Talking up a storm about food is so easy for me, it's second nature.

I was pleasantly surprised after the book came out. It was like, hey, the home team put down a nice score.

Just over 800 people were gathered around the cooking stage, all eager to learn about my five-minute flavor cooking. The demonstration had to be done right then and there, in front of everyone.

I can now focus on a huge audience through TV, books, cookware and foods.

Be curious, learn and read as much as you can about food. Don't worry about making money. Focus on learning at various venues before you settle down for a steady position.

I came literally to the table with a wealth of knowledge by simply understanding how food should taste.

Talking up a storm about food is so easy for me, it's second nature.