86 Quotes by Charlie Trotter

I didn't want to remove some of the exciting design elements to make it work. And then the concept changed to something a little more casual than we originally planned.

I don't ever want to lose that mind-set where you've got to be able to realize different ideas-slash-fantasies-slash-possibilities in your life.

I couldn't really relate to the fraternity or party scene, to the people out in the mall every day protesting one thing or another. I felt like there was no one I could relate to.

I have always considered desserts to be of equal importance to the savory food.

I have a goal so lofty it's almost embarrassing to talk about. And that's to be the best restaurant in the world.

I have a certain point of view, a certain way to plate food, certain ingredients that I like to use.

I don't understand people who spend their twenties hanging out in bars and going to football game. That stuff is so boring compared to really applying yourself to what you do.

I was always inspired by restaurants like La Tulipe in Manhattan. You'd walk right by and say, 'Oh what a lovely house.' You didn't realize there was a restaurant behind the door.

My plan is to work on a master's in philosophy.