Homaro Cantu

“Wood pellet grilling could potentially have a lower risk of cancer when compared to other forms of grilling, as some people say that it leads to the creation of fewer carcinogens.”

“If you look at, you know, the limitations of creating new products, you're only limited by the technology that you have to work with.”

“Sweet treats are as much a part of our culture as they are our taste palettes, and it can sometimes seem as though sugary snacks are everywhere.”

“All of the plants that we do not consider food that are safe for the human body to digest, we don't eat because they're sour and bitter. The reason why you don't eat Kentucky bluegrass or crabgrass is because it tastes sour and bitter.”

“I am a firm believer that if you can explain it to a kid, you're on the right track.”

“Algae is the perfect food plant. It doubles cell mass every twelve hours, depending on the strain.”

“Every month, about 20 tons of paper are wasted in restaurant menus alone, and so, you know, by that rationale, if you just ate your menu that was made from organic, local products, you could eliminate that paper waste.”

“I love a great conspiracy story. Who doesn't?”

“Unlike charcoal grills, which take up to 30 minutes or more to heat up, wood pellet grills can give off an even heat quite quickly. And, unlike propane grills which heat up quickly but lack flavor, foods cooked on pellet grills are rich in smokiness and succulence.”

“Food trucks give creative entrepreneurs the ability to cook with freedom and make what they love, meaning that they can create highly specialized meals without having the high overhead costs of running a restaurant.”

“I can't think of a time in the history of man when food was in excess. We're dealing with the same old problems we've dealt with for 60,000 years.”

“Most Americans live on a diet that includes processed fare that is neither fresh nor natural.”

“I was just taught very early that if I didn't solve problems, I was headed for a very dark path. Problems were everywhere. Now, even if there are no problems, I look for problems. I'm like, 'You know what? I don't like the way this spoon works. I want to design a new spoon.'”

“You know, I want to eat junk food. My kids love junk food.”

“If you could eat portions of pine trees, you could eliminate corn in many ways.”

“We could eliminate sugar across the board for all confectionary products and sodas, and we can replace it with all-natural fresh fruit.”

“Lots of the cooking classes open to non-professionals are too low-level for experienced foodies, or don't offer enough hands-on training.”

“Most of us have fond memories of food from our childhood. Whether it was our mom's homemade lasagna or a memorable chocolate birthday cake, food has a way of transporting us back to the past.”

“People often think that losing your job is one of the worst things that can happen to someone. And, in some cases, that might be true. But for me, unemployment can be the time and the motivation to finally go after my goals.”

“Nobody likes it when someone calls in sick.”