Food has always been in my life. Being born in Ethiopia, where there was a lack of food, and then really cooking with my grandmother Helga in Sweden. And my grandmother Helga was a cook's cook. — 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
