You have to balance, but you can be aggressive as a chef. It benefits the food. You have to be passionate. You… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Many people are turned off at eating vegetarian because of the misconception that all dishes are just an arrangement of bland vegetables. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
The dialogue and conversation about food is everywhere - television, chat rooms, social media outlets and among everyday conversations. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I would love to take a cooking class from Gandhi. Maybe I could teach him how to cook, and he could teach… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I am a chef through and through. Everything I do - whether it is cooking for kids in Harlem or cooking in… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
The darker the chocolate is, the more antioxidants it contains. So when eaten in moderation - just a few bites from a… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I think that if you grind your spices and keep them in small batches, you can use them in endless ways. The… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
We know so much about the European food story, and we're getting to know about the American food story; but we know… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
We can all agree that government cant solve the obesity crisis alone. Its an ongoing issue that will require a collaborative effort… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I had a long-lasting love affair with the flavors from Japan and the hustling New York street vendors. And, of course, a… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
What makes Harlem special is that at any given time, food seekers can not only find food deeply rooted in Southern, Latin… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Here's a thought: what if we ban the word 'healthy food' from our culinary vocabulary? I'm not talking about banning foods that… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Certain foods are good for preparing your body for an intense workout and giving you the energy you need to endure it.… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
If you're cooking for someone important - whether it's your boss or a date - never try a new recipe and a… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Since the gluten-free diet is not for everyone, it's recommended that you stick with a gluten-free diet for at least 3 weeks… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
A juicy chicken breast can be the perfect accompaniment to a classic Caesar salad or a club sandwich. It's also easy to… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I credit my grandmother for teaching me to love and respect food. She taught me how to waste nothing, to make sure… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Since truffle oil and caviar aren't always in the budget, learning to tweak and enhance just a few ingredients and flavor combinations… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Chocolate is one of the world's most beloved discoveries, and when we need a quick boost of energy and endorphins, chocolate is… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
For centuries, soup kitchens have been a way for local communities to offer a way of support, both nutritional and emotional to… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Like all food, whether you're talking about Persian food, or Chinese food, or Swedish food, it's always a reflection of wars, trading,… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Clean water and access to food are some of the simplest things that we can take for granted each and every day.… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Many popsicles you'll find in a supermarket have a lot of unwanted sugar or preservatives, but with a few ingredients you can… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Avocados have a creamy texture, making them a healthier replacement for ingredients like butter and mayo in recipes, though they do contain… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Although I may not know a lot about football, I do know a lot about food! As a result, not many people… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
While eating gluten-free may help you lose weight initially because it eliminates baked goods, one has to be smart when choosing replacement… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Most cultures traditionally link food and spirituality directly with periodic restrictions and celebrations punctuating the year. Abstinence from particular foods or full-on… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Food has always been in my life. Being born in Ethiopia, where there was a lack of food, and then really cooking… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
People might not protest for overtly political or social causes, but when they can't feed themselves and their family, they will take… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Just like keeping a healthy diet is important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, eating the right foods is just as important for… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Pasta isn't just for Italian food anymore. Now there are tasty pasta recipes found in Asian cuisine, and it's emerging as a… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I think the kitchen is the new garage. And I think for a guy that wants to go out and be an… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
With all the endless varieties and toppings you can add to burgers, there's no need to keep munching on the boring burgers… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
To become a good cook is to know yourself, and I, at this point, know myself. I know myself, and I know… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Larousse Gastronomique has always been the first and last word on classic European techniques and recipes. I love that it has expanded… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
While some people may think being a chef only entails making enticing dishes and pushing the culinary boundaries, being a part of… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
When you're in Portuguese-African Brazil, or Lisbon, or Mozambique, sometimes piri piri is used as a condiment. Sometimes piri piri is just… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
As a chef, I always have in mind how to properly feed the public, but at times it's easy to forget that… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
We can all agree that government cant solve the obesity crisis alone. Its an ongoing issue that will require a collaborative effort across private… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
While most individuals use the flesh of the coconut in their cooking, coconut water and oil are also known to have numerous health benefits. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
For many sports fans, the onset of fall only means one thing: It's football season! — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
There are so many times there could have been a left turn instead of a right turn in all people's lives. I think mine… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
I'm lucky to live in New York, a city that offers so many options for lunch. I can pick up dumplings from a Midtown… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite American traditions. I quickly picked it up when I moved to the U.S. from Sweden. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
Although I believe affection and romance should be shown all year around, it's always smart to have a good plan up your sleeve for… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
I would love to take a cooking class from Gandhi. Maybe I could teach him how to cook, and he could teach me his… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
I get so tickled when that pilot happens to be an African American because I rarely see that. The same is true when I… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
It's key to know which essential foods will keep you going and help your body recover after hard work. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
I love using rice as a flour; I'll grind roasted rice and dip fish in that. It gives a beautiful, crunchy texture. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
The Swedish Christmas is definitely unique, even throughout Scandinavia. Like Christmas everywhere, it's a very family-centered holiday. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
I am many different things, and that is why I am so proud to be American. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share
