Success is measured by the memories you create.

Its not about passion. Passion is something that we tend to overemphasize, that we certainly place too much importance on. Passion ebbs and flows. To me, it's about desire. If you have constant, unwavering desire to be a cook, then u'll be a great cook.

My favorite wines are Zinfandels.

I think that's the important thing - being aware of that inspiration and being able to interpret it into something that's meaningful for you.

Food is such an important part of our lives, and sometimes we tend to diminish the importance of that, because we rely on conveniences or because our lives are so complicated. We forget about those moments that we can actually share around the table with our family, with our friends, with our loved ones.

Whether it's destiny or fate or whatever, I don't think I could do a French Laundry anywhere else.

A recipe has no soul. You, as the cook, must bring soul to the recipe.