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Q: Influences


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#1 Andy Lynes

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Posted 26 March 2002 - 02:58 AM

Tom, who would you say has had the most influence over the way you cook?

#2 Tom Valenti

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Posted 26 March 2002 - 12:13 PM

My grandparents with their garden and fresh foods. And Guy Savoy -- this is who I learned under in France -- who is a three-star Michelin chef. And Alfred Portale, the chef at Gotham Bar and Grill.