basting a turkey with body butter.

I've always thought the back is one of the most beautiful parts of a woman.

I grew up a vegetarian. Then, because I grew up in the states, I started slowly eating meat. First it was bologna sandwiches, or pepperoni on pizza.

Where is it written that a smart woman can't also be stacked?

I was lucky to have a successful career as a model, but that was just a way to pay off my college loans.

The best thing you can do for someone is make them a beautiful plate of food. How else can you invade someone's body without actually touching them?

I have great empathy for all the contestants that come on 'Top Chef,' whether they go home right away or they make it to the finish line. It's a very vulnerable position they put themselves in and I feel for them.