When I first decided to open a restaurant, I was turned down by several banks. It was the late 80's and many restaurants were failing. I refused to give up because I knew I had a good concept.

There are currently no plans to open any more at this location[citation needed]. Emeril's complete assortment of products can be found on his own store web site at http://www. Emeril made personal appearances on Jan.

A regional James Beard Award winner he is perhaps most notable for his Food Network shows Emeril Live and Essence of Emeril as well as catchphrases such as “Kick it up a notch!” and “Bam!” The "Emeril Empire" of media products and restaurants generates an estimated US$150 million annually in revenue.