Bastianich Dishes on Weight, Beans, Singing

Bankers and restaurateurs often talk of long hours. How do you get balance in your life?

The running thing was a real commitment. I took time away from other things. I sleep eight hours, and I don't waste time. I get up early. The logical things. How to avoid wasting time is a big thing I've been thinking about a lot lately.

Are there any new professional passions that you'd like to pursue in the future?

Yes, I want to be a singer-songwriter. I want to move to Nashville.

Are you joking?

No, I do performing, write songs. I'd like to try and make a living at it.