There is a level of snobbery and fickleness in L.A.

I am what I am. A fighter.

We are about creating a new wave of talent. We are the Manchester United of kitchens now. Am I playing full-time in the kitchen? I am a player-coach.

I'm Gordon Ramsay, for goodness sake: people know I'm volatile.

My wife, a schoolteacher, very disciplined. If you think I'm tough, trust me, and wait till you see when the children are on the naughty step. It's hilarious. So we decided that I'm going to work like a donkey and provide amazing support for the family.

I act on impulse and I go with my instincts.