Never Apologize For Your Cooking.

I Don't Use The Word Gourmet. The Word Doesn't Mean Anything Anymore. 'gourmet' Makes It Sound Like Someone Is Putting Sherry Wine In The Corn-flake Casserole.

The Measure Of Achievement Is Not Winning Awards. It's Doing Something That You Appreciate, Something You Believe Is Worthwhile.

I Always Try To Buy Just What I Need. You Get Ideas As To What's In Season And What's Best. I Think If You Have A Preconceived Idea Before Shopping, That Makes It Difficult. You Have To Have An Open Mind.

The Only Real Stumbling Block Is Fear Of Failure. In Cooking You've Got To Have A What-the-hell Attitude.

Cooking Hasn't Yet Been Accepted As The Art Form It Is. It Should Be On The Level With Any Of The Other Art Forms.