I am very honored for all the distinctions and accolades, but what I am most sensitive to is my clientele and the fact they are pleased with my food and my restaurants. – Joel Robuchon
I like a well-roasted rotisserie chicken and eggs cooked various ways, like sunny-side up or scrambled. Its comfort food for me. – Joel Robuchon
In France today, people no longer eat as much heavy food and fat as they did 15 or 20 years ago. These days, French cooking, through the influence of grande cuisine, has become a bit lighter. And we are beginning to discover the original flavors of our produce. – Joel Robuchon
Southeast Asia food uses many different types of spices which are quite new to me, like the curry leaves which I saw at the Kreta Ayer wet market in Chinatown. With such spices used in cooking, this usually imparts a strong aroma to Southeast Asian food, which appeals to the senses. – Joel Robuchon