Attitudes Toward Food Have Completely Changed.

People Say, "what Happens In Vegas Stays In Vegas." Because People Do Wild And Crazy Things In Vegas That They Probably Wouldn't Do Any Other Time. Which Is Why I Feel Like, If You're Gonna Open Your First Restaurant, This Might Be The Place To Do It.

I'm Into Very Colorful Food. Obviously Lots Of Flavor, But I Think We Eat With Our Eyes First, So It Has To Look Great. The Presentation Has To Be Great.

I Don't Eat A Lot Of Anything. A Little Bit Of Everything, But Not A Lot Of Everything. Small Meals All Day Long.

There's Nothing Like A Home-cooked Meal - Nothing! When People Ask Me What The Best Restaurant In L.a. Is, I Say, 'uh, My House.' It's More Intimate. Food Can Connect People In A Forever Sort Of Way.

It Helps Immerse Yourself In What You Potentially Want To Do. Being Involved, Learning Firsthand And Observing The Craft And Absorbing All You Can, Makes It Easier To Define What You Want. It Will Also Ultimately Make You A Better Chef. Culinary School, Or Even A Single Class, Is A Great Bet Too.