When I'm home, the heart and soul of our family is in the kitchen. Growing up, my parents both worked, so dinnertime was for family - the TV was off. I think it's important to grab that time and really make it special, even after a tough day.

Cora also operates Kouzzina by Cat Cora at Disney's Boardwalk Resort at The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando FL. F. In the September 2006 issue of FHM Cora was featured in the cooking section where Cat Cora demonstrated various recipes using items purchased from a convenience store.

Catherine "Cat" Cora (born January 1 1968) is a Greek-American professional chef best known for her featured role as an "Iron Chef" on the Food Network television show Iron Chef America and as co-host of Around the World in 80 Plates on Bravo.