A Quote by Marcus Samuelsson

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite American traditions. I quickly picked it up when I moved to the U.S. from Sweden.

Marcus Samuelsson

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Marcus Samuelsson
Ethiopian - Chef
Born: January 25, 1970

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My favorite meal is turkey and mashed potatoes. I love Thanksgiving, it's just my favorite. I can have Thanksgiving all year round.

Cindy Margolis

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Jennifer Lee

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Stephen Colbert

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Doris Burke

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I moved to L.A. in 2007 from Sweden.

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Jim Rohn

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Steven Sebring

Halloween is fun, but it wasnt always my favorite holiday. I think Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday.

Tobin Bell

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