I'm lucky to live in New York, a city that offers so many options for lunch. I can pick up dumplings from… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
“Just fry the d**n bird,' gave me license to play. Michael Garrett, my sous chef at the time, and I turned chicken… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
“Food’s my only bag. It’s my gig, my art, my life. Always has been, always will be. I’m always battling myself –… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
There shouldn't be an announcement that divides our food between what tastes good and what is good for us. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
It's often hard for us to imagine going without some of our luxuries like travel, dining out, or Internet, much less our… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
We struggle with eating healthily, obesity, and access to good nutrition for everyone. But we have a great opportunity to get on… — 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
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
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
For me, brunch is such a versatile meal since you can play on both the sweet and savory in your dishes. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Eating vegetarian doesn't mean you have to eat boring, humdrum dishes. — 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
As a chef and activist, I'm particularly concerned with food politics issues such as the farm bill. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
“For months beforehand, I fielded calls from British media. A couple of the reporters asked me to name some British chefs who… — 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
I'm engaged in food on so many levels, and I love that. So my work, my craft, is around food, and writing… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I'm an avid runner and play soccer every weekend, but I also have to constantly watch what I eat, and I'm always… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
The food business is very tough, but there's also a lot of love and very giving. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
When I'm in need of a quick meal or party dish, a burger is hands-down my go-to pick! Burgers are easy, fast,… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Chefs don't eat at normal hours, so the only time you feel like you really need a meal is after service, when… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
“If you are having conversations with people about fried chicken, watch out. Their stories are steeped in lore and myth. Regular people… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
I started cooking for the love of cooking, and I am going to keep cooking whether there's a celebrity aspect to it… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Children want to mimic adults. They notice when you choose to prepare fresh vegetables over calling in another pizza pie for dinner.… — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
In Europe I couldn't be anything but a black cook working for somebody. My inspiration was to own, to be the chef. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
Criticism is part of the creative man's journey, and I appreciate it. — 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 Image
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 Image
For many sports fans, the onset of fall only means one thing: It's football season! — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
It's key to know which essential foods will keep you going and help your body recover after hard work. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
