To me, searching for perfection isn't anywhere near as interesting as trying to find your own voice. Charlie Trotter findinterestperfection Change image and share on social
You can't be afraid to not have everything figured out. There's too much pressure on young people today to have it all figured out when they're in college. Charlie Trotter afraidcollegefigure Change image and share on social
If you ever want to get anywhere in life, you're going to have to push it, and somebody's going to push you to get there. End of story. Charlie Trotter endlifepush Change image and share on social
I have a certain point of view, a certain way to plate food, certain ingredients that I like to use. Charlie Trotter foodingredientplate Change image and share on social
Ultimately, I want to prepare food that will be recognized equally in Tokyo, London, and Paris. I am after that universality, that transcendence. Charlie Trotter equallyfoodlondon Change image and share on social
My plan is to work on a master's in philosophy. Charlie Trotter masterphilosophyplan Change image and share on social
I have always considered desserts to be of equal importance to the savory food. Charlie Trotter considerdessertequal Change image and share on social
The idea that you have to pursue greatness... it's up to you; it's your life. Charlie Trotter greatnessidealife Change image and share on social
If you know what you're doing, you can make a meal happen with any kitchen knife. But using a top-quality knife versus a low-quality one is the difference between driving a Jaguar and a VW Jetta across the country. They'll both get you there. But the Jaguar will give you a much smoother ride. Charlie Trotter countrydifferencedrive share on social