6 Quotes & Sayings By Joe Bastianich

Joe Bastianich is one of the most highly acclaimed and respected chefs in the world. He has been honored with numerous culinary awards including Best Chef: New York City three times and Best Chef: New York twice. He is currently co-owner and chef at The Spotted Pig restaurant, which has earned two Michelin Stars (one of only 2 restaurants in the country to hold this distinction), as well as The Union Square Cafe.

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I prioritize in life. I like to work, I do TV shows, I do a lot of Iron Man training. I enjoy kicking back on a good night and drinking wine until I go to bed, and having fun with my friends. You just have to make time for it and keep it balanced. Joe Bastianich
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The menu should be part of the entertainment, part of the dining experience. It's kind of like reading the 'Playbill' when you go to the theater. It should be an alluring and interactive document. Does it have burn marks on it from the candle? If you ever get a greasy menu with food stains on it, it's time to run like hell. Joe Bastianich
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Pasta is the one food I can't live without. It's the food I eat to fuel my running. Joe Bastianich
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In Italy, food is an expression of love. It is how you show those around you that you care for them. Having a love for food means you also have a love for those you are preparing it for and for yourself. Joe Bastianich
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I think a lot of people overlook the importance of the menu as a marketing tool and a way of communicating to the customer what the ambition of their restaurant is. Not only the typeface and the design, but what is it printed on? Is it cheap-looking? Is it the right kind of paper for that restaurant? Joe Bastianich