Bastianich Dishes on Weight, Beans, Singing

Joseph Bastianich is one of the most successful culinary entrepreneurs in New York City. In addition to co-creating top Manhattan restaurants like Babbo Ristorante, Lupa Osteria Romana, Otto Enoteca Pizzeria and Del Posto, this son of Lydia Bastianich and business partner of Mario Batali has launched restaurants across the country, co-authored the award-winning "Vino Italiano Buying Guide" and produces his own wine.

Bastianich lost 37 pounds last year while training for the New York City Marathon. Since it is a weight-loss time of year, we caught up with this former Wall Streeter to find out how he did it, and what he's planning to do next.

You began your career on Wall Street. What did you do on Street? ...