I Think You've Got To Keep It

You Go To A Restaurant In The States And Kids Have These Game Boards At The Table. You Don't See That In Italy Or Spain. It's Not Because They Can't Afford To Buy Them, It's Because That's Not What Eating Together As A Family Is About.

Many Of My Staff Have Been With Me For Over 20 Years. I Have A Great Team, And I Make Sure They Feel Respected And Appreciated.

I've Always Been Known For Bold Flavors And Rustic Cooking, But There Is Another Side To Me. As You Evolve As A Cook, You Understand Life And How Serious It Is. There Comes A Point Where There's Got To Be A Better Balance.

I Grew Up In Fall River, Massachusetts. My Background Was Modest, And I Worked At A Portuguese Bakery In Town.

Everyone Needs A Mentor.