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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.
Emeril Lagasse
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Emeril Lagasse
Age: 64
Born: 1959
Born: October 15
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Fall River
Massachusetts
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