Grant Achatz Quotes


To me, every kitchen appliance is useful and nothing's overrated. When I look at my little espresso machine, I don't see coffee. I see a steaming valve as an opportunity to make amazing creme brulee.


Citations

Achatz, Grant. "20 Odd Questions for Grant Achatz." Interview by WSJ Staff. The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones & Company, 1 Mar. 2011.

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Grant Achatz
Grant Achatz
  • Born: April 25, 1974
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Chef

Grant Achatz (/ˈækɪts/ AK-its) is an American chef and restaurateur often recognized for his contributions to molecular gastronomy or progressive cuisine. His Chicago restaurant Alinea has won numerous accolades and Achatz himself has won numerous awards from prominent culinary institutions and publications, including the Food and Wine's "best new chefs" award in 1998, "Rising Star Chef of the Year Award" for 1999, "Best Chef in the United States" for 1998 and a 2003 "Who's Who Inductee" from the James Beard Foundation.