Marcus Samuelsson
Host, “The Meaning of Food” and chef, Aquavit, New York, NY

“My favorite comfort food changes depending on climate, on occasion, and whom I am with; for example, if I am skiing I would love a hot Austrian goulash soup, on the beach a fresh fish burger would be perfect, and when I am home in Sweden I love the meatballs with mashed potatoes. What affiliates the three is dishes are that are unpretentious, rich in flavor and you feel good making it and eating it.”

Recipe: Swedish Meatballs