Quotes by Homaro Cantu

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.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

In time, foods such as hamburgers and ice cream became more than just meals. They became part of American history and culture, touchstones that are almost immediately nostalgic and sentimental no matter how old you are or what part of the country you are from.

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Wisdom

The significance of the cherry blossom tree in Japanese culture goes back hundreds of years. In their country, the cherry blossom represents the fragility and the beauty of life. It's a reminder that life is almost overwhelmingly beautiful but that it is also tragically short.

— Homaro Cantu

Life

The cherry blossom tree is truly a sight to behold, especially when it is in full riotous bloom. There are several varieties of the cherry blossom tree, and while most of them produce flowering branches full of small pinkish-hued flowers, some of them produce actual cherries.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

According to the supermarkets, there is no such thing as 'out of season.' Berries in the middle of February? Why not? Seafood flown in from Japan? Sure. While it all adds up to appetizing and varied meals throughout the year, regardless of the weather, it comes with a price tag - both ethical and financial.

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Wisdom

When we think of classic American desserts, we tend to imagine apple pie and ice cream. However, the most classic American dessert of all might be the chocolate chip cookie.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

With a little more tweaking, we could make orange juice in the orange without any packaging or processing.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

My goal is to spread ideas. Trends always start at the top.

— Homaro Cantu

Success

Urban farming is not only possible, it is crucial. But it can't be like the farming techniques of yore.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

The interesting thing about the miracle berry in chemo patients is that it actually straightens out their taste buds, whereas for you and I, it blocks our bitter and sour receptors. For them, it straightens them out to taste food as it normally tastes.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

Whether you are new to the scene or a long-time grillmaster, everyone has unique preferences when it comes to their cooking method of choice. From propane to charcoal to wood, people take their method of grilling quite seriously, and some argue quite passionately about the pros and cons of each method.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

From food trucks to hot dog stands to county fair favorites, 'street food' has enjoyed a rich and storied history in American cuisine. However, street food has been around for thousands of years. In fact, street food is believed to have originated as far back as Ancient Rome.

— Homaro Cantu

Happiness

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.'

— Homaro Cantu

Success

Previous generations used to eat locally out of necessity. Without options like flash-freezing and worldwide export services, communities had to rely on local farms for all of their meals. In many ways, this was beneficial. People ate fresh, seasonal foods that were naturally flavorful and nutritious, and farmers and communities prospered.

— Homaro Cantu

Life

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

— Homaro Cantu

Love

A food's value is based on how good it tastes.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

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

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

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.

— Homaro Cantu

Success

Sitting down and sharing a meal together combines two of my favorite loves: eating great food and talking about great food.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

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

— Homaro Cantu

Love

What is cooking? 'Cooking' is a loose term. It's understanding energy or the lack thereof.

— Homaro Cantu

Wisdom

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.

— Homaro Cantu

Life

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.

— Homaro Cantu

Success

From a very young age, I liked to take apart things. All of my Christmas gifts would wind up in a million pieces. I actually recall taking apart my dad's lawnmower three times to understand how combustible engines work.

— Homaro Cantu

Success