Alice Waters

When Alice Waters opened the doors of her "little French restaurant" in Berkeley, California in 1971 at the age of 27, no one ever anticipated the indelible mark it would leave on the culinary landscape-Alice least of all. Fueled in equal parts by naiveté and a relentless pursuit of beauty and pure flavor, she turned her passion project into an iconic institution that redefined American cuisine for generations of chefs and food lovers. In Coming...

"From chef and food activist Alice Waters, an impassioned plea for a radical reconsideration of the way each and every one of us cooks and eats"--

"Fanny, daughter of famed chef/restaurateur Alice Waters, narrates her childhood adventures in France. Includes over forty recipes."--

Here you will find Alice's philosophy on everything from stocking your kitchen, to mastering fundamentals and preparing delicious, seasonal inspired meals all year long. Always true to her philosophy that a perfect meal is one that's balanced in texture, color, and flavor, Waters helps us embrace the seasons' bounty and make the best choices when selecting ingredients.--From publisher's description.

For supporters of all ages of the sustainable food movement, here is a cookbook that centers on the author's plant-forward way of cooking and puts forth her passion for seasonality and celebrating all vegetables. She is the leader of the local, sustainable food movement. Her previous cookbook of the same title was steeped in general cooking technique; this new version brings vegetable-forward meals to the table. With 300 seasonal recipes and 300 line...

"In this ultimate grilling guide, the chef, bestselling author, restaurateur, and Food Network star embraces his love of live fire cooking to teach readers how to char, smoke, and slow-roast to perfection. Tyler Florence's 'American grill' is the outdoor authority for grill lovers everywhere, with techniques and recipes for upping your skill set and learning how to make perfect steaks, chops, fall-off-the-bone tender ribs, and more"--Page 4 of cover....

"A biographical cookbook about legendary food authority Paula Wolfert, featuring 50+ of her most unforgettable recipes"--publisher's description.

Featuring extensive interviews with Diana Kennedy and famed chefs José Andrés, Rick Bayless, Gabriela Camara and Alice Waters, DIANA KENNEDY: NOTHING FANCY provides an intimate look at the leading expert on Mexican cuisine. The author of nine acclaimed cookbooks and a two-time James Beard Award winner, Diana is called the “Julia Child of Mexico”, but the feisty cook prefers “The Mick Jagger of Mexican Cuisine”. Official Selection at the...

A fascinating look at how American agricultural policy and food culture developed in the 20th century.

Adler teaches how to cook well regardless of circumstance, offering a practical, pleasurable path to the kitchen. She shares what chefs instinctively know: each ingredient they buy, chop, and cook ought to be prepared with a keen eye toward future meals. "An Everlasting Meal" will make life easier and more enjoyable, keeping the stove and refrigerator, and heart and table, full of nourishment and pleasure. 304 pp. 25,000 print.