You don't get second chances in the real world..

Patience was not something that came naturally to me, but in cooking it is the quintessential skill..

I eat for a living, so working out is definitely part of my job, the same way that the eating, tasting, and drinking is..

There's not a single chef I know of that does not think about the politics of the food they're serving..

There is no better way to bring people together than with desserts..

Patience is the secret to good food..

I had decided I wanted to write about food, and I knew the only way to do that is to speak with authority, which meant learning the language and know….

At the beginning of the week, I roast a ton of vegetables so I can use them for the next few days. I also plan out meals in advance..

I have a mantra in my head that there will always be another meal. I can put my fork down, knowing there will be good things in my future!.

When I'm cooking for myself, I find that I eat almost completely vegetarian, although I'm not vegetarian..

I'm a healthy weight for my height, and I like how I look on most days..

Canada is a big part of my life..

Because I travel so much, I bring my workout clothes and shoes wherever I go. That way I can always do some exercise..

In America, Blackberry Farm in Tennessee is one of the most amazing hotels I've had the privilege of staying at..

The less you do to beautiful food, the better it's going to taste. You don't need to mess with it all the time..

I'm tempted by everything. My husband makes fun of me because every day it's a new food that I love. I have a weakness for butterscotch pudding, ice ….

I would not say I'm an aggressive shopper. I want to be; I aspire to be an aggressive shopper. I am a meek, meek shopper..

Balance is key in cooking - you want a little acid, a little sweet, a little savory - the flavors should be harmonious..

It's better to get the nutrients for healthy skin from food, not supplements. Salmon, walnuts, blueberries, spinach... lots of my favorite foods happ….

You can't fake being able to cook well..

I cook mostly vegetarian vegetable and bean stews. Quinoa salads. I make my mother-in-law's recipe for chicken and barley stew all the time..