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The premise of 'The Originals' are places that have been open 50, 60, 75, 100 years or longer that are still doing it right that maybe a lot of people, particularly the younger generations, have not even thought about.
Emeril Lagasse
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Emeril Lagasse
Age: 65
Born: 1959
Born: October 15
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When I want to kick it up, I like to add hardwood chips or chunks to the grill it adds bold smoky flavors. The most common woods are hickory and mesquite, but you can find alder, apple, cherry and, my personal favorite, pecan.
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A lot of parents ask me how to get kids to eat more vegetables. The first thing I say is that it starts from the top.
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You know, for 300 years it's been kind of the same. There are restaurants in New Orleans that the menu hasn't changed in 125 years, so how is one going to change or evolve the food?
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My philosophy from day one is that I can sleep better at night if I can improve an individual's knowledge about food and wine, and do it on a daily basis.
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I guess I feel that I was following my instincts, and at the same time being guided by the best. I became totally intrigued with Louisiana - the people, the food. It is a part of my life. Everything that has happened for me since moving here has just been icing on the cake.
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Start with a clean grill. Keep it clean by brushing with a wire brush after preheating, and again after cooking. Make sure to oil your grates and your food before putting it on the grill to keep it from sticking.
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Books make great gifts because they expand your horizons and keep you cooking.
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One big reason I do what I do is there's no two days alike. It's not work for me. It's my life. My passion.
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I'm pretty actively involved with the military because I think they're incredible human beings. If I can give back to them for what they're doing for us, it's a good thing. And I think to have happy soldiers, you need to feed them well.
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I think many cooks are afraid of undercooked meats. A good thermometer is a cook's best friend.
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I launched The Emeril Lagasse Foundation to provide culinary training, and developmental and educational programs to children in the cities where my restaurants operate. I think everyone has a responsibility to give back to the community if they can, and to help future generations learn new skills.
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Spice is life. It depends upon what you like... have fun with it. Yes, food is serious, but you should have fun with it.
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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.
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Mom ran the house, so we grew up Portuguese.
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I ended up turning down a full scholarship of music at the conservatory to pay to go to cooking school.
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