b'Chef PoorunscriptedWHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO?I do what I do because it is my fabric. Food is magical and ever-changing,so inspirations are constant. Besides, people love what I do, too.WHAT IS YOUR FIRST FOOD MEMORY?As a young kid at age 6, I ate waffles only when I went to see my grandmother Obbie. I loved them so much, she gave me a waffle iron for Christmas. That waffle iron stayedin our family for years. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DISH TO EAT?TO PREPARE?Has to be risotto. The slow nurturing of the ingredients resulting in a creamy yet firm bite and the richness Heavenly.IS THERE A FOOD YOU HATE/DONT LIKE?Raw mushrooms. Taste like dirt. Love them cooked, though.IF YOU COULD HAVE ONLY ONE FOOD FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE,WHAT WOULD THAT FOOD BE?Crispy pan-fried oysters from our beach on Hood Canal in Washington state. YummyWHAT OR WHO INSPIRES YOU?My wife, Mary, inspires me. After 25 years together working in the food business,she has a great palate, understands food business trends, and isnt afraid to tell me if something I create doesnt hit the mark. Besides, shes gorgeous.130'