Marcus Samuelsson

Each city should have its own type of restaurant.

— Marcus Samuelsson

If you get hungry mid-day, a banana is the best snack at your desk, after a workout, or in between classes. Fruit…

— Marcus Samuelsson

I think that if you grind your spices and keep them in small batches, you can use them in endless ways. The…

— Marcus Samuelsson

“If you are having conversations with people about fried chicken, watch out. Their stories are steeped in lore and myth. Regular people…

— Marcus Samuelsson

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

I always get asked for suggestions on what to get food-lover friends. While there are many gifts out there that a foodie…

— Marcus Samuelsson

Let the fresh fruits and vegetables be your guide, and make something that will keep for the whole week.

— Marcus Samuelsson

Most people cringe at the thought of a casserole.

— Marcus Samuelsson

Salad can get a bad rap. People think of bland and watery iceberg lettuce, but in fact, salads are an art form,…

— Marcus Samuelsson

Children want to mimic adults. They notice when you choose to prepare fresh vegetables over calling in another pizza pie for dinner.…

— Marcus Samuelsson

Not only are pasta dishes delicious, but they are also great, easy options for a quick dinner during a busy weekday.

— Marcus Samuelsson

I love cookbooks for completely different reasons. I love 'The Harry's Bar Cookbook' and Marco-Pierre White's 'White Heat' for their feel. For…

— Marcus Samuelsson

The fact is that more and more people are developing a sensitivity to gluten, without necessarily being allergic to it.

— Marcus Samuelsson

Hard work IS its own reward. Integrity IS priceless. Art DOES feed the soul.

— Marcus Samuelsson

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

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

In the hot summer months, popsicles are a perfect way to cool down while enjoying a delicious, fruity treat. Frozen, refreshing, mouth-friendly…

— Marcus Samuelsson

As an adopted person, once you find out about that 'other' side of yourself, it's almost like you find out who you…

— Marcus Samuelsson

Avocados have a creamy texture, making them a healthier replacement for ingredients like butter and mayo in recipes, though they do contain…

— Marcus Samuelsson

“Right now, Harlem is delicious. On the corner of 125th and Frederick Douglass Avenue, I turn my head south and see Little…

— Marcus Samuelsson

I feel fortunate to be part of the cooking community. We learn from each other.

— Marcus Samuelsson

I want to make sure the cooking industry becomes more and more diverse.

— Marcus Samuelsson

I can take a lot of pride that I can launch cookbooks and there's an audience out there that supports that.

— Marcus Samuelsson

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

Oatmeal is a cheap and healthy breakfast.

— Marcus Samuelsson