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I think that New York is the city of all cities. There is so much diversity there. I also like that when I go there, I can catch a play or musical and see some of the most talented people practicing their craft.

In New York, I get a tremendous amount of ideas by looking at the paintings and the sculptures, adapting artistic endeavors to crafts. There is a lot of inspiration around us that we can see every day and turn into projects.

New York is a great place to be fed in the arts. The arts in general are a large part of my life. The city was my postgraduate course.

New York is great for busy creative types. The city has a pulse that races, and you either keep up with it or you leave.

And because no matter who you are, if you believe in yourself and your dream, New York will always be the place for you.

New York is the dream world, the center of jazz and rock.

New York is so serious about the creation of work. Everything is happening so fast, it feels like there's another studio, another session on every block, and I love that.

I think New York is truly unique in its singular combination of the quality of both the talent it attracts and the ingredients it grows. There are plenty of other places in the world with wonderful natural resources, but the people who come here to pursue their passions for food and cooking - they are one of a kind.

I came to New York to be a fine artist - that was my ambition.

New York is a special place; it's a city that I love.