Food television opened the eyes, and palates, of our guests. They became more adventurous.

When I was 27, if I didn't put 15 things in one dish I wasn't happy.

Now everybody thinks that once you do Top Chef, then 13 weeks later you're a chef. Nobody wants to learn to cook anymore.

It is so nice to talk to someone that has a passion for food and family.

New Yorkers think they have everything, all the best art and music. But really L.A. is a better place.

The usage of proper salt is really just a small piece of education. However, I want people to really get the proper nutrition from food for them and their family.

I tell everybody the same thing: You have to make every dish so when you taste it, you should remember it when you go home.