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“I'm not an environmentalist, or a doctor, or a nutritionist.”

Quote by Dan Barber

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Dan Barber is a renowned chef, born in the United States in 1969. He is known for his innovative culinary style and advocacy for sustainable agriculture. Barber is the head chef at Blue Hill in New York City, a restaurant celebrated for its unique ingredient choices and exquisite cooking techniques. more

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