You Have To Be Driven.

I Believe Fernand Point Is One Of The Last True Gourmands Of The 20th Century. His Ruminations Are Extraordinary And Thought-provoking. He Has Been An Inspiration For Legions Of Chefs.

Any Job Worth Doing Is Worth Doing Well. But To Be Able To Do That, You Have To Do It Over And Over Again.

The Media Builds You Up, And Then It Tears You Down.

I Wonder If I Love The Communal Act Of Eating So Much Because Throughout My Childhood, With Four Older Brothers And A Mom Who Worked In The Restaurant Business, I Spent A Lot Of Time Fending For Myself, Eating Alone - And Recognizing How Eating Together Made All The Difference.

My Favorite Wines Are Zinfandels.