Marcus Samuelsson quotes

Just like keeping a healthy diet is important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, eating the right foods is just as important for getting the most out of your workout. (Marcus Samuelsson)
For many of us, clean water is so plentiful and readily available that we rarely, if ever, pause to consider what life would be like without it. View quote
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Clean water and access to food are some of the simplest things that we can take for granted each and every day. In places like Africa, these can be some of the hardest resources to attain if you live in a rural area. View quote
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People might not protest for overtly political or social causes, but when they can't feed themselves and their family, they will take to the streets. View quote
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If you get hungry mid-day, a banana is the best snack at your desk, after a workout, or in between classes. Fruit is a very good snack in general. View quote
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Most cultures traditionally link food and spirituality directly with periodic restrictions and celebrations punctuating the year. Abstinence from particular foods or full-on fasting is part of many religious traditions and holidays. View quote
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Chocolate is one of the world's most beloved discoveries, and when we need a quick boost of energy and endorphins, chocolate is the go-to treat. View quote
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Many popsicles you'll find in a supermarket have a lot of unwanted sugar or preservatives, but with a few ingredients you can make healthier popsicles with any flavor you can imagine. View quote
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The avocado is native to the Mexican state of Puebla, which helps explain why it's so popular in Mexican cooking. View quote
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While some people may think being a chef only entails making enticing dishes and pushing the culinary boundaries, being a part of the food industry involves much more. View quote
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Pasta isn't just for Italian food anymore. Now there are tasty pasta recipes found in Asian cuisine, and it's emerging as a newfound love for vegans. (Marcus Samuelsson)
Weekends are sacred for me. They're the perfect time to relax and spend time with family and friends. View quote
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The Swedish Christmas is definitely unique, even throughout Scandinavia. Like Christmas everywhere, it's a very family-centered holiday. View quote
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I feel very fortunate that I was raised in a multicultural family, and it came through food. View quote
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Hard work IS its own reward. Integrity IS priceless. Art DOES feed the soul. View quote
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Cooking is in an honest profession where you cannot hide and let others do the work for you. You have to show up, work hard and prove you can do it faster and better. And find a mentor who will recognize your talent and push you in the right direction. View quote
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Getting to a place of comfort can be uncomfortable. View quote
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One of the first things my father taught me was that the library was made for and available to me. It's a place where you not only learn from books but you learn responsibility - how to borrow, take care of, and give back. View quote
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Cooking with your kids and engaging them in hands-on activities are two ways to begin to educate children about the healthy eating, and kick start the important task to help change how the younger generation looks at food and nutrition. View quote
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In Europe I couldn't be anything but a black cook working for somebody. My inspiration was to own, to be the chef. View quote
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In Africa, you have no clean water, but you have good food options. In Harlem, everyone can shower and get fresh water, but you often have bad food options. (Marcus Samuelsson)
I happen to love coconut, particularly for that sweet and crunchy texture it adds to any dish. View quote
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Thanksgiving is one of my favorite American traditions. I quickly picked it up when I moved to the U.S. from Sweden. View quote
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We struggle with eating healthily, obesity, and access to good nutrition for everyone. But we have a great opportunity to get on the right side of this battle by beginning to think differently about the way that we eat and the way that we approach food. View quote
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Harlem is not a playground for rich bankers and consultants. It's got students of all colors. It's got old people who keep history and tell tall tales. View quote
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Marcus Samuelsson

Marcus Samuelsson - Image
Photo: Montclair Film, CC BY 2.0
Occupation: Ethiopian Chef
Born: November 6, 1970
Quotes count: 92

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