I have two young boys, and my wife is at home. Most of the time, I will cook the food, and we'll eat together.

A lot of chefs are traditional and do it very well. But the ones who are the most successful are the ones who change things. That is why someone like Heston Blumenthal is a genius.

Thirty-five years ago, being a cook was the same as being a used-car salesman.

I used to write cookbooks. It was passion to try to bring healthy and fun recipes to people's homes. It was a way to bring my home to theirs.

America has undergone a total food and wine revolution.

I love strong flavors too. Like I don't mind if it looks clean and clear and you know what you are eating if it has Italian, Chinese or Japanese flavor I love them all.

For me, cooking is an expression of the land where you are and the culture of that place.