Oh, did I tell you I have a cookbook? I have a cookbook deal.

I really have a great deal of humility in that department, and a great deal of respect for people who spend their lives learning how to make these amazing preparations.

To me, the kitchen is a place of adventure and entirely fun, not drudgery. I can't think of anything better to do with family and friends than to be together to create something.

The world is full of people who would like nothing better than to spend six hours on a golf course. I would rather be chopping shallots.

I am much more interested in the process than results.

The great mystery to me is how restaurant critics think they can get away with doing their job without anybody noticing who they are.

Cooking for people is an enormously significant expression of generosity and soulfulness.