Michel Roux Jr is like an older brother to me and he constantly pushed me to learn - even when I was young and I probably didn't appreciate what he was doing for me. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I had four brothers and a sister, and there was always a lot of family around, so the house was loud and lively. I'm from an island background; it's all about family. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
Some people find the appearance of cuttlefish off-putting, but I think this lesser eaten fish is really exciting and versatile. It's similar to squid… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I never had holidays when I was a kid, because my parents couldn't afford them. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
When the earthquake hit Christchurch in 2011, the factory that produces Marmite was closed for two years. The supermarket shelves were empty and people… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I think people took a while to accept me for who I am, and I've learnt to articulate myself better when on camera. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
We're all equals - once you've got a jacket on, you're a chef. It's not about gender - it's your ability to cook. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
Fresh, ripe cocoa is amazing. It's so sweet but if you eat too much you get a sore stomach. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
As a child I loved to be in the kitchen with my mum and aunties, eavesdropping on the adults. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I was raised in the Pacific Islands, so I remember picking fruit every morning for breakfast or collecting the eggs from the chickens in… — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
I always go for something like mac and cheese if I'm hungover. Pasta is great for soaking everything up. — Monica Galetti Copy Share Image
