Men with shaved heads are always better. Just ask my wife.

I hate okra and grated mountain yam for the same reason. They're both slimy.

As a chef, I had started working with groups like Share Our Strength and various local food banks in New York, raising money for hunger-related issues. And not only me, but the entire restaurant industry has been very focused on this issue.

People are not hungry because we dont produce enough. People are hungry for political reasons.

I can't deliver lines, but I can talk about food all night long.

I know nothing about hip-hop... There's only so many times you can grab your crotch and prance around stage. I'm gonna get slammed now for this.

Many of them have accomplished a lot before they ever get to 'Top Chef' although they're not well known. The show just provides them with a platform. There's just one winner and on some seasons you can get numerous chefs that are really good. Even if they don't win, they're all talented.